Name: 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage
Brand: Mitsubishi
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What was the price of the 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage in Canada and which versions were available?

Accepted Answer

The 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage was one of the least expensive new vehicles in the Canadian market. The Mirage G4 sedan ES started at approximately $14,998 CAD and the Mirage hatchback ES at approximately $14,798 CAD, making them among the most affordable new vehicles in Canada in 2022. The Mirage SE version was positioned around $17,498 CAD (hatchback) with additional features including 15-inch alloy wheels and cruise control. The top-trim Mirage SEL (hatchback) was offered at approximately $20,498 CAD, adding an 8-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a rearview camera, and heated seats. All 2022 Mirages were powered by the 1.2L 3-cylinder naturally aspirated MIVEC engine producing 78 hp and 74 lb-ft, paired with a standard 5-speed manual or optional CVT. Front-wheel drive was the only available configuration, which limited their appeal for Canadian regions with harsh winters without dedicated winter tires. Both the Mirage G4 sedan and Mirage hatchback were available in several vibrant colours including the distinctive Plasma Orange Pearl.

Question 2

What is the fuel economy of the 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage and what real-world savings can be expected in Canada?

Accepted Answer

The 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage was one of the most fuel-efficient combustion-engine vehicles available in Canada. According to Natural Resources Canada, official fuel consumption for the Mirage with CVT was 6.4L/100km city, 5.3L/100km highway, and 5.9L/100km combined. With the 5-speed manual transmission, fuel consumption was 6.6L/100km city, 5.5L/100km highway, and 6.1L/100km combined. In real-world Canadian use including winter warm-up phases, drivers generally report consumption between 6.5 and 8.0L/100km in mixed annual driving. At $1.70 CAD per litre (Canadian average in 2022), the annual fuel cost for 20,000 km was estimated between $1,105 and $1,360 CAD, representing savings of $800 to $1,500 CAD per year compared to a typical compact car. Over 5 years and 100,000 km, fuel savings alone can amount to $4,000 to $7,500 CAD. These savings are particularly significant for budget-conscious drivers, young drivers, family second vehicles, or commuters making long daily highway trips in Canada.

Question 3

Is the 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage a good choice as a first vehicle or economical daily driver in Canada?

Accepted Answer

The 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage is one of the most affordable vehicles to purchase, operate, and insure in Canada, making it a popular option for certain buyer profiles. Advantages include the unbeatable purchase price (under $15,000 CAD for a new base version), fuel consumption among the lowest in the combustion market, very low insurance costs (the lowest in its category according to Canadian insurer data, often 30 to 50 percent less than a Honda Civic or Toyota Corolla for the same driver profile), and Mitsubishi's 10-year powertrain warranty. Notable disadvantages for a Canadian driver include: the 78 hp power output insufficient for highway passing, especially with four or five occupants or on mountain roads (British Columbia, Quebec); a CVT transmission that can be noisy under sustained acceleration; the absence of all-wheel drive making quality winter tires absolutely essential; and a weak residual value (35 to 42 percent after 36 months per Canadian Black Book). The Mirage is a rational choice for primarily urban use with short trips, but less suited for drivers who do significant highway mileage or live in remote areas.

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