Here's What I Think About Buying a New Mitsubishi Mirage for $10,000

Mitsubishi Mirage car review. Here's What I Think About Buying a New Mitsubishi Mirage for $10,000 and More, FYI and car review with Scotty Kilmer. Buying a Mitsubishi. Is Mitsubishi reliable? Is Mitsubishi a good car? Is Mitsubishi worth it? Buying a new Mitsubishi. Buying a used Mitsubishi. Should I buy a Mitsubishi Mirage? Car buying tips. What type of car to buy. Car buying guide. Car Advice. This was an excerpt from one of my Live Car Talk shows where I answer your car questions Live. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 50 years.
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[@garrettgarvin154]

Scotty Kilmer do you answer truck questions here on the comment section? My A.c. keeps going out and id like to give you more info so hopefully I can find a solution

[@superjohn8091]

Scotty Kilmer When I turn my AC on both my fan comes on but doesn’t work when the engine is hot so the car Will overheat I put a brand new radiator and temperature sensor what could it be and I checked the relay

[@unfairfight3625]

You are correct about the honda accord weak automatic transmissions...had a 88 and 92 and it was both their weak points it goes far back,with other models too.. Honda automatic =junk

[@josephtaverna1287]

Scotty Kilmer Scotty toilet paper the chevre roll least you can take those Chevrolets stickum where the sun don't shine and then use Scotty Kilmer tissue paper to clean your behind

[@StrawPietro]

Hey Scotty! I've got a 1998 Daihatsu Terios with less than 100k miles on it. Now and then it dies on the road, I crank it, it runs and the dies again, until after some time running normally again. Any ideas? Thanks!

[@jamesfrench7299]

I have never read of a Mitsubishi Mirage owner who hates their car, only critics and ignorant people who have taken it around the block and expect it to feel as good as a more premium priced car. Idiots.

[@kaddahymohamed5130]

If they only put the car in it's proper context and frame and match it's specs with their needs , they will get the best of it. But if they buy it and expect it to be a sports or luxerious car then they are wasting everybody's time.

[@jamesfrench7299]

Kaddahy Mohamed from all reports, their engines run like a Swiss watch and if driven sensibly without abusing it and serviced properly, I can't see any reason they wouldn't last well beyond Scotty's figure, especially the manual. I have heard of older Daihatsu 3 cylinders achieving gigantic mileage I the one engine.

[@nippahut]

amen to that had mine 4 plus years no problem

[@jamesfrench7299]

These cars are already gaining cult status because they refuse to follow the crowd. Instead of throwing unwanted gadgets at them and charging through the nose, they stick with what buyers actually need and want and U.S sales are reflecting that. The fact they are popular in the third world is a testament to how trouble free they are, not something to sneer at.

[@jamesfrench7299]

Davidal G don't crash and reliability doesn't lie. They are safer than small cars used to be and plenty of people drove micro cars in the past. They don't want more things going wrong with endless computer aids. They certainly don't want gadgets like Mazda's Skyactive technology.

[@ireneyanke8639]

I bought a used 1999 Mitsubishi mirage in 2001 with 25,000 miles on it. It's still going strong at 170,000 miles. It's the best car I have ever owned and my grandson is driving it now.

[@pabloacevedo52]

I have one with 305k miles and still running strong bought him since 2000

[@tatialo37]

Those were the good ones!!!!

[@JohnSmith-eu7kd]

I have a 2013 Mirage (CVT). And still going after 210k miles in only 5 years. Yes, I drove a lot thanks to my job...

[@rightwingsafetysquad9872]

That generation of Mirage was much better than the current one. Barrio, an car will last half a million miles of they're almost all highway. The only reasons to buy one now are price and for teenage girls they come in bright pink and purple, otherwise the Sonic (only with standard transmission) and Fiesta are both much better. The Yaris and Fit are probably good too, but I personally don't care for them. Keep in mind none of the as are e expensive cars, so there aren't many people that can afford a new Mirage, but not a new Sonic.

[@djkenny1202]

I disagree. Fit is a $16500 base car. That trim is the base LX. A Mirage at $10,000 is more affordable by far and much better mpg, warranty. Sonic is a GM product, which is not a good long term option. Plus it still cost like 15 grand.

[@db60615]

Let's really do the math here......A car that's only 10k, gets 44mpg, cost $20 or less to fill up, and has a 10yr 100,000 mile warranty, plus a lifetime engine guarantee.........Is there really anything to debate??? The Mirages are having several customers at the 150k-200k mark with no issues whatsoever. The car is built to last! I bought a 2015 brand new, and I now have 141k miles on it with no issues. Its really a great car. Go to Toyota, Honda, or any dealership in America and tell them you want a brand new car for 10k with a 10yr warranty, and watch how fast they show you the door!

[@edk487]

With no features at all

[@db60615]

You must not have known that a back-up camera, bluetooth, android and apple play come standard in the BASE MODELS!

[@edk487]

db60615 No they don’t

[@db60615]

@@edk487 Yes they do!

[@db60615]

@@edk487 Not to mention keyless entry and power windows/locks. The base model Kia Rio's and Nissan Versa's still have roll ups!

[@nosoupforyou425]

I appreciate the fun memes you throw in Scotty. Great information with a twist. Really enjoy

[@plumbawl5977]

Yeah! It's Scotty, always in over drive awesomeness and the memes = the best burn out! "Rev your engines!"

[@amandahuginkiss4098]

I've read many reviews on the Morage. Professional reviewers hate it with a passion but if you read owner reviews owners tend to love them.

[@vicenterr7]

10 k for a simple reliable car is a really good value

[@JohnSmith-eu7kd]

Yes, i'm one of those owner. Yes, the car doesn't have a lot of power, you still need to floor it when passing or mergin in the freeway, but you know what? I put 210k miles on my in only 5 years and it still running without problems.

[@amandahuginkiss4098]

Kiki- im thinking about getting one myself. brand new the base version is around $11600 CAN here and with gas here about $1.25 CAN / litre it seems to make sense to me to have something small and efficient. Do you guys have winter there? If so how is it then?

[@JohnSmith-eu7kd]

@@amandahuginkiss4098 well the last snow in San Francisco was I think in 2011 or so, so i didn't own the Mirage yet. But on cold days the car starts very easily. But it takes a little bit for the heater to completly blast hot air. But is a very light weight car so I don't think that traction could be a problem on those cars.

[@palebeachbum]

Too true. I had a 2014 Mirage. It wasn't a perfect car, but for the 4yrs and 56k miles I had it, it was a great economy car. Cheap to run! That's what it's designed to do. It was slow and noisy, but it was the perfect car for puttering around on city streets where traffic is usually not doing more than 35-45mph max. Take her out on the highway and you wish you had something quieter and more powerful though. For $10k-$12k, it's a great value. A comfortable, dependable brand-new car with a 10y/100k mile warranty for that kind of money is excellent. I miss mine. Toying with the idea of getting another one, but I'd like something that's a better travel/interstate car.

[@kylemas2005]

Hey Scotty, Mitsubishi put a timing chain in their entry level sub compact Mirage. What other manufacturer would do if not to establish reliability reputation for the Mirage? Its an impressive move by Mitsu, they want these cars to last so they can resurrect their reputation for durability. As they had in the 90s.

[@gussalas2866]

i have 2009 a mitsubishi mirage bought new and have close to 200 thousand miles still running great ,

[@illcryst]

My work has a fleet of 6 automatic transmission mirages for delivery drivers, we beat the hell out of these cars for 8 hours a day everyday, sometimes in minus 30 degree weather. cheap as hell on gas and all are over 200,000km and going strong with regular maintenance. I'd reccomend one.

[@jeanpayano1506]

The Mirage is a car that is mostly directed for people that look for economy is not a show off vehicle is great day to day car and if you want to use it to work as a delivery driver it works like a charm since you dont spend that much daily on gas

[@edgaryzen4925]

3 words to describe this car: Honest Frugal Dependable

[@DigitallFlesh]

Great car. I have a 2017 with a manual transmission and use it for ride share. Average 40-46 mpg using this daily hard miles. 40k miles and not a single issue yet.

[@MissBELLE003]

Back in the living room with the cat pillow everyone loves lol!

[@charlesnokes9866]

i have one

[@Chad-wb7du]

I bought one with 30k miles for less than 7500. 2 years later not a single issue and I get 45 mpg on the highway!

[@ronaldderooij1774]

I have a Mirtsubishi Mirage with the bad Jatco CVT. 60.000 miles and counting. No defects. Not even a light bulb. And 50 mpg.

[@DigitallFlesh]

This is a great car, I uber mine, and have 140K miles with not one mechanical issue. I changed the front break pads at 120k, serpentine belt, plugs, coolant flush and manual gear box oil change. Other than regular maintenance, this car is bullet proof. The only knock on this car would be the crappy exhaust system. The hangers wear out quick and you get a rattle at idle and the baffle is broken and makes noise around 3k rpm witch is annoying. Other than this, I've been pleased with this vehicle.

[@MyWatchIsEnded]

I recommend using a rubber absorbent spray such as silicone spray to treat the rubber components like those hangers in order to prevent them dry rotting and disintegrating. Honestly using these treatments for all the rubber components will make the vehicle longer lasting because it's not falling apart in regards to all the rubber components like vacuum lines etcetera.

[@robsrandomness7824]

I'm not drunk, officer. Scotty Kilmer told me to do this to test my struts. Honest!

[@Only1Sethy]

I swear to drunk I'm not God, officer!

[@tenhundredkills]

Officer, I'm not as think as you drunk I am!

[@nodak81]

First thing I thought of too.

[@retiredammo4617]

Officer: It’s okay I’m a Scotty Kilmer fan as well. Here, let me show you how to really do that maneuver.

[@fidelcatsro6948]

keep your hands where i can see.... BANG BANG BANG!

[@gif24gt60]

Regardless of what the critics say, the mirage is known for its longevity and high mpg. It has four tires like every car. No need to impress the Jones.

[@Newday-crmy]

But a young man might want to impress their daughter.

[@FRAMILY860]

I love my Yugo. I have only had to pick up the parts from it scattered over the road, about 8 times to put back together.

[@diego.guillen]

I own a Mirage 2014, it is amazing for the price. I have no problems at all and it's great fuel efficient. Of course, it's confort could be improved, but it goes great on the basics for the price: reliable and fuel efficient.

[@shaunbarr1856]

I agree but I have issues with my brakes needing replacing every 6 months and they stretch

[@Frank71]

REV UP, YOUR 3 CYLINDERS.... Drivers love their Mitsubishi Mirage as bikers love their Honda Grom.

[@fidelcatsro6948]

only 3 pots? yucks!

[@mustardpikachu3597]

Very well said Bunny

[@SourGrey]

True. Even today i know a few people who miss their old Mirage and the montero sport.

[@PixTure]

Still have my good ole 95 Montero

[@AudiophileTubes]

The Mirage is a great little car! Affordable, well made, great warranty, and amazing gas mileage!

[@darkstabberelite]

Your lack of taste and self respect make you and your shitbox the butt of jokes and nuisance on roads especially highways

[@AudiophileTubes]

@@darkstabberelite Ted Cruz drives one!

[@marcandreservant8824]

If it's a brand new car for 10k with a good warranty, who cares if it is cheaply built? You don't get much of what you want, but you get everything you *need*. That's the key.

[@MLProductions.1]

Viktor with a K car guys don't care we'll just never buy one. For 10k you can get a much nicer CPO car

[@MLProductions.1]

Viktor with a K no. No car guy wants a car like this. You can have a much much nicer car for 10k I'd rather have a used nice car either 60-70k miles then that POS.

[@choffman9915]

The Mitsu wasn't built for car enthusiasts and you can't compare it to a CPO car. It was built for someone who wants a car with a damn good warranty, one that has pretty much no miles, and will last quite a long time, and for someone who just wants to get from point A to point B.

[@MLProductions.1]

charlesplane yes. But he said the only people that don't like it is teenagers. The cars built for someone who wants to finance a dirt cheap car and have 0 issues. No car enthusiast would ever buy that POS

[@shrizor]

I'd imagine the Mirage is a good car for seniors, and maybe for parents that want to put their teenager in a reliable car with modern safety features and no maintenance "surprises." I can also see it being used as an enthusiast's second car. You keep your nice shiny toy in the garage during the week, and drive the shitbox Mirage to work everyday where the sun will slowly destroy it and other cars will bump into it.

[@ronaldderooij1774]

I have a 2015 Mirage. Not one defect, not even a light bulb, no sign of wear anywhere. It does what I ask easily. 52 mpg average over 50.000 miles. With CVT and automatic 2 speed for high/low gear that makes the CVT a dream to drive (less rubberband effect). Not for petrolheads, but for rational people.

[@nippahut]

tell it!! people hate to hear truth!!

[@surprememaster]

I got the same. I love mine. 50+mpg and with front wheel drive I take mine to the tops of moutains for hiking. Not one problem at 50k miles so far.

[@steveauston6020]

Agree! My 2015 Mirage has been an Excellent car. Love the fuel savings

[@BigBossIvan]

I had a little black Mirage. One of the best cars I ever owned. Only reason it’s gone is hail damage... Otherwise it’s a really good reliable hatchback.

[@neilparmar5705]

BigBossIvan older Mirage were good cars

[@fishkings423]

Neil Parmar Back in the 1990s and early 2000s defiantly. Good commuter cars. My mom had a black one from the last generation before they discontinued it and was replaced by the new crappy one. Great car. Lasted around 200,000 miles, no issues despite not even taking care or doing good maintainance. Until she sold it and bought a 2000 Ford Explorer which has also came out good so far.

[@gospos1]

Spoiler alert!!..Elapsed time to first Toyota reference = 35 seconds...lol

[@Wodkaholic]

Because...Toyota Numba 1!

[@positronicfeed]

Scotty likes hisToyotas, yes. In his defense, most mechanics worth their salt do.

[@mhbbej1]

Bring the Expos back to Montreal.

[@keeefff5044]

Half of me watching him is just being fascinated about how he knows so much about this stuff. I don’t know if he researches each case ahead of time but if he’s doing this freestyle, that’s freaking amazing.

[@EMichaelBall]

I've watched a couple of live streams where he record these; it's totally freestyle.

[@lawrencerasmus]

Mitsubishi eclipse, wife has a 2003 with 260,000 miles everything works and no leaks and doesn't use a drop of oil, 2.4 . Only repair was a cracked plastic radiator, $70 on ebay and the cam Sensor $54 Autozone . All the door handles, electric windows everything has worked from day one .

[@spventures9395]

I had a 1999 mitsubishi pajero 3.5 v6 in Australia with over 400,000 kms on the clock. The engine was just starting to burn oil, but it still drove sweet. All electrics, low range gears, everything else worked fine. My dad also had a mitsubishi 1.6 sedan for 11 years, no issues at all other than general maintenance... I think you Americans don't rate them highly enough, maybe the auto transmission is not as good but I would never buy an auto anyway. I'd buy a mitsubishi ahead of a Toyota or Honda from my own experiences.

[@steveauston6020]

My 2015 Mirage has been Awesome👍 Lol 44mpg. Amazing little 1.2L, 3cyl cvt. 184,000 kms and runs like a top. Just regular oil changes and maintenance. It's no speed demon but makes up for it in ever other way

[@JodyBruchon]

I routinely get 46 MPG highway in my 2021. They made a lot of small improvements in the 2017+ models that make a difference. The engine went from 74 hp to 78 hp and the manual's gearing changed so it revs somewhat lower in top gear.

[@jedialfonse]

Would you recommend this car? How many miles are on it now any major failure?

[@steveauston6020]

@@jedialfonse Mine was a great little car.. Would recommend a manual transmission. I have a CVT and it's okay. Very Economical!

[@blueringedoctopus4778]

Where ever I got to go with a image of a home latrine. Good stuff

[@jebediahgentry7029]

Scotty uses an Android... Now I'm a super fan

[@w3r0ification]

Jebediah Gentry a lot of lag and freezing screen and virus you are part of the broke community

[@jose9th]

@@w3r0ification apple is literally cancer. Just ask Steve...

[@w3r0ification]

Flying Monkey no wonder the Samsung phones suck

[@sterrshow5016]

Samsung and apple suck.. Long live sony and motorola

[@HAL-dm1eh]

My Galaxy S3 is still going strong, with original battery.

[@Seenasaflick]

I miss this car this was my baby it was amazing for me definitely something I would buy again no problem with the one I had even went thru 3 car accident in it still ran great r.i.p baby

[@RedstatesRtrash]

this is the one thing he's completely wrong on, these cars are rock solid reliable with either transmission.

[@aarontull1907]

I have a 2018 Mirage. I bought it at 30,000ish miles. So far it has 48,000 miles on it. I just recently got a CVT service on it, and the technicians said the fluid was very black. You really should think about a transmission service at every 30,000 miles. Its not a quick car, and that's okay. Super efficient for short commutes to work. The audio system isn't awful either. So far I'm loving it. I will be very happy if it reaches 200,000 miles, but only time will tell.

[@LivingWithTheGuzmans]

Good information thanks

[@boussolefire]

Scotty Kilmer! I have been watching your videos for the last 6+ months I thank you for your wisdom! That being said I drive a tow truck for AAA fleet owned. I wish there were more experienced mechanics like yourself in my city. You are the best! Thank you so much and take care! Ring that bell folks Scotty knows best!!!

[@evanekstrand2124]

I always look forward to the pictures. Thanks for making this fun Scotty!

[@123456789billybobjoe]

Mitsubishi needs to bring back the Pajero/Montero.

[@catmario9947]

Rogers Julianson and evo

[@javierherrera8782]

And the real eclipse after 4g

[@michaelguevara8015]

montero is a piece of junk, i see them all the time with a big cloud of blue smoke behind them

[@gwng8791]

the pajero is still in production

[@shabutir1820]

The roads are dangerous enough today witbout Monteros rolling over everywhere.

[@spotifyseascapessmoothjazz]

Back in 2010, Hyundai offered a bare bones Accent with an MSRP of under $10k. The model was called the Blue. It had a manual transmission with no radio and no a/c. There weren't many of these models actually available. I assume it was a ploy to get people into Hyundai dealerships where they could be talked into a pricier model (there were ads for it online). Well I wanted the Blue model, so I had one ordered in from a couple of states away. I drove it off the lot for $11k after taxes and fees. I installed a headunit, Polk Audio speakers and a subwoofer to turn it into a very fun car. 8 years later, I have 104k miles so far with no problems except the power steering, which I solved by chopping off the belt. A car that small doesn't need power steering, it's still easy to drive without it. Minimalist motoring at it's finest! The Mitsubishi Mirage is a compelling car. It would be at the top of my list if I was in need of a new car right now.

[@seanmcgivney7631]

I had 2008 kia rio, no nothing , not even a radio or power steering. that car was tough as nails and I drove the piss out of it. I miss it.

[@jmcrjc6799]

I like mine I was used to driving a awd Ford explorer V8 I liked it but its just too expensive to drive as much as I do for my job is all..Yes the Mirage fills the bill perfectly..Its great for what it is cheap and reliable and easy to maintain

[@electron7659]

I bought a 2015 Honda Fit EX in a manual transmission. It's purrrrfect. Still runs like a new vehicle.

[@canadianplanespotter]

If you want to look cool in a Mirage, remove the letters M and i from the badge on the back. *rage*

[@cpufreak101]

Canadian Plane Spotter I think you'd be better off just covering it in Anime stickers and hope to get attention from weebs

[@eljona1665]

One time on Craiglsit a guy was selling one of the older models and he literally put the ad as "Mitsubushi Rage"... and sure enough in the picture the m and i and had fell off and still had the outline from the glue lmao

[@eastcoastdouchebag7105]

Love the AC logo

[@maskedmarauder5023]

On Android check out Here WeGo navigation, it works offline too, if You download the map. You can use it to plan different routes not just on highways like on Google maps offline.

[@dieterhauer8619]

That reminds me... Years ago my brother in law had a Dodge Dynasty. Well... the first two letters went missing... so he told everyone that he "drove a nasty".

[@StefanBacon]

Bought a used '14 mirage over a year ago. So far zero mechanical issues (manual transmission) and the fuel economy is very good. Keep in mind, it's easy to get 40-50mpg with air conditioning turned off, but if you turn it on, you'll get closer to 35 with normal driving. Still pretty much the best it gets before going hybrid and you'd never make up the difference in cost by fuel savings.

[@palebeachbum]

I routinely averaged 39-41mpg in my 2014 Mirage with AC on pretty much all the time here in Florida doing suburban driving. That was with slightly fatter aftermarket tires and an out of camber rear wheel.

[@StefanBacon]

@@palebeachbum the rear alignment issue is a major defect that affects my car too. There is no adjustment and mitsu + dealers are ignoring it for the most part. That said, new buyers can just get their car checked within the first year by an independent shop when it's under adjustments warranty and then have the work done if needed. The cvt has a major advantage in economy due to it's 1:7 overall ratio spread with the low range gear. Commuting 20 or so miles to work every day, i get mine up to 75 or 80 every day and that's 3750-4000rpm in 5th gear. Any semblance of economy goes away after about 60mph (3000rpm) and that's just too slow to be safe in my city's traffic.

[@StefanBacon]

The 195 tires I'm running on gsr 15x6 rims probably don't help either, but I keep them around 40lb so that helps to keep the rolling resistance modest.

[@slothypunk]

@@StefanBacon 195 tires? Did it rub or hit at all when you turn or driving on rough street?

[@dopewhiteboy8052]

I love that I found this channel, only thing I don’t like is I didn’t find it earlier haha

[@squidgyquijabo2422]

Scotty, your visual aid pics were ON POINT in this video, you had me in stitches man.

[@ozevox]

the mirage is cheap and cheerful not a lot of safety but if your willing to service twice a year it will be a reliable vehicle for ten years easy.

[@romeojones668]

I never believed in any car other than Toyotas but I have a 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport with over 213,000 miles never had a single problem ever I hate the lag in the CVT when accelerating but I must say the best car I ever owned. reliability just does not depend on the car manufacturer but the owner as well keep that in mind. engine 2.0 mivec

[@funnypranker34]

Romeo Jones hey a CVT with over 200k, I bet it’s gonna fall apart in less then 30k

[@ilikeboost4764]

Peter Kapica nah. If you take care of stuff then it lasts.

[@JohnSmith-eu7kd]

That is the secret, manteinace! A car can last longer with proper manteinance! I put 210k miles on my 2013 Mirage/CVT and you know what? It hasn't break appart!

[@danielreigada1542]

I realize that it's a totally different car than the new Mirage, but I own a 1997 Mitsubishi Mirage that I've owned since 1999. It has 226,000 miles on it and runs like a Swiss watch. The paint is all faded but it runs great. My brother has a 1996 Civic with about the same miles and I think my Mirage runs better.

[@PresidentMcAwesomesauce]

Pictures have me rolling. If i was not subbed i would sub again. Great work sir.

[@Sproutt]

honestly scottie 40+mpg 10 year warranty 100,000 mile power train 5 speed hatch back! check check and check.

[@cipro33]

Scotty your the Goat!!! I look forward to watching everyday!!!

[@SA77888]

If you called my dad the goat he'd prolly think you were insulting him lol. Bet ole scotty had to google that one.

[@scottykilmer]

Iwant: I guess you didn’t watch my video called “this car is the goat” then

[@jimmysapien9961]

Thanks Scotty !! My 98’ Accord transmission has been slipping for over 2-Years I just drive it slow and go 👍🏻 especially when it has over 267,000 Miles on it . Stills runs Great though !!!

[@johnunderwood7361]

I absolutely love the pictures you put up in your videos!

[@SocksKr]

The pictures you edit into these videos kill me. "I use google maps whenever i go anywhere", and in the corner pops up a picture of the bathroom. These videos are friggin hilarious

[@TheWilferch]

Agree with most of what you say, Scotty.....but I had a Mitsubishi Eclipse ( actually a clone, Eagle Talon) that went well over 220,000 miles from new and never had a lick of trouble.....every bit as good as my Toyota's.

[@Newishrevolution1]

What makes more sense. Buy a $40k fully loaded car or buy a mirage and use the left over $20k to put towards a house?

[@jeffersonlink9882]

Scotty, got to disagree with you on this one. Owned a 2005 Galant. Sold it to my mom when it had 120000. That was 6 years ago. It now has over 200000 mi. On it and is still running good. Doesnt smoke runs strong. Dooesnt burn oil and recently passed smog. It doesnt run like it did when it was new but everyone has got their money out of it. Good car would highly recommend.

[@michaelsim5726]

I love the pictures that pop up! You’re so funny Scotty!!!

[@mcarrillo211]

Hey Scotty thanks for the info I swerved on the freeway and crashed into the wall so I need to replace my rear shock and front end what brand do you recommend

[@TheFailroad]

I really did own a silver 94 celica, and it had a manual transmission. I got mid 30's fuel economy and the car never let me down. Sold with 275,000+ miles and it ran great. Wish I still had it, fun to drive. Not the cars fault but the older I got the less I liked climbing in and out of it (too low)

[@KekeeBlack]

Mirages are most popular in Southeast Asia. So low cost, efficiency and durability are what they’re all about. You can fix the things with 2 popsicle sticks, a rubber band and a 10mm socket. It’s been perfect to learn car repair on and the computers aren’t excessive. During these times my Mirage is saving my A$$. I wish I had gotten a manual but I wasn’t as smart 3 years ago. Even with the gas prices these days ($5 per gallon) I fill up for 35 bucks and can drive up to 350 miles on a single tank. It accelerates like trash because I don’t abuse mine and the timing chain is waaay overbuilt for that 74 hp engine. On the Mirage forum, nobody has had timing chain issues, including a guy that maintains an entire fleet of them. Parts are expensive but it will be a while before you’ll have to buy them so nbd.

[@edgaryzen4925]

Exactly. Did you know that it takes only ONE minute to completely refill fuel at the pump? One minute!! That's so short for 350 miles which is NOT BAD at all! How did I know this? Cuz I timed it with my Mirage via phone. Man I love it!!

[@robertschumann9059]

I bough one for my wife. It has its quirks and faults but it does really not deserve the hate it gets. Yes, the three cylinder engine lacks torque in lower revolutions. But the 75 HP are making a lot of fun on the german autobahn. 110mph are no problem and are comfy to handle

[@soflokia9984]

I like the mirage, good little commuter cars!

[@charger19691]

If you buy a new Mitsubishi Mirage and change the oil every 3,000 miles and don't mind shifting a manual transmission, you will have a reliable car for many years. If you buy the same car and club the crap out of it and dont change the oil and filters regularly, don't expect this little car to last.

[@Contact_Info]

I bought a 2018 with manual trans for $11k out the door. It's not bad for cheap. It gets terrible reviews but it gets be from point A to B and it is faster than the automatic.

[@charger19691]

Contact Info , enjoy your new car! I wish you the best!

[@MrR2185]

Even a basic car is WAAAAY better than walking or taking the bus. People forget how nice having a reliable car can be.

[@JohnSmith-eu7kd]

Well, i usually change my 2013 Mirage oil every 7k miles and has now over 210k in only 5 years. And it has the CVT.

[@db60615]

The new Mitsubishi's all take synthetic oil and don't need to be changed until 5k-10k miles depending on the model.

[@Na5iR11]

Laughed hard thanks to your photos Scotty. Thank you.

[@benjigruber9292]

The photos while you talk are hysterical!

[@memphisraines8118]

I have a 2015 Mirage (bought new) as a backup/spare car. I looked at several used cars but mostly all had some type of body damage, problems, rust and a crazy amount of miles. For the warranty., I said... Why not? The factory suspension and wheel/tire combo are terrible IMO. But whatever, for me it's a point A to point B car that gets good gas mileage.

[@palebeachbum]

Completely agree. The 2014-2015 had terrible steering and handling. I've heard the updated 2017 has some improvements in this area.

[@kylemas2005]

@@palebeachbum I dont understand this. Ive been Ubering hard miles on fast highways in a traffic plagued city. My 2014 handles pretty good. I personally love the soft suspension, makes the ride cushy as hell.

[@kylemas2005]

@@palebeachbum Steering is precise to me and I dodge potholes everyday for work.

[@palebeachbum]

@@kylemas2005 precise, yes. There is no play in the wheel. Responsive, no. It's like they took steering off a truck and put in the Mirage. It's extremely vague for a modern car. Drive just about any other modern economy car and you'll see what I mean.

[@brucemorris3830]

See, I’m actually considering a Mitsu just so I’m not on a single car in “the stable” as of reading all these comments about how decent these cars are. And I could care less how the ride is; if I could drive a 350 Honda bike as a kid I think I can live with anything that’s on 4 actual wheels 🤣

[@bro_ham_0072]

My dream car is a 94 Celica

[@shrizor]

Shoot for the moon, buddy!

[@DctorSkillz1]

Maybe you should ask Scotty if it's a reliable car.

[@Roostertailin]

@@DctorSkillz1 He talks them down a lot.

[@bagheerab278]

Jequivis - With a bell-ringing mechanic in the trunk?

[@j.g.bloodworth9837]

Silver color with steel rims and hub caps.

[@gangsterpig8782]

Your awesome thankyou for making videos your the best

[@Sublimer79]

Friendly correction its: you're, Or "you are" if you like long form. No drama. Have a great day.

[@tefahbblessed79]

Man I so enjoy your videos

[@WCGwkf]

Spend 30 bucks and get a phone mount for your car. Car GPS is always just terrible

[@golmagnumsniper]

You can get 1 dollar ones from China. I got one and runs perfectly except that it arrives a month after you buy.

[@garbonzobean1]

Or $5 from the continental U.S. and you'll have it in less than a week via ebay. 👍

[@WCGwkf]

if you want something that sucks and breaks eventually, yeah do that.

[@joman22garcia]

Scotty, you pretend that you know everything about cars even you don’t even own one Mitsubishi. Who told you that Mitsubishi can’t last 100k miles , THAT’s A BIG LIE. Since I was a child, I love Mitsubishi! Real car owners speaks the truth. It’s NOT by the brand, IT’s HOW YOU TAKE GOOD CARE OF YOUR CAR. Im a mechanic too. I’ve got a 1996 Mitsubishi L200 ( 4d56 engine ). Still running in VERY GOOD condition and very well taking good care of me. I also have a 2011 Mitsubishi ASX 1.8 diesel 4x4 , same thing NO HEADACHE AT ALL & a VERY RELIABLE CAR. Mitsubishi is underrated because of plastic interiors BUT THAT PLASTIC IS A HIGH QUALITY PLASTICS HIGHLY APPROVED BY QUALITY CONTROL . Japanese technology is BRILLIANT.

[@NeoJSsk]

I have a Manual 2009 Good looking Lancer 122k, a 2010 Good Looking automatic 133k. And a Black 2012 Lancer with 152k all of them running good with no issue at all only regular maintenance ( oil and filter change )

[@sbentsen2714]

Oh God at 3:18 too many lights!!!! 🙉🙈😰 😄😄👍🏼 Scotty love the images you put in your videos!! They’re very funny!!

[@nathanrandall3224]

the Mitsubishi mirage are pretty good have a 3 cylinder engine and will get over 40 mpg hwy

[@pjay1281]

0 to 30 in 2 hours lol😂🤣.

[@pjay1281]

@BootherJr That's really reasonable for a car that takes 4 hours to reach 60 miles an hour😂🤣😂.

[@shabutir1820]

Both my 2015 and 2016 civics get over 40mpg highway easily....and they offer ALOT more power and features! Given how small and gutless the Mirage is, it should get 60mpg!

[@MiguelRPD]

@@pjay1281 0 to 60 in 60 !

[@pjay1281]

@BootherJr This is a joke, I hope you not mad tho.

[@stevecihlar1692]

These mirage cars are just as reliable as a Toyota or Honda. The local courier services would not have 2014 mirages with 300,000 miles on them with just normal maintenance like tires, brakes and oil changes.

[@gertvanpeet3120]

In the Netherlands there are mirages that already run 220000 miles, now for sale at €3750! It's the 2013 model!

[@eduardougalde3901]

Scotty I love ur videos....what you think about the Mitsubishi L200 truck diesel 4x4 manual?

[@joanramos4130]

I love my Mitsubishi, rides nice, good on gas,

[@najirban]

I'd totally get a base 2017 Mirage. Price, fuel economy, reliability, 3 pedals? Check. Better tires, pads, 1 inch drop, bolt-ons, tune might make it a little fun. Slow car fun!

[@cpufreak101]

najirban slow car fast>fast car fast. Mr Regular himself even said a Buick Park Avenue was the best track car he has ever driven, and he drove a GT3rs

[@jhogan1960]

You are so right about the google maps app. Gets you around traffic jams, and works off your phone. Good advice, Scotty.

[@sethrogue9659]

I'm actually considering getting a Mirage just for college. Thanks Scotty!

[@trevorforrest7146]

I have 2018 Mitsubishi mirage 250000 front and back brake and front wheel bearing only thing I have done and tires

[@Taylor.Murray]

What!?!? Scotty recommending a Mitsubishi?!?! Was this taken after happy hour?

[@FrankySilverFace]

Lol. Good comment. Also there's Mitsubishi parts on most if not all Toyotas. I can't speak for Hondas.

[@jpqch7323]

120,000 miles on my 2014 mirage.

[@hotice8885]

@@jpqch7323 --140,000 on my Eclipse

[@benitojr4332]

juan chavez: how's that CVT working for you? I too may buy one

[@610smoke]

juan chavez how did you put over 100k on a car in 4 years?

[@Turkoblood]

Lmaooo the pictures to words are awesome!

[@DrWenChannel]

Hi Scotty, can you have a video to cover how to prevent rust from road salt and what's the best way to do DIY preventive measure to prevent undercarriage rust? Thanks!

[@Abc-ft8qf]

Haha he put a fan 🤣🤣🤣

[@shepd3]

I got mine for $10,300 taxes and everything in. CANADIAN DOLLARS. Considering the savings in gas, it paid for itself in 1 year. Call me satisfied.

[@beedslolkuntus2070]

I see people making fun of these cars so much, I don’t see anything wrong with it at all.

[@samusaran7317]

@@beedslolkuntus2070 People like to complain, rather simple.

[@beedslolkuntus2070]

Samus Aran7 I would love to see those same people complaining in an Audi costing too much. Like come on! This is a cheap car. "You get what you pay for"

[@samusaran7317]

@@beedslolkuntus2070 Very true. To be fair newer mirages have a decent number of options compared to an older one. Last year we upgraded from a 1998 to a 2017.

[@1wasinAlpha]

WOW the knowledge of yours in that brain is amazing!!!

[@Mmyers1177]

Hey Scotty, I can’t get enough of this channel! - I have a 1999 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP with 108,000 miles from new that needs a new head gasket (leaks oil) on the firewall side that needs replacement. About how much will this cost to fix or is this something I can do myself? I’m a former Aircraft Maintenance 👨‍🔧 Technician (Crew Chief) who worked on F-4 Fantoms, F-16 Falcons, and A-10 Warthogs. I am definitely mechanically inclined and do all the maintenance on all of my own vehicles. Thanks for answering and sharing your valuable time and knowledge with the rest of us.

[@EMichaelBall]

From what I've seen online, it's possible if you have a new head gasket in hand, and have the know-how to remove the head off the engine, and remove all the other damage caused by the blown gasket.

[@syr72]

Bro the pictures he uses lmaoooo Can't believe I just found out about this guy 😂

[@peterpanassow7814]

He's hilarious. Love this guy

[@faithmarielake592]

Update- I still have my car and it's still very reliable and has been very excellent as well as easy on gas and comfortable ride. I still recommend this car. I'm a private individual not affiliated with any dealer or anything. Just sharing my personal experience. It was about 15 thousand total with out me getting out the paperwork. Easy financing and low costs and payments

[@slothypunk]

Just got my 2020 ES mirage today 13k OTD. I feel the dealer rob me after Scotty said it should be 10K... but oh well

[@JodyBruchon]

@@slothypunk It was 10K, but remember that the older Mirage didn't even come with cruise control or the Bluetooth+touchscreen head unit, and those prices are pre-pandemic inflation. It's worth 13K. That's what I paid for my 2021 new and I have zero regrets.

[@edgaryzen4925]

@@JodyBruchon agree! I paid 15k OTD for the G4 5 speed

[@JodyBruchon]

@@edgaryzen4925 I bet you have zero regrets!

[@edgaryzen4925]

@@JodyBruchon En, oh, pee, ee 😎

[@ellaiahpusa]

scotty......who the doing these sidekick graphic pics insertion...they are so freakin funny

[@turanturanogli.r.t.e..akp.424]

Respect SCOTTY. true worth. Thank you.

[@proofbox]

I see a lot of complaints that the Mirage has 78 HP , back in the day I found myself with a 1980 Mercury Zephyr I got it used and it was my work car of course it had a much more formidable engine than the lowly Mirage , it had twice as many cylinders and over three times the displacement [ 3.3 liter ] it made 88 HP. Think the Mirage is a slug ? Try this. O and the standard Zephyr 4 CYL [ 2.3 liter ] made 72 HP . Compared to that time period you guys got it good.

[@rabidsminions2079]

Mirage will make app 100 NM max torque stuff all

[@SexyDragonMaster]

proofbox sass

[@MrR2185]

And even the cheapest one will have ABS, a bunch of airbags and A/C standard. for 9500 it's pretty good!

[@shepd3]

@@MrR2185 A/C is optional on Canadian models. Puts the car under 2000 lbs! And saves another couple thousand dollars. Only gets hot enough that I moan about it maybe 2 weeks of the year.

[@neilparmar5705]

proofbox I had a 1990 mirage and it was way better than the new ones. I'm really pissed off at Mitsubishi.

[@victor070]

The israeli military uses mirages as a fleet to move people between bases. They are cheap and hold easily 100k miles while being abused and not maintained properly. They also have great gas milage. Just a point A to B car.

[@kylemas2005]

They can go well over 100k miles too.

[@notpio]

The pictures in the side make this even more enjoyable

[@Jfarmerthunder]

Scotty the pop up images crack me up “tinder”

[@yardcraby1534]

Mitsubishi was around along time now... statistics prove that mitsu is one of the best ... and i belive that mutsu us is better than the toyota with respect to reliability new age toyota vehicle....

[@DctorSkillz1]

I'm in the market for a used car. Should I buy a 1994 Toyota Celica or a used Chrysler 200 with 22" wheels?

[@emeyer6963]

Get a Chrysler 22 with 200' wheels

[@pinut187]

Celica

[@fidelcatsro6948]

Toyota never kapuuts!

[@danc1197]

The fiat 200 was discontinued for a reason. Good car for short term but good luck after 5 years.

[@tatialo37]

Lol!!!

[@MrDaftig]

Hi Scott , Firstly thanks you for all your videos, I really love your show. Anyways about this video about Mitsubishi mirage, I like to attache a story to it that really happen. A friend show me pictures of an accident where minivan crash Mirage from behind with 80 KmH and the whole passenger room in back are press together like Acordeon. So I guess Mirage is one this origami Japanese vehicle right?