Mitsubishi Mirage G4 vs. Volkswagen Jetta
When comparing the Mitsubishi Mirage G4's and the Volkswagen Jetta's specifications and ratings, the Mitsubishi Mirage G4 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 fuel efficiency, resale value and interior volume. The Volkswagen Jetta has the advantage in the areas of reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mitsubishi Mirage G4's and the Volkswagen Jetta's specifications and ratings, the Mitsubishi Mirage G4 is a better car than the Volkswagen Jetta.
Mitsubishi Mirage G4 vs. Volkswagen Jetta Pricing
A used 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage G4 ranges from $15,999 to $23,495 while a used 2024 Volkswagen Jetta is priced between $22,019 to $30,297. For a new model, the Mitsubishi Mirage G4's price is between $18,005 and $23,551, with the Volkswagen Jetta priced between $23,075 and $30,778.
Mitsubishi Mirage G4 vs. Volkswagen Jetta Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Mitsubishi Mirage G4 loses 42.9 percent of its value and the Volkswagen Jetta loses 43.2 percent of its value. This means the Mitsubishi Mirage G4 retains 0.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Volkswagen Jetta.
Mitsubishi Mirage G4 vs. Volkswagen Jetta Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mitsubishi Mirage G4 is 7.4 out of 10 while the Volkswagen Jetta's quality rating is 8.6 out of 10. This results in the Mitsubishi Mirage G4 being ranked 17 out of 26 Best Compact Cars and the Volkswagen Jetta being ranked 9 out of 26. Out of 43 Best Small Cars, the Mitsubishi Mirage G4 is ranked 26 and the Volkswagen Jetta is ranked 11.
Mitsubishi Mirage G4 vs. Volkswagen Jetta Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mitsubishi Mirage G4 is 7.1 out of 10. For the Volkswagen Jetta the reliability rating is 8.2 out of 10. This gives the Volkswagen Jetta an advantage in reliability compared to the Mitsubishi Mirage G4.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mitsubishi Mirage G4’s base engine makes 78 horsepower, and the Volkswagen Jetta base engine makes 158 horsepower. The Mirage G4 is rated to deliver an average of 37 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 377 miles. The Jetta is rated to deliver an average of 34 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 554 miles.This gives the Mitsubishi Mirage G4 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Volkswagen Jetta the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the Mitsubishi Mirage G4 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room and front leg room. The Volkswagen Jetta has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Volkswagen Jetta has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
18005 - 23551
Used Asking Price:
15999 - 23495
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.42902
Pricing
New Asking Price:
23075 - 30778
Used Asking Price:
22019 - 30297
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.43236
Mitsubishi Mirage G4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.4 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Volkswagen Jetta Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.584823 / 10
Reliability:
8.15447 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mitsubishi Mirage G4 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 18Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
5 out of / 24Ranking
10 out of / 12Ranking
11 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 18Ranking
17 out of / 26Ranking
21 out of / 43Ranking
22 out of / 43Ranking
22 out of / 26Ranking
25 out of / 43Ranking
26 out of / 43Ranking
26 out of / 26Ranking
39 out of / 43Ranking
43 out of / 43Volkswagen Jetta Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 18Ranking
8 out of / 12Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 43Ranking
11 out of / 43Ranking
11 out of / 43Ranking
11 out of / 43Ranking
15 out of / 26Ranking
20 out of / 26Ranking
21 out of / 26Ranking
21 out of / 26Ranking
24 out of / 43Ranking
30 out of / 43Ranking
34 out of / 43Ranking
38 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mitsubishi Mirage G4 Trim Levels
Black Edition, ES, LE, SE
Volkswagen Jetta Trim Levels
S, SE, SEL, Sport
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:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
78 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
74 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.036 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
158 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 1750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 42 / 34
Range (city/hwy):
383 / 554 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Cargo Space:
14.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
94.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2161 lbs
Width:
65.7 inches
Height:
59.2 inches
Length:
169.5 inches
Wheelbase:
100.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2895 lbs
Width:
80.2 inches
Height:
57.7 inches
Length:
186.5 inches
Wheelbase:
105.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
14.0 x 5.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
165/65R14
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
P205/60R16