2018 FIAT 500 vs. 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage
In comparing the 2018 FIAT 500's and the 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage's specifications and ratings, the 2018 FIAT 500 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, resale value and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2018 FIAT 500's and the 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage is a better car than the 2018 FIAT 500.
2018 FIAT 500 vs. 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage Pricing
A used 2018 FIAT 500 ranges from $11,512 to $21,107 while a used 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage is priced between $7,991 to $15,997.
2018 FIAT 500 vs. 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 FIAT 500 loses 43.4 percent of its value and the 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage loses 41.3 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage retains 2.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 FIAT 500.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 FIAT 500’s base engine makes 135 horsepower, and the 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage base engine makes 78 horsepower. The 500 is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 347 miles. The Mirage is rated to deliver an average of 36 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 377 miles. This gives the 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2018 FIAT 500. The 500 uses premium unleaded, and the Mirage uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are subcompact cars, the 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
11512 - 21107
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.433851
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
7991 - 15997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.412887
FIAT 500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mitsubishi Mirage Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.902446 / 10
Reliability:
7.907337 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
FIAT 500 Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 17Ranking
5 out of / 28Ranking
5 out of / 17Ranking
7 out of / 17Ranking
10 out of / 43Ranking
11 out of / 43Ranking
12 out of / 28Ranking
13 out of / 28Ranking
13 out of / 17Ranking
19 out of / 28Ranking
23 out of / 43Ranking
24 out of / 43Mitsubishi Mirage Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 43Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
1 out of / 12Ranking
2 out of / 24Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 17Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 43Ranking
7 out of / 28Ranking
7 out of / 17Ranking
8 out of / 17Ranking
8 out of / 17Ranking
9 out of / 28Ranking
10 out of / 28Ranking
12 out of / 43Ranking
12 out of / 28Ranking
13 out of / 18Ranking
13 out of / 17Ranking
15 out of / 28Ranking
17 out of / 43Ranking
17 out of / 17Ranking
18 out of / 43Ranking
20 out of / 43Ranking
23 out of / 43Ranking
26 out of / 43Ranking
28 out of / 28Ranking
42 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 FIAT 500 Trim Levels
Abarth, Lounge, Pop, Retro
2018 Mitsubishi Mirage Trim Levels
ES, GT, SE
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
135 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
150 foot-lbs @ 2400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
78 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
74 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.039 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 33 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
294 / 347 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
3
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
33 / 41 / 36
Range (city/hwy):
304 / 377 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
49.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
46.4 inches
Cargo Space:
9.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
84.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51 inches
Cargo Space:
17.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
103.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2505 lbs
Width:
73.5 inches
Height:
59.8 inches
Length:
144.4 inches
Wheelbase:
90.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2018 lbs
Width:
65.6 inches
Height:
59.4 inches
Length:
149.4 inches
Wheelbase:
96.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P195/45R16XL
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
14.0 x 4.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
165/65R14