Hyundai Elantra vs. Mitsubishi Mirage
In comparing the Hyundai Elantra to the Mitsubishi Mirage, the Hyundai Elantra has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, overall quality score and base engine power. The Mitsubishi Mirage has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai Elantra versus the Mitsubishi Mirage, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Hyundai Elantra versus Mitsubishi Mirage Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Hyundai Elantra ranges from $16,418 to $23,988 while a used Mitsubishi Mirage from the same model year range is priced between $12,798 to $18,987. For a new model, the Hyundai Elantra's price is between $20,777 and $27,061, with the Mitsubishi Mirage priced between $14,687 and $20,358.
Hyundai Elantra versus Mitsubishi Mirage Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai Elantra is 7.9 out of 10 while the Mitsubishi Mirage's quality rating is 7.7 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai Elantra being ranked 16 out of 51 Best Small Cars and the Mitsubishi Mirage being ranked 20 out of 51.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Hyundai Elantra’s base engine makes 147 horsepower, and the Mitsubishi Mirage base engine makes 76 horsepower. The Elantra is rated to deliver an average of 37 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 521 miles. The Mirage is rated to deliver an average of 36 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 377 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Mitsubishi Mirage, a subcompact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more trunk space. The Hyundai Elantra, a compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$20,777 - $27,061
Used Asking Price:
$16,418 - $23,988
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
41.1%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$14,687 - $20,358
Used Asking Price:
$12,798 - $18,987
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
41.3%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.7 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
10 out of / 51Ranking
11 out of / 51Ranking
16 out of / 51Ranking
31 out of / 51iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 51Ranking
19 out of / 51Ranking
20 out of / 51Ranking
33 out of / 51Summary Review
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Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
Limited, N Line, SE, SEL
Trim Levels
Black Edition, SE, LE, ES
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 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):
4.04 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
132 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
76 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
74 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.037 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
33 / 42 / 37
Range (city/hwy):
409 / 521 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
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Cargo Space:
14.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51 inches
Cargo Space:
17.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
103.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2725 lbs
Width:
71.9 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
184.1 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2040 lbs
Width:
65.6 inches
Height:
59.4 inches
Length:
151.4 inches
Wheelbase:
96.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
195/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
14.0 x 4.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
165/65R14
