DecodedCars2014 Mitsubishi Mirage
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2014 models.
- Class
- Compact Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Hatchback Es/Se
- Engines
- 1.2L 3-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 39 combined · 36 city / 42 hwy
- Length
- 148.8 in
- Curb weight
- 2,050 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 3 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 39 MPG combined — 48% better than the average 2014 compact car (26.3 MPG).
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 10 similar 2014 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage is a compact car offered with a 1.2L 3-cyl engine and front-wheel drive.
It measures about 149 inches long and 66 inches wide on a 97-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 2,050 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 39 MPG combined (36 city / 42 highway), 48% better than the 2014 compact car average of 26.3 MPG, for an estimated $1,700 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 3 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 41 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the air bags.
Trims, performance & features
Built in: Bangkok, Thailand
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 3 2014 Mirage configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Hatchback Es/Se | 148.8 in | 65.7 in | 59.1 in | 96.5 in | 56.3 / 55.9 in | 2,050 lb | 61/39 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mirage | 1.2L 3-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 36 / 42 / 39 | +48% | $1,700 | 228 |
| Mirage | 1.2L 3-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 33 / 41 / 36 | +37% | $1,850 | 243 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2014 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage.
Similar 2014 compact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage (this car) | 39 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2014 Volkswagen Golf/GTI | 32 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2014 Subaru Impreza/Outback Sport | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2014 Toyota Yaris | 33 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2014 Mazda 2 | 31 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2014 Chevrolet Spark | 34 MPG | ★★★★★ | 8 |
| 2014 Honda Insight | 41 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (3)
Air Bags · Oct 30, 2017
NHTSA campaign 17V686000 · 83,555 vehicles
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- Air bags that do not deploy as designed in a crash increase the risk of injury.
- 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.
Air Bags › Frontal · Dec 4, 2015
NHTSA campaign 15V815000 · 55,899 vehicles
- Problem
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Mitsubishi Mirage vehicles manufactured July 27, 2013, to September 2, 2015. If the driver enters an affected vehicle with their feet covered water and salt, it may soak through the carpet and cause corrosion to a wiring connector located in a junction box behind a kick panel to the left of the driver's footrest.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, corrosion of the connector could delay deployment of the frontal air bags, increasing the risk of injury to the driver and the front seat passenger.
- Fix
- MMNA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the affected connectors, replacing any found to be corroded. A waterproof sheet will be installed over the connectors to prevent future corrosion. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in February 2016. Owners may contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820. MMNA's number for this recall is SR-16-001.
Air Bags · Sep 23, 2015
NHTSA campaign 15V594000 · 13,558 vehicles
- Problem
- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (Mitsubishi) is recalling certain model year 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage vehicles manufactured July 27, 2013, to November 20, 2013, and 2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV vehicles manufactured October 28, 2011, to September 7, 2012. Due to an increased resistance in the impact sensor for the air bag system, in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the frontal, side and/or curtain air bags when the SRS warning is illuminated, the frontal air bag may have a delayed deployment and/or the side and curtian air bag may not deploy at all.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, an air bag that does not deploy or deploys late, increases the risk of occupant injury.
- Fix
- Mitsubishi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected impact sensors, free of charge. The recall began on November 5, 2015. Owners may contact Mitsubishi customer service at 1-888-648-7820. Mitsubishi's number for this recall is SR-15-011.
Not every 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 3 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Air Bags — 14 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Service Brakes — 9 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
- Engine — 6 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 20,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Mirage years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Mirage | 39 | 151.6 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 10 |
| 2023 Mirage | 39 | 151.6 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 5 |
| 2022 Mirage | 39 | 151.6 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 5 |
| 2021 Mirage | 39 | 151.6 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 4 |
| 2020 Mirage | 39 | 149.6 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 5 |
| 2019 Mirage | 39 | 149.6 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 15 |
| 2018 Mirage | 39 | 149.6 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 21 |
| 2017 Mirage | 39 | 149.6 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 28 |
| 2015 Mirage | 39 | 148.8 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 39 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Mitsubishi. How we calculate this →