Model year guide

2018 Mitsubishi mirage

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 Mitsubishi mirage is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 3 on record.

2018 Mitsubishi mirage — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2018 Mitsubishi mirage at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints10
Combined36–39 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2018 Mitsubishi mirage recalls 1

Air Bags NHTSA Campaign #17V686000 · 30/10/2017

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Mirage vehicles. The internal acceleration sensor in the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Electronic Control Unit (ECU) can misinterpret vibrations such as those from poor road conditions or a flat tire to be a sensor error thereby disabling the air bags from deploying in a crash.

Fix: MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the SRS-ECU software, free of charge. The recall began on November 10, 2017. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-17-006.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2018 Mitsubishi mirage common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

2018 Mitsubishi mirage MPG & running costs

Combined36–39 mpg
City35 mpg
Highway42 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$1,775
EPA size classCompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios) or Manual 5-spd
Passenger volume86 cu ft
Cargo volume17 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$3,125 less

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2018 Mitsubishi mirage costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$8,875
Fuel only$8,875
Per mile$0.12

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2018 Mitsubishi mirage trims & engines on record

Engines
1.2L 3-cyl

2018 Mitsubishi mirage vehicles on record

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2018 Mitsubishi mirage — frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Mitsubishi mirage have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2018 Mitsubishi mirage. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Mitsubishi mirage?

Across all 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, wheels, vehicle speed control.

What gas mileage does the 2018 Mitsubishi mirage get?

The 2018 Mitsubishi mirage has U.S. EPA estimates of 36–39 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.