Mitsubishi Mirage vs. Chevrolet Malibu
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Mitsubishi Mirage and Chevrolet Malibu 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 Mitsubishi Mirage and the Chevrolet Malibu.
When we compare the Mitsubishi Mirage's and the Chevrolet Malibu's specifications and ratings, the Mitsubishi Mirage has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Chevrolet Malibu has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mitsubishi Mirage's and the Chevrolet Malibu's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Mitsubishi Mirage’s base engine makes 111 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Malibu base engine makes 170 horsepower. The Mirage is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 396 miles. The Malibu is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 364 miles. This gives the Mitsubishi Mirage the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Chevrolet Malibu. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings: The Chevrolet Malibu has an average safety rating of 4.30 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
$14,147
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
$17,735
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Cars)
$17,741
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Cars)
$15,494 - $21,975
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$4,393
Price Range:
$1,866 - $6,919
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Cars)
$4,528
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Cars)
$4,061 - $4,953
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
9
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
116,896
# Good or Great Deals:
2
Mitsubishi Mirage Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Malibu Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mitsubishi Mirage
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Malibu
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.1
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
2.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
1.3 - 9.7
Mitsubishi Mirage Rankings
Not yet available
Chevrolet Malibu Rankings
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13 out of / 13Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mitsubishi Mirage Trim Levels
Not yet available
Chevrolet Malibu Trim Levels
Base, LS
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.30 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
111 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
116 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
170 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
190 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 33 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
288 / 396 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.1 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
252 / 364 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2437 lbs
Width:
66.5 inches
Height:
53.5 inches
Length:
173.6 inches
Wheelbase:
98.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3051 lbs
Width:
69.4 inches
Height:
56.4 inches
Length:
190.4 inches
Wheelbase:
107 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
14.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P175/65R14
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/60R15
Exterior Colors
Black
Labrador Black Pearl
Blue
Royal Blue Pearl
Green
New Zealand Green Pearl
Red
Phoenix Red / Rio Red Pearl
Silver
Munich Silver Metallic
White
Innsbruck White
Brown
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Navy Blue Metallic
Green
Dark Jade Green Metallic
Red
Monterey Maroon Metallic
Silver
Galaxy Silver Metallic
White
Bright White
Brown
Light Driftwood Metallic / Medium Bronzemist Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Tan
Gray
Gray
Interior Colors
Beige
Neutral
Gray
Gray
