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2018 Mitsubishi

Mirage

Man 5-spd, 3 cyl, 1.2 L

Mitsubishi Mirage: best and worst years
2018 Mitsubishi Mirage (photo 1 of 2)

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Overview

Body
Compact CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Manual 5-spdEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel
RegularEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

HP
78
Power to weight
0.038 hp/lb
Axle ratio
4.06
Cyl
3EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Aspiration
Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Start-stop system
NoEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
41 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG City
33 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG Comb
36 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel $/yr
$1,750EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
CO₂
242 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Eco Score
8/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Smog score
5/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
SmartWay certified
Yes

Dimensions & capacity

Length
150 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Width
66 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Height
59 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Wheelbase
96 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Curb Weight
2,072 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Pass. Vol
86 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Cargo Vol
17 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
No
Lane-departure warning
No
Recalls
1
Owner complaints
9
Reported injuries
4

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • AIR BAGS27%
  • STEERING13%
  • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL13%
  • ENGINE7%
  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING7%
  • POWER TRAIN7%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 15 total.

Mitsubishi Mirage: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

65 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Feb 12, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTECH TALK 290

    Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.

  • Jul 24, 2025STRUCTURE:BODYTECH TALK 287

    Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.

  • Oct 21, 2024STEERINGTSB-24-37-003

    Service Manual Revision -This Technical Service Bulletin provides steering lock bolt changes for the steering column shaft disassembly and assembly sections of the applicable service manuals.

  • Jan 29, 2024STEERINGTIN21-37-001REV3

    This Revised Technical Information Notice provides dealers with the requirements needed to be entered into the Photo Required Condition & Pre-Approval Center (PRC) for a vehicle pulling/drifting and/or with steering wheel off-center concerns.

  • Jul 21, 2023EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUALDEALER LETTER

    This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 3rd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.

  • Apr 24, 2023STRUCTURETSB-23-00-004

    This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue.

  • Apr 24, 2023EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUALTSB-23-00-001

    This Technical Service Bulletin reviews the regulations that require a label showing the reduction in load carrying capacity be affixed to vehicles when the total net weight of accessories is more than 1.5 percent of the vehicle's gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or 100 lbs.

  • Jan 25, 2023SUSPENSION:FRONTTSB-23-33-001

    This TSB provides corrections and additional information for the Front and Rear Suspension inspection procedures. (Service Manual Revision)

  • and 57 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
5 yr / 60k mi
Powertrain
10 yr / 100k mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr
EV battery
10 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.