2002 Mitsubishi Mirage review from Australia and New Zealand
"A well-engineered car which I hope to keep for some years yet"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Reverse gear can be a bit hard to find, but never impossible. Dealer put different oil in, which helped a bit, as does selecting 1st gear prior to reverse.
One rear shocker groans a bit on hard bumps. Dealer 'wrapped' the coil springs, which helped.
Visors tend not to stay right up--worse in cold weather. Dealer replaced them once.
General comments?
Very smooth, quiet and economical engine--17 kilometers per litre average.
Great load space with the rear seats down.
Suspension not the greatest, but it's a light car. Fitted Michelin tyres which have helped road-holding.
Rear seats have slots for headrests, but none are available from the dealer, so I bought 2nd hand Mitsubishi Magna ones which fitted straight in.
Recommended reviews
  | 2002 - Mirage CE hatchback 1.5L SOHC 4 cylinder Still superior quality and value for money |
  | 2001 - Mirage DE 1.5 liter gas Best Kept Econ/Depend. Secret Out There! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.5 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 20 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 45000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Mitsubishi Magna |
| Date of Entry | 1st August, 2006 |