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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
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| Body Style | Sedan |
| Base Price | $13,330–$15,376 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
With an overall Carivo score of 6.4/10, the 2016 Mitsubishi Mirage earns a Fair rating among the sedans we've scored. Its strongest dimension is Value at 8.0/10, while Performance at 4.2/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. Buyers should review the score breakdown carefully and consider higher-rated alternatives before committing.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. We rate reliability at 6.5/10 — below the segment average in our scoring. Budget for potentially higher maintenance costs and check the recall record below before buying. On safety it earns 7.3/10: respectable, if not class-leading — several competitors bundle more driver-assist tech as standard. Check your trim's official ratings at nhtsa.gov.
Performance at 4.2/10 is a genuine liability and a score that should factor heavily into any buying decision. The powertrain and chassis dynamics trail class rivals by a meaningful margin — don't overlook it. Technology scores 5.7/10 — the infotainment and driver-assist features feel dated against current-generation rivals. This is worth weighing if you prioritize connected features or modern safety tech.
Priced from $13,330–$15,376, 31 MPG, seating 5, the Mitsubishi Mirage sits in the budget-friendly tier of the sedan market. The 8.0/10 value score is the headline: relative to what it costs, this sedan delivers more than most of the class. At 10 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Bottom line: Based on our scoring, the 2016 Mitsubishi Mirage underperforms its segment peers across multiple dimensions. Unless there's a specific reason it fits your situation — price, a particular trim's features, or availability — there are better-scored alternatives at similar price points worth considering first.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2016 Mitsubishi Mirage ranks #1294 of 1310 sedans in the Carivo database — better than 1% of the segment. Its 6.4/10 overall score is 1.1 points below the segment average of 7.5/10. Its $13,330 starting price undercuts the segment's median of $27,664 by about 52%.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Sedan ranking → · Best Sedans under $25k →
Across the Mirage model years we've scored, the 2016 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 6.8/10 | $18,066 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 6.8/10 | $17,540 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 6.7/10 | $17,013 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 6.5/10 | $16,487 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 6.6/10 | $15,961 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 6.6/10 | $15,435 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 6.5/10 | $14,909 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 6.5/10 | $14,382 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 6.4/10 | $13,856 | Read review → |
| 2016 (this review) | 6.4/10 | $13,330 | |
| 2015 | 6.2/10 | $12,804 | Read review → |
The following recall campaign has been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Air bags 30/10/2017 · 17V686000 | 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… |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
We rate the 2016 Mitsubishi Mirage's reliability 6.5/10 — below the segment average, so budget for higher maintenance. It has 1 NHTSA recall campaign on record for this model year (details in the recalls section above — repairs are free at dealers).
1 NHTSA recall campaign matched this model and year as of our latest check. Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
It scores 6.4/10 overall, ranking #1294 of 1310 sedans in our database (better than 1% of the segment). Stronger-scoring alternatives exist at similar prices — use our compare tool before committing.
The 2016 Mitsubishi Mirage starts at $13,330 and ranges up to $15,376 across trims (MSRP when new). At 31 MPG, expect roughly $1,694/year in fuel at 15,000 miles/year.
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