1996 Mitsubishi Mirage CE review from Australia and New Zealand
"Most reliable Mitsi ever!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Styled metal wheels are rubbish because wheel dressings slip and cut tyre valves off.
Rear window seals beginning to split, but not leaking.
Otherwise fine.
General comments?
This car is brilliant. My Mirage is the first of the CE model run, so it's quite basic.
The interior fittings are extremely durable, with no cracks nor fading of the plastic. The little 69KW 1500cc motor goes like a rocket and will cruise nicely at 110.
35 litres of petrol will get me at least 600Kms, so fuel economy is brilliant.
Despite the quick gear changes of a P plate driver, this car is standing up pretty well; it's quick and durable, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a small car.
Being a 3 door, it's inconvenient for taking passengers, but it has a decent sized boot.
The 13" inch wheels are rubbish, but if you put some 14" inch alloys on it, it'll stick to the road like glue.
Being wider than most hatchs, front seat room is plentiful.
My Mirage is an Oldie but a Goodie. The 2000-03 model is supposed to be better, but still has the same motor and running gear. Over all, you can't go wrong!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1996 |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.5L petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 143000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 175000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Mitsubishi Sigma |
| Date of Entry | 7th November, 2008 |