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Mitsubishi Mirage G4 (A10) 1.2 MIVEC (78 Hp)
Overall Rating
Mitsubishi Mirage:
The Mitsubishi Mirage is a range of cars produced by the Japanese manufacturer Mitsubishi from 1978 until 2003 and again since 2012. The hatchback models produced between 1978 and 2003 were classified as subcompact cars, while the sedan and station wagon models, marketed prominently as the Mitsubishi Lancer, were the compact offerings. The liftback introduced in 1988 complemented the sedan as an additional compact offering, and the coupé of 1991 fitted in with the subcompact range. The current Mirage model is a subcompact hatchback and sedan and it replaces the Mitsubishi Colt sold between 2002 and 2012....(Read more on Wikipedia)
G4 (A10) Overview:
Mitsubishi Mirage (G4 (A10)). With 100 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.1 l/100km). Weighing only 955 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.2 MIVEC (78 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers basic but reliable performance, best suited for city and light highway use. The manual transmission provides more driver engagement compared to the CVT.
Fuel Economy
Very good fuel efficiency, though slightly less economical than the CVT variant in combined cycle (6.7 l/100 km), still a strong point for this engine.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel economy and low running costs
- • Very affordable purchase price
- • Compact size and easy to maneuver in urban environments
- • Proven reliability of the simple powertrain
- • Spacious interior for its class
Cons:
- • Underpowered engine, especially for highway overtaking
- • Basic interior materials and limited features
- • Noticeable engine noise at higher RPMs
- • Unrefined driving dynamics compared to rivals
- • Limited appeal for driving enthusiasts
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VI Hatchback (facelift 2019): February, 2020 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mitsubishi |
| Model: | Mirage |
| Generation: | G4 (A10) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.2 MIVEC (78 Hp) |
| Start of production: | March, 2013 |
| End of production: | November, 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 78 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 65.4 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 100 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 3A92 [Same engine] More details about the engine 3A92 |
| Engine displacement: | 1193 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3 l |
| Coolant: | 4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 75 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 7.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.7 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.2 kg/Hp, 81.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.6 kg/Nm, 104.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 955 |
| Max. weight: | 1389 |
| Max load: | 434 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 349 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 35 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4305 mm mm [460mm more] |
| Width: | 1669 mm mm [4mm more] |
| Height: | 1504 mm mm [1mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2550 mm mm [100mm more] |
| Front track: | 1445 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1430 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 160 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.6 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 165/65 R14; 175/55 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 14; 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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