Mitsubishi has introduced the facelifted Mirage in America. Available as a sedan and hatchback, the 2021 Mirage features an all-new front fascia with a Dynamic Shield grille. The model has also been equipped with new headlights and sportier air intakes.
The styling changes are less noticeable
out back, but include a new rear bumper and restyled taillights. The model also
sports a revised color palette that now includes White Diamond and Sand Yellow.
Buyers looking for something more unique can opt for the new Carbonite Edition.
It’s distinguished by red and carbon-effect accents.
Moving into the cabin, drivers will find
an upgraded interior that comes standard with a 7-inch infotainment system with
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility. The 2021 Mirage also gains new
soft-touch accents, redesigned arm rests and window switches with a “sporty
carbon fiber effect.”
Speaking of upgrades, the Mirage now comes
standard with a forward collision mitigation system with pedestrian detection.
The range-topping SE variant goes even further as it adds automatic high beam
headlights and a lane departure warning system.
Power comes from a familiar 1.2-liter
three-cylinder engine that produces 78 hp and 100 Nm of torque. It can be connected to either a five-speed manual or an optional
continuously variable transmission. While engine is anemic, the Mirage is the
“most fuel efficient gasoline-powered non-hybrid vehicle” in America as it
returns 36 mpg city, 43 mpg highway and 39 mpg combined when equipped with the
CVT.
Pricing starts at US$ 14,295 for the
hatchback and US$ 15,295 for the sedan. That’s US$ 300 more than last year’s model,
but it excludes a destination and handling charge of US$ 1,095 (US$ 1,220 in Alaska
and Hawaii).
