Mitsubishi Motors Philippines is fielding the Mirage in the subcompact hatchback category. From the original lineup of four variants across two trim levels, the Mirage currently has a single GLX trim, available with either a 5-speed manual gearbox or a continuously variable transmission. Both route power to the front wheels from a 1.2-liter 3A92 3-cylinder gasoline engine with MIVEC technology.
The Mirage measures 3,795mm long, 1,665mm wide, and 1,500mm high, on a wheelbase of 2,450mm. Mitsubishi Mirage prices in the Philippines range between Php 704,000 and Php 765,00. Customers can avail of the GLX manual variant for as low as Php 8,485 with a 50-percent downpayment and 60-month loan contract. Among the Mirage’s competitors are the Toyota Wigo, Honda Brio, Suzuki Swift, Suzuki Celerio, Kia Picanto, and the Chevrolet Spark.
Launch
The Philippine-spec Mitsubishi Mirage hatchback was introduced locally back in 2013. The Japanese brand manufactures the said model locally in its very own plant located at Sta. Rosa, Laguna. As for the Mirage nameplate itself, it can be traced as far back as 1978. Of note, the current Mirage is a facelift of the sixth-generation Mirage, which was launched globally in 2012.
Conquer the city, with the small and very maneuverable Mitsubishi Mirage hatchback
Mitsubishi Mirage Exterior
On the outside, the Mirage hatchback for the Philippine market is sized to compete against other city cars available in the modern market. Exterior features for both variants include halogen headlamps, halogen tailights, and a set of 14-inch alloy wheels. The top-spec GLX 1.2 CVT variant also comes with front fog lamps, and rear spoiler.
Mitsubishi Mirage Interior
As a whole, the interior of the Philippine-Mirage is given a black theme. Most of the dashboard and interior door cards are made out of sturdy plastic, and the its seats are clad in fabric. To keep its occupants comfortable, the Mitsubishi-made hatch comes standard with a manual air-conditioning system. For the driver, the Mirage's steering wheel is also covered in urethane, and it can be adjusted via tilt.
Technology & Safety Features
Positioned on the dash of the Philippine-spec Mirage is a 6.75-Inch Multimedia Touchscreen. This screen is capable of connecting to smartphones via Bluetooth, USB, or Aux-in. It can also connect to an iPod. Sound is then handled by a two-piece speaker system.
For the driver, the Mirage Philippines features a turn-key iginition switch, a digital trip computer, and an analog gauge cluster.
Mitsubishi Mirage Platform & Chassis
The Mitsubishi Mirage for the Philippines is a five-seater, five-door model. It also has a front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout. At most, the CVT version of the model weight in at 1,310 kg. The manual version is a bit lighter at 1,280 kg.
In terms of suspension, the Mitsubishi-made hatchback uses a MacPherson strut front suspension, and a torsion beam type rear suspension. Braking is handled by a drum brake for the rear, and ventilated discs for the front. It also uses a manual, hand-operated handbrake.
Size-wise, both variants of the Mirage in the Philippines has a length of 3,795mm, a width of 1,665 mm, and a height of 1,500 mm. It also has a ground clearance of 160mm.
Mitsubishi Mirage Engine & Drivetrain
Under the hood, both trims of the Philippine-spec Mitsubishi Mirage uses a 1.2-liter inline-3 DOHC MIVEC gasoline engine. The said engine can produce up to 77 horsepower and 100 Nm of torque. Power is sent to the front wheels via a five-speed manual, or a CVT.
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