
2020 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2020 Chevrolet Spark and 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2020 Chevrolet Spark and the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage.
In comparing the 2020 Chevrolet Spark's and the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Chevrolet Spark has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Chevrolet Spark's and the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage is a better car than the 2020 Chevrolet Spark.
Pricing: A used 2020 Chevrolet Spark ranges from $7,895 to $16,022 while a used 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage is priced between $6,997 to $15,224.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Chevrolet Spark loses 37.1 percent of its value and the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage loses 39.3 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Chevrolet Spark retains 2.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2020 Chevrolet Spark’s base engine makes 98 horsepower, and the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage base engine makes 78 horsepower. The Spark is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 342 miles. The Mirage is rated to deliver an average of 36 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 377 miles. This gives the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2020 Chevrolet Spark. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are subcompact cars, the 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2020 Chevrolet Spark and 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage are comparable in regards to front leg room.
Safety Ratings: The 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
13400
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact Cars)
18259
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
13400 - 30900
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
13995
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact Cars)
18259
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
13400 - 30900
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
12219
Price Range:
7895 - 16022
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact Cars)
15580
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
11319 - 23573
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
165
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
65336
# Good or Great Deals:
85
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
11319
Price Range:
6997 - 15224
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact Cars)
15580
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
11319 - 23573
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
47
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
60167
# Good or Great Deals:
16
Chevrolet Spark Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mitsubishi Mirage Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
7.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 Chevrolet Spark
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
8.2
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact Cars)
5.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
2.7 - 11.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.096
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
6.0
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact Cars)
5.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
2.7 - 11.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.019
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9977831338222387
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
1.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
1.0 - 8.9
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.2290041706210755
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
1.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
1.0 - 8.9
Chevrolet Spark Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
8 out of / 17Ranking
10 out of / 37Ranking
10 out of / 37Ranking
11 out of / 37Ranking
13 out of / 37Ranking
14 out of / 37Ranking
16 out of / 37Ranking
24 out of / 37Ranking
35 out of / 37Mitsubishi Mirage Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 22Ranking
2 out of / 37Ranking
5 out of / 37Ranking
12 out of / 37Ranking
15 out of / 37Ranking
19 out of / 37Ranking
22 out of / 37Ranking
28 out of / 37Ranking
36 out of / 37Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 Chevrolet Spark Trim Levels
1LT CVT, 1LT Manual, 2LT CVT, 2LT Manual, ACTIV CVT, ACTIV Manual, LS CVT, LS Manual
2020 Mitsubishi Mirage Trim Levels
ES, GT, LE, SE
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
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
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
98 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
94 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
78 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
74 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.038 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):
29 / 38 / 33
Range (city/hwy):
261 / 342 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular 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
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
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 Features
Backup camera:
Standard
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:
39 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
50.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49.8 inches
Cargo Space:
11.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
94.1 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:
2246 lbs
Width:
62.8 inches
Height:
58.4 inches
Length:
143.1 inches
Wheelbase:
93.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2029 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:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P185/55R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
14.0 x 4.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
165/65R14
Exterior Colors
Black
Mosaic Black Metallic
Blue
Caribbean Blue Metallic
Gray
Nightfall Gray Metallic / Toasted Marshmallow Metallic
Orange
Orange Burst Metallic
Purple
Passion Fruit Metallic
Red
Raspberry Metallic / Red Hot
Silver
Silver Ice Metallic
White
Summit White
Exterior Colors
Black
Mystic Black Metallic
Blue
Sapphire Blue Metallic
Gray
Mercury Gray Metallic
Orange
Sunrise Orange Metallic
Purple
Not available
Red
Infrared Metallic / Wine Red Metallic
Silver
Starlight Silver Metallic
White
Pearl White
Interior Colors
Black
Jet Black
Interior Colors
Black
Black

