Kia Rio vs. Mitsubishi Mirage G4
When comparing the Kia Rio to the Mitsubishi Mirage G4, the Kia Rio has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, overall quality score and base engine power. The Mitsubishi Mirage G4 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Kia Rio versus the Mitsubishi Mirage G4, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Kia Rio versus Mitsubishi Mirage G4 Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Kia Rio ranges from $14,479 to $20,445 while a used Mitsubishi Mirage G4 from the same model year range is priced between $11,495 to $18,016. For a new model, the Kia Rio's price is between $17,543 and $22,980, with the Mitsubishi Mirage G4 priced between $17,900 and $22,026.
Kia Rio versus Mitsubishi Mirage G4 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Kia Rio is 8.0 out of 10 while the Mitsubishi Mirage G4's quality rating is 7.4 out of 10. This results in the Kia Rio being ranked 14 out of 51 Best Small Cars and the Mitsubishi Mirage G4 being ranked 25 out of 51.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Kia Rio’s base engine makes 120 horsepower, and the Mitsubishi Mirage G4 base engine makes 76 horsepower. The Rio is rated to deliver an average of 36 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 488 miles. The Mirage G4 is rated to deliver an average of 37 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 377 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Mitsubishi Mirage G4, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more and rear leg room. The Kia Rio, a subcompact car, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and trunk space. The Kia Rio and Mitsubishi Mirage G4 are comparable in regards to front head room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$17,543 - $22,980
Used Asking Price:
$14,479 - $20,445
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
38.6%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$17,900 - $22,026
Used Asking Price:
$11,495 - $18,016
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
42.9%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.4 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 51Ranking
7 out of / 12Ranking
8 out of / 51Ranking
14 out of / 51iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 51Ranking
22 out of / 51Ranking
25 out of / 51Summary Review
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Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
LX, S
Trim Levels
LE, ES, SE, Black Edition
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
10 years / 100000 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
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
120 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
112 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.043 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
76 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
74 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.035 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 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 / 41 / 36
Range (city/hwy):
393 / 488 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
3
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
35 / 41 / 37
Range (city/hwy):
322 / 377 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
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:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
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:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.3 inches
Cargo Space:
13.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
89.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.2 inches
Cargo Space:
12.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
101.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2767 lbs
Width:
67.9 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
172.6 inches
Wheelbase:
101.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2172 lbs
Width:
65.7 inches
Height:
59.2 inches
Length:
169.5 inches
Wheelbase:
100.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 5.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P185/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
14.0 x 4.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
165/65R14
