What drivers are saying
I think it was a good vehicle to start with and its pretty fast and easy to drive because is not too long Read full review
Has been a very reliable car. Gives great mileage. Didnot give me any trouble the year I owned it. All owners maintained good so had only very minimal rust . More leg space compared to other cars . ... Read full review
Recalls and crash tests
The 1997 Mitsubishi Mirage currently has 4 recalls
In a market crowded with excellent small cars, it can be hard for a vehicle to be noticed. Take the case of the new-for-1997 Mitsubishi Mirage. By any standard of measurement, this ... Read more
Do they still make the Mitsubishi Mirage? If the only thing you've heard about Mitsubishi in the last year is theshenanigans that allegedly took place at its Downstate Normal ... Read more
So much has been written about Mitsubishi's sexual harrassment problems at its Normal, Ill., assembly plant that its cars have been overlooked. We are guilty of such oversight... Read more
Cars.com Car Seat Check
What is a Bumper-to-Bumper warranty?
Often called a basic warranty or new-vehicle warranty, a bumper-to-bumper policy covers components like air conditioning, audio systems, vehicle sensors, fuel systems and major electrical components. Most policies exclude regular maintenance like fluid top offs and oil changes, but a few brands have separate free-maintenance provisions, and those that do offer them is slowly rising. Bumper-to-bumper warranties typically expire faster than powertrain warranties.
What is a Powertrain warranty?
Don't be misled a 10-year or 100,000-mile powertrain warranty doesn't promise a decade of free repairs for your car. It typically covers just the engine and transmission, along with any other moving parts that lead to the wheels, like the driveshaft and constant velocity joints. Some automakers also bundle seat belts and airbags into their powertrain warranties. With a few exceptions, powertrain warranties don't cover regular maintenance like engine tuneups and tire rotations.
What is included in Roadside Assistance?
Some automakers include roadside assistance with their bumper-to-bumper or powertrain warranties, while others have separate policies. These programs cover anything from flat-tire changes and locksmith services to jump-starts and towing. Few reimburse incidental costs like motel rooms (if you have to wait for repairs).
What other services could be included in a warranty?
Some automakers include free scheduled maintenance for items such as oil changes, air filters and tire rotations. Some include consumables including brake pads and windshield wipers; others do not. They are typically for the first couple of years of ownership of a new car.
What does CPO mean?
A certified pre-owned or CPO car has been inspected to meet minimum quality standards and typically includes some type of warranty. While dealers and third parties certify cars, the gold standard is an automaker-certified vehicle that provides a factory-backed warranty, often extending the original coverage. Vehicles must be in excellent condition and have low miles and wear to be certified, which is why off-lease vehicles feed many CPO programs.