Mitsubishi Mirage G4

The Mitsubishi Mirage G4 is a subcompact sedan that’s basically similar to the Mirage hatchback. The only exception is that this one has a spacious trunk to store more stuff. Nevertheless, it’s a highly useful trait that most practical Filipino consumers require in a daily driver. The Mirage G4 is powered by a thrifty 1.2-liter, Inline-3 cylinder engine mated to a 5-speed manual or CVT. It has a price range of ₱769,000 - 929,000 and four attractive colors to choose from. The Mirage G4 continues to be a strong contender in its segment due to its budget friendly price range and low maintenance cost.

Launch

Locally manufactured in Mitsubishi’s Santa Rosa Plant, the sixth-generation Mirage G4 was launched in 2013. The 4-door subcompact came in two body types, hatchback and sedan. Power came from a 1.2-liter naturally aspirated gasoline engine with a CVT or a 5-speed manual transmission. Back then, the Mirage G4 also came with a 2-DIN touchscreen head unit which wasn’t available before on an entry level subcompact.

The latest update of the Mirage G4 came about in 2021 as Mitsubishi integrated its signature dynamic shield design language. The result is an all-new look for the Mirage G4 with a redesigned front fascia, new fenders, bumpers, hood, headlights, and tail lights as well. Other changes to the Mirage G4 are the addition of a 7-inch infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, updated upholstery and instrument cluster.

Price and Variant

2022 Mitsubishi Mirage G4 price in the Philippines starts at ₱769,000. Check out the 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage G4 price list in the Philippines. Also, get the best price by requesting quotes from authorised Mitsubishi dealerships.

The exterior of 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage G4 now adopts Mitsubishi's new design language that's also evident on its entire vehicle line-up. Most notably up front with the unmistakable chrome strips that adorn the bumper with redesigned headlamps and grille. Most Mirage G4 variants also get integrated fog lamps. While the sculpted sides of the body remains the same, the rear bumper got revisions along with matching new tail lights. Finishing off the update is a new set of 15-inch alloy wheels. The Mitsubishi Mirage G4 comes in the following colors: Red Metallic, Cool Silver Metallic, Titanium Gray Metallic, and Solid White which is exclusive for CVT variants.

Dimensions of 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage G4

The interior of the 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage G4 still retains its spacious interior, including the 351 liters worth of trunk space. However, the seats get an upgrade with a new fabric design. Changes have also been made to the instrument cluster with new illumination for improved visibility. In addition to the Carbon fiber like inserts, the gauge cluster comes with an integrated multi-information display monitor. There’s an automatic climate control and a new 7-inch infotainment system featuring Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capabilities has been added as well.

Safety Features

Mitsubishi made sure the Mirage G4 comes loaded with the latest safety features available. This begins with Mitsubishi’s patented safety body construction system called Reinforced Impact Safety Evolution, otherwise known as RISE. This technology incorporates energy absorption into the front, back, and sides in the event of a collision, greatly improving passenger protection. Standard safety features on the Mirage G4 include, front and rear seatbelts, dual front airbags, an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), driver and passenger seatbelts, and a Brake Override System (BOS). The top spec comes with electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD) and ISOFIX child anchors as an added feature.

Infotainment Features

Included in the latest 2022 Mirage G4 update is a 7-inch infotainment system that comes with Smart Phone Link Display Audio (SDA) as standard for all variants. It also has a radio tuner, Bluetooth, and USB port connectivity. Not to mention Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capabilities. A 4-speaker audio system come standard on GLS variants, while the GLX models only have a 2-speaker audio system.

The 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage G4 comes with a thrifty 1.2-liter, 3-cylinder, gasoline engine with Mitsubishi’s Innovative Valve-timing Electronic Control System (MIVEC). This naturally aspirated engine produces 76 hp and 100 Nm of torque. Transmission options are either a 5-speed manual transmission or a CVT.

Fuel consumption

According to Mitsubishi, the fuel consumption of Mirage G4 is capable of yielding 20 km/L in terms of fuel efficiency. This is largely due to its lightweight and aerodynamic design which helps it squeeze the most out of every liter of fuel. As per the EPA, with the optional CVT, the Mirage G4 renders 35/41 mpg city/highway. However, for the standard manual transmission, its fuel economy drops to 33/40 mpg.

Powertrain of the 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage G4

Suspension and Brakes

The Mirage G4 uses MacPherson struts with coil springs and stabilizer bars for the front suspension. The rear suspension system uses a torsion beam with coil springs and shock absorbers. Ground clearance is rated at 170mm with a tight turning radius of 4.8 meters. The updated Mirage G4 also comes with new 15-inch alloy wheels shod with 185/55 sized tires. Not only does this make the Mirage G4 look great, but also helps improve its overall ride and handling.  As for the brakes, 14-inch ventilated discs are mounted up front with 8-inch leading and trailing drums in the rear.

Overall, the 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage G4 is an ideal car for buyers that are looking for a fuel efficient subcompact. Something that would be mainly used for daily city driving. It possesses a great looking exterior and comes loaded with all sorts of tech and safety features. This makes it a great value for money. More importantly, the price ranges across all variants are affordable, making it budget friendly. What’s more, Mitsubishi assures a low-cost maintenance on already reliable car.