2023 chevrolet spark vs 2023 mitsubishi mirage

Even the cheapest cars have gotten more expensive. The 2023 Mitsubishi Mirage hatchback and Mirage G4 sedan ditch the less expensive 5-speed manual transmission in favor of a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) that costs more. The price of the budget car goes up $1,600 as a result, Mitsubishi disclosed on Wednesday. 

The 2023 Mirage hatch costs $17,290, including a destination fee of $1,045. The outgoing base 2022 Mirage with the manual cost $15,690. The 2023 Mirage G4 subcompact costs $18,290, and also experiences an increase of $1,600 from last year's base G4 due to the new standard CVT. The 2023 base ES with the CVT represents an increase of only $250 from last year.  

Not only does that make the manual transmission more endangered, it also forecasts an end of budget cars costing less than $20,000. With the Chevy Spark discontinued for 2023, the Mirage and the Nissan Versa vie for the title of least expensive new car for sale today. Pricing and feature set for the 2023 Nissan Versa hasn't been announced yet but it may undercut the Mirage since it no longer came with a manual transmission. 

Mitsubishi's not quitting the Mirage. A special edition Ralliart model honoring the brand's rally car wins will be offered early in 2023, with rally-inspired body graphics and white paint with a contrasting black roof. It'll be offered on the hatchback only.

For the budget conscious, the Mirage offers an exceptionally low cost of ownership with an EPA estimated fuel economy that reaches 39 mpg combined. It's also backed by Mitsubishi's 5-year/60,000-mile basic warranty that includes roadside assistance.

The 2023 Mirage hatch and Mirage G4 sedan go on sale later this year. 

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Overview

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down

Photos

Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Weight and Towing

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year

Fuel Tank

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Space

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Wheels

Suspension

Tires

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

• Starlight Silver Metallic

Optional Exterior Colors

Standard Interior Materials

• Jet Black/Dark Anderson Silver Metallic, Cloth seat trim

• Black, Fabric Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

Interior Trim

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls

Safety

Safety Features

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating

Airbags

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Drivetrain Note

Qualified Fleet Purchases: 5 Years/100,000 Miles

Roadside Assistance Note

Qualified Fleet Purchases: 5 Years/100,000 Miles

Roadside Assistance

5 Years / Unlimited Miles

Warranty Note

Preliminary 2022 Warranty

If you're in the market for a subcompact and don't want to pay big $ for a Mini; this is the car for you. Even the basic model has a lot of bells and whistles; OnStar, good A/C, great stereo, front and side airbags for driver an passenger, smooth styling inside and out, full diagnostics, room in the trunk, even more if you fold down the rear seats, ample room in the front seats (I'm 6'0 tall and have no problems). The only thing I miss with the base model is auto-lock and windows, but I adjusted quickly. Keep in mind that this IS a subcompact; the rear seats are not designed for humans over the age of 5 so it's not really a family car. Small gas tank, so if you have a high mileage commute expect to visit the gas station a few times a week. Does well in ice and snow with a manual.

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