2018 Mitsubishi Mirage G4 Review: Reasonably priced sedan

Jun 10, 2020

Here is our review about 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage G4

4.0
₱630,000
Sedan Automanual

 

 

Mitsubishi Mirage G4 2018 Introduction

The 4-door version of the Mitsubishi Mirage 2018 in the Philippines starts at nearly PHP 630,000 and is called the Mirage G4 2018. The new car retains the typical design style but adds a range of stunning details. This is a subcompact sedan offered in two trim levels: ES and SE. The two trims use a similar motor: a 1.2-liter three-chamber motor that makes 78 pull and 74 pound-feet of torque. The ES has two options between a five-speed manual transmission or a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT), while the SE is only available with the CVT.

Mitsubishi Mirage G4

Mirage G4 is subcompact sedan from Mitsubishi

Exterior Review: How does the 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage look?

Mirage G4 Sedan has an overall length x width x height of 4,244 x 1,669 x 1,514 (mm), the wheelbase of the vehicle reaches 2,550 mm, the ground clearance is 170 mm. This size of the car is shorter and narrower than most models in the same segment such as Honda City, Toyota Vios, Ford Fiesta ... while the height of the car is higher.

2018 Mitsubishi Mirage Exterior

2018 Mirage in Wine Red Pearl

First, the Mitsubishi Mirage 2018 G4 has a sporty style on the rear with a redesigned taillight and an 'extended' rear bumper. Both the GLX and GLS variants have 15-inch alloy rims and the GLS also has a dark chrome finish. The rims are wrapped in tires 185/55 / R15 Series. Finally, there are two new exterior colors for the 2018 Mirage G4: Sundance Orange (only available for GLS) and Wine Red Pearl. The inside of the car features a glossy black plastic trim as well as fabric seats. In addition, the car also has a three-spoke steering wheel (leather upholstery for high-end variants), 12V power socket, fully adjustable driver's seat and 4-speaker audio system.

2018 Mitsubishi Mirage Exterior

Interior Review: What's new in the interior of the Mirage G4?

Mitsubishi Mirage 2018 is equipped with a number of new standard features compared to its predecessor, including a 7-inch touchscreen with Bluetooth, rear camera, steering wheel with a number of control buttons, USB port in the central control area.

2018 Mitsubishi Mirage Interior

2018 Mitsubishi Mirage Interior

Engine & Performance of 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage G4

Under the bonnet is a 1.2-liter I3 engine with MIVEC technology. This engine has modest power (77 hp at 6,000 rpm and 100 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm) Depending on the variant, the 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage G4 is available with a manual transmission. 5-speed or CVT gearbox. 

2018 Mitsubishi Mirage Engine

Mitsubishi Mirage 2018 Engine

Mitsubishi Mirage brings satisfaction with its good sound insulation. When going to the highway, the car accelerates quite quickly and smoothly, absolutely without the feeling of being jerky or lag like an automatic transmission. The actual fuel consumption of the car is also very economical.

2018 Mitsubishi Mirage Safety Review

All variants of the Mirage G4 come with dual front airbags, anti-lock braking system (ABS) with electronic brake-force distribution (EBD), anti-acceleration system (BOS) and emergency stop signal (ESS) However, the rear ISOFIX hook for child seats, keyless opening and starting and with front fog lamps are only available for the GLS variant. One thing to note is that the car will be assembled right in the Philippines.

This model is assembled in the Philippines

Price and Variants in the Philippines

A lot of people come to the Mitsubishi Mirage 2018 because of the price appeal.

The entry-level Mirage G4 GLX 1.2 MT has a PHP 630,000 SRP, while the the most advanced version Mirage G4 GLS 1.2 CVT sells for PHP 717,000 as of Dec. 1, 2018.

 

Pros & Cons of Mirage G4 2018

Pros

  • Eco-friendly 

  • Size makes it simple to explore through occupied city roads 

  • Abundant inside space 

  • Moderate cost 

Cons 

  • Price higher than comparative subcompact vehicles

  • Acceleration is slow

  • Perceptible utilization of hard plastic within the cabin 

  • Small and thin tires

Mitsubishi Mirage 2018

Key Specs of 2018 Mirage G4

Variant

GLX 1.2 MT

GLX 1.2 CVT

GLS 1.2 CVT

Engine

Displacement (cc)

1193

1193

1193

Number of Cylinders

3

3

3

Number of Valves

12

12

12

Performance

Drivetrain

FWD

FWD

FWD

Max Power (HP) / rpm

78 / 6000

76 / 6000

76 / 6000

Max Torque (nm) / rpm

100 / 4000

100 / 4000

100 / 4000

Fuel Type

Gasoline

Gasoline

Gasoline

Fuel Capacity (liters)

42

42

42

Wheel & Tyre

Width

185

185

185

Aspect Ratio

55

55

55

Diameter

R15

R15

R15

Transmission

Transmission Type

Manual

Automatic

Automatic

Mitsubishi Mirage G4 2018 Conclusion

it has low price, great fuel consumption, and long warranty

The Mirage G4 is a perfect choice if you are looking to shop for subcompact sedan that you simply would use as a daily city car. This model is one of the most effective urban jungle machines considering its compact body and comparatively fuel-efficient engine. The only hurdle we could see with this model is the price. Compared to its rivals such as Toyota Yaris and Hyundai Accent, the Mitsubishi Mirage G4 is a few thousand more expensive.