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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Engine | 1.2L 3-Cylinder |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (variable gear ratios) |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel Type | Regular |
| City / Hwy MPG | 37 / 43 MPG |
| Combined MPG | 39 MPG |
| Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $1,750 |
| CO₂ Emissions | 226 g/mi |
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
| Body Style | Sedan |
| Base Price | $13,856–$18,583 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
Our scoring places the 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage at 6.4/10 overall, which translates to a Fair rating for this sedan. Its strongest dimension is Value at 8.3/10, while Performance at 4.3/10 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. Reliability is the weak spot: 6.6/10, under the class average. Review the recall record on this page and price in extra maintenance headroom. The safety score of 7.0/10 is solid mid-pack territory. If advanced driver aids matter to you, compare standard equipment carefully and verify ratings at nhtsa.gov.
Performance at 4.3/10 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 5.8/10 — 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 $13,856–$18,583, 32 MPG, seating 5, the Mitsubishi Mirage sits in the budget-friendly tier of the sedan market. Value is where it presses its advantage — 8.3/10, meaning the feature set and quality outrun the asking price. At 9 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Our take: Based on our scoring, the 2017 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 2017 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 $13,856 starting price undercuts the segment's median of $27,664 by about 50%.
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 2017 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 (this review) | 6.4/10 | $13,856 | |
| 2016 | 6.4/10 | $13,330 | Read review → |
| 2015 | 6.2/10 | $12,804 | Read review → |
The following recall campaigns have 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.
| Exterior lighting / Headlights 19/09/2016 · 16V675000 | Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2017 Mirage vehicles manufactured October 28, 2015, to August 4, 2016 and equipped with High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps. The affected vehicles may have been assembled… |
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| 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… |
Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
We rate the 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage's reliability 6.6/10 — below the segment average, so budget for higher maintenance. It has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns on record for this model year (details in the recalls section above — repairs are free at dealers).
2 NHTSA recall campaigns 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 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage starts at $13,856 and ranges up to $18,583 across trims (MSRP when new). At 32 MPG, expect roughly $1,641/year in fuel at 15,000 miles/year.
Explore the full lineup of Mitsubishi models scored by Carivo — ranked by overall score across reliability, safety, value, performance, and technology.