DecodedCars2016 Toyota Mirai
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2016 models.
- Class
- Subcompact Cars
- Engines
- –
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- FCV
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Few owner complaints2 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 23 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 12 similar 2016 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2016 Toyota Mirai is a subcompact car and front-wheel drive.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the vehicle speed control.
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mirai FCV | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 67 / 67 / 67 | – | – | – |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2016 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2016 Toyota Mirai.
Similar 2016 subcompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Toyota Mirai (this car) | – | Not rated | 0 |
| 2016 Ford Mustang | 25 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2016 Chevrolet Camaro | 25 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2016 Nissan GT-R | 19 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2016 Ford Fiesta | 35 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2016 Chevrolet Spark | 34 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2016 Volkswagen Beetle | 28 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Toyota Mirai.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2016 Toyota Mirai is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2016 Toyota Mirai buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Vehicle Speed Control — 1 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
- Fuel/Propulsion System — 1 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2016 Toyota Mirai. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Mirai years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Mirai | – | 195.7 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 Mirai | – | 195.7 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 Mirai | – | 195.7 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2023 Mirai | – | 195.7 in | Not rated | 2 | 6 |
| 2022 Mirai | – | 195.7 in | Not rated | 1 | 10 |
| 2021 Mirai | – | 195.7 in | Not rated | 1 | 1 |
| 2020 Mirai | – | – | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 Mirai | – | – | Not rated | 0 | 4 |
| 2018 Mirai | – | – | Not rated | 0 | 2 |
| 2017 Mirai | – | – | Not rated | 0 | 4 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Toyota. How we calculate this →