13:30-15:24 This is the segment where I was guessing about what the different mpg estimates mean. I now realize that when you set it to the letter A, that is the automatic resetting, meaning that the car decides when that one will start over, and it seems to reset after a few hours of not driving. But you are also free to reset it yourself at any moment while you are on it's screen. When you change it to the letter B, that's the one that you can control when it resets, and I'm guessing you reset it while on the mpg screen. It was a bit confusing, but a fellow Mirage owner helped clear it up for me.

@classic287

11 күн бұрын

Good of you to mention these details. You cleared up how to brighten up the instrument cluster for me too, thanks. Mine was quite dim.

@OklahomaCoasterFan

10 күн бұрын

@@classic287 I also prefer that to be brighter

I work for an auto parts company. We have about 30 Mirages as our parts cars. These things can haul so much cargo, they are so reliable and very good on gas. I'm in northern Canada, so in the winter they are starting in -40c weather regularly. Also, we start the engine at least 20 to 30 times a day, just saying.

@OklahomaCoasterFan

2 ай бұрын

Wow! That is such a great testimonial, and it says so much about the Mirage. It certainly doesn't get that cold where I live, but it's great to hear how well it handles the extreme cold.

@MarquiJohnson

22 күн бұрын

Im in need of a 1995 mitsubishi mirage back windshield can't seems to find one help me someone

@OklahomaCoasterFan

21 күн бұрын

@@MarquiJohnson See if safelite has what you need. Their website can walk you through it, or visit one of their locations.

@MarquiJohnson

20 күн бұрын

Tried no luck​@@OklahomaCoasterFan

@blue_lancer_es

12 күн бұрын

There's a ton of them in Puerto Rico. If you can find someone you trust the shipping m8ght be high ​@@MarquiJohnson

This is a very good review. I wanted a small hatchback myself and bought a '24 Mirage in April. I really love the car both for in town and for longer trips as well.

@OklahomaCoasterFan

Ай бұрын

That's awesome! I have been loving mine as well. I think there are many more people like us out there, but they don't even realize this car exists.

I like that you said favorite instead of best. It reminds me of my sister. Thank you.

@OklahomaCoasterFan

Ай бұрын

You're welcome. I try my best to use "favorite" instead of "best", or qualify that it's best for me personally.

Cvts have gotten a lot better. As long as you change your fluid every 20k-30k, they’ll last till at least 200k

@OklahomaCoasterFan

Ай бұрын

That's great to hear, and that's what I was hoping would be the case. I'm supposed to change the fluid on my non-cvt Fit every 30k too, so that's not new.

@harth05

20 күн бұрын

I see quite a lot of the older versions of these with 500k

Congrats! I have owned 2 Mirages and 1 Mirage G4 in the color of yours (2015 Mirage ES, 2017 Mirage G4 SE, 2021 Mirage SE) and they are good cars and the engine is so simple and basic older tech which makes it great in my opinion. Even the Jatco CVT 7 model in these cars is a pretty good CVT thats more reliable than most as long as you do maintenance. You got a good little car!

@OklahomaCoasterFan

28 күн бұрын

Thank you! Simple, basic older tech is right up my alley. I have been loving the car so far, over 3000 miles in. I have heard that these CVTs do better with the Mirage, maybe because of the smaller engine & lower horsepower. I am loving the feel of the CVT, and that was one thing I wasn't sure if I would like. It's nice to hear that yours were great for you as well.

Ah the sheer beauty of simplicity. Can't imagine the current Mirage will be produced for much longer, cool to see though!

@OklahomaCoasterFan

2 ай бұрын

Unfortunately, I think it is going away. They probably want to also switch over to the more complicated vehicles. That's why I bought one while I could.

@samarafujioma6588

22 күн бұрын

The car is being officially discontinued in the US in 2025, so Mitsubishi can focus more on electric and hybrid cars

@dewdew34

8 күн бұрын

Versa and Mirage one last year ...

Wow! I didn't know you could adjust the brightness! Thanks! I've got a 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage ES, yellow. I got it September 27th, 2023, and have put 19,600 miles on it. It's an awesome car! I was cautious, so I changed the transmission fluid and filters at 15,000 miles. My torque wrench broke, and never clicked, so I stripped a bolt out holding the pan filter in! So now the car rattles at 1,550-1,650 RPM. I noticed it goes away when turning right weirdly. Over the life of the car I've averaged 52.1 MPG. It's been awesome! One recent trip I did was 412 miles, and I averaged 67.6 MPG. It was more rural roads, was able to hypermile the whole thing. Trip B's MPG is the life time of the car, it doesn't reset unless you manually do it. My trip B says I averaged 57 MPG. But in terms of math I averaged 52.1. The forward collision mitigation is a great feature. It has slammed on the brakes once for me, someone came into my lane right next to me, and the car slowed down before I could react. It also slowed down when a deer ran across the road. Didn't know it could do that with a deer, but it did. It has never failed and stopped for no reason. I did have it give an error once when driving in dense fog, it turned off the mitigation. The push button parking brakes in most new cars, although seem weird, they are actually very useable. Sometimes they auto turn on, since people tend to not use the parking brake, so it helps save the parking pole. The manual brakes work too, but if you don't use them for years, then use them, they can end up being frozen, or engaging, and getting stuck on. Not guaranteed to happen. Just 1 downside. The backup camera, to me, seems safer than looking behind. I usually look in the mirrors, make sure nothing is next to me, or behind, then look at the camera. It gets rid of blind spots when backing up, and when parked in the store between 2 cars, you can't see down the isle either way, so without the camera, you just randomly back into traffic hoping no one is there, but with the camera you can see without needing to back out. Also with that USB port, you can plug your phone into there, and get Android, or Apple Carplay. So you get GPS, or you can use Spotify, or KZread Music, and listen to any songs you want, and save them into playlists too. Quite nice! I prefer that to using a USB stick. One thing to note, you can adjust the speakers sound inside the settings. So go to settings, then sound, and you can adjust the balance, bass, treble, and all that. It's pretty neat. The car does have daytime running lights. When you turn the headlights on the 1st click, the running lights are on. You may also notice it lights up the dash when you do that. Then the next click is the headlights. Where did you get the nice trunk mat? I ask as I only have a flimsy peace of carpet in the back. That mat looks much nicer! One thing to note, these transmissions are a bit weak. What I mean is, they can get hot easily in city, or mountain driving. And if you do a lot of that, make sure to change your transmission fluid and filters every roughly 20,000 miles. But if you don't do a lot of city and mountain driving, every 30,000 miles will be fine. Do NOT go 60,000 miles as the book suggests. And for engine oil changes, I do mine every 3,750 miles. But you can likely go 4,000, or 5,000 miles on a change if it's easy miles. I want my car to last, so I change it more.

@OklahomaCoasterFan

2 ай бұрын

I was hoping you would notice my video. I have watched several of yours as well, and I commented under my other account, mattrooker. It's impressive the mpgs you have been able to get with yours. I like the way my Honda Fit does the estimate. It resets when I reset the trip odometer, which it looks like I can do with the Mirage under the B. It was confusing to figure out, but what you said helps put it all together. For me personally, I almost always use the parking brake, so I am happy to have the manual one with the Mirage. I do see times when the forward collision thing can be helpful. It did turn off after a bunch of bug guts got in the way of the camera. I didn't talk about it in the video, but I found how to adjust the sound settings. I'm not tech-savvy at all. I don't know what people are talking about most of the time when they talk about that stuff. I just smile and nod, then I pull out my CDs. I rarely use my phone's data, and I don't have any music subscriptions. I purchase CDs or mp3s, then I organize them in folders. Putting it all on a thumb drive, and keeping it updated, works well for how tech-dumb I am, and it's a great option for others who are like me, and I actually do know plenty. What I meant by daytime running lights was the automatic running lights, which cannot be turned off. I was surprised the Mirage didn't have it, but yes, we can turn it on ourselves. The trunk mat was a part of the cargo essentials package, which you can see at 24:54. It added $250 to the asking price, but all the Mirages on the lot had it. I won't use the net or the bags/storage things, but the trunk mat is nice. I just got back from a weekend trip to Dallas, and I managed around 50mpgs on the trip. It did great on the highways, and I got to take it slower on the back roads. But throughout Dallas, I wondered what the drivers in those high-powered cars and SUVs thought when my weak little Mirage was zipping by them in the left lane at 70mph, while they're over in the right lanes, going 45-50. 1600 miles in now, and I'm really enjoying it. It is a fun car to drive. And I like some of the little additions I've added to it, which I'll probably post a video on. Keep posting your videos as well.

@extralock1045

2 ай бұрын

@@OklahomaCoasterFan Thank you! You are pretty savey, you managed to make a voice over on the video! (: Setting up Android Auto is very easy, just plug your phone in, and it was ask you to set up Android Auto, just press "Yes" or "Accept" a lot, and it will work. Then you got GPS. (: 1,600 Miles! Time for your first break in oil change. How do you like Dallas? I drove through there in a rental 2023 Toyota Camry, found it pretty neat how busy it was.

@OklahomaCoasterFan

2 ай бұрын

@@extralock1045 Dallas is an easy weekend getaway, with Six Flags over Texas. I can also catch a Rangers game. They were playing the Angels this weekend, so my friend in Santa Ana was watching closely. I don't like all the traffic and the traffic jams of Dallas-Ft Worth, but there are so many great things to do there. I am able to figure out tech things, if I'm motivated enough. Although, some youtubers would be shocked at the simple way I put together my videos, even with the voiceovers. I'm sure I do it the long way, but it's also very simple, low-tech, and old-school, just the way I like my cars.

@extralock1045

2 ай бұрын

@@OklahomaCoasterFan Ooo! Santa Ana is very close to me, 8 miles. We both make videos very simple, and that's a nice thing. Sometimes simple is great! (:

@classic287

10 күн бұрын

My Mirage is great. It actually gives a comfortable ride and has plenty of leg room in the back. My phone automatically connects to infotainment center and I can take calls and listen to music I have chosen on Spotify. The trunk is good size too 😊

I enjoyed your review immensely! I couldn't agree more that we're being forced into vehicles we don't want or need. Your car is truly a unicorn! I'm not in the market for a new car, but your video makes me want to snatch one of these up anyway! Thanks for taking the time.

@OklahomaCoasterFan

2 ай бұрын

Thank you! I think there are more of us out there than we realize, but most people have settled for what the industry is telling us we have to buy. But I've always loved unicorns. Rumor is that the Mirage is going away after 2025. If so, we don't know what will replace it. It might be another huge "compact" car with more technology than a space shuttle. If they will be going away, it's worth considering getting one.

@czaz00

2 ай бұрын

Grab one while you can they are being discontinued in the USA in 2025 .. The last of the great ones how sad

I have 2 Mitsubishi Attrage 2020 (Mirage g4 in US) and they are fantastic. What I wanted was reliable, easy to drive, economical and with lots of space and Mirage g4 ticked all the boxes. It will not gonna win any races, or give you any status points, since it is what it is. Reliable, cheap, comfortable and well-equipped basic form of transport

@OklahomaCoasterFan

Ай бұрын

Exactly, and that's all I'm looking for from a car. I never cared about status points. It's great to hear another positive testimony. If I preferred a sedan, I certainly would have bought the G4/Attrage.

Great review, looking forward to your next car review in 20 years 😉

@OklahomaCoasterFan

2 ай бұрын

Thanks! If I take care of what I got, I may never need to buy another car.

Mirage is the best car l ve ever owned

@OklahomaCoasterFan

2 ай бұрын

I didn't think anything could top my 2010 Honda Fit, but the Mirage just might.

great vid-thanks-you covered all the bases

@OklahomaCoasterFan

2 ай бұрын

Thank you! I hope you enjoyed it.

Awesome video. Love it. Thanks for the review. Doug DeMuro hated this car when it launched. I think he still does. Not sure why. Seems like a great budget proposition to me.

@OklahomaCoasterFan

28 күн бұрын

Thank you! I don't think much of Doug DeMuro's approach. He just doesn't understand that different people have different opinions, and that's okay. Not everyone is like me, but for people who think like me and have similar preferences & needs, the Mitsubishi Mirage is an awesome car. Over 3,000 miles in now, and I love it even more.

@williereyeschannel2075

28 күн бұрын

@@OklahomaCoasterFan I agree. Love his content but that wasn’t the best video I’ve seen of his. For that same reason. Awesome. I’ve been wanting one since they came out. Soon I’ll get my hands on one.

@OklahomaCoasterFan

28 күн бұрын

@@williereyeschannel2075 Rumor is that the Mirage will be going away in the next year or 2. We don't yet know what it will be replaced with if it does leave. They could decide to jump on board with the monster cars with tons of complicated technology.

@williereyeschannel2075

28 күн бұрын

@@OklahomaCoasterFan true. I doubt they will give the US an equivalent replacement in a world of SUV’s. Such a shame. That’s the Geo Metro of back in the day. Which I owned and loved for many many years. I had an XFi.

@OklahomaCoasterFan

27 күн бұрын

@@williereyeschannel2075 I just looked up the XFi. That sounded very interesting!

I really enjoyed this review very informative thank you

@OklahomaCoasterFan

10 күн бұрын

You're welcome. Thanks for watching!

Interesting to see for sure! Have to agree that I prefer smaller cars myself, so this will be helpful for sure the next time I start considering a new car!

@OklahomaCoasterFan

2 ай бұрын

It's still early on in my time with it, but so far, I love it. I highly recommend it to anyone who likes small cars, especially if you don't like all the new weird stuff that has been done to most cars lately.

@hanzgruber8676

2 ай бұрын

If you want one hurry they are not being sold in the US after 25

@OklahomaCoasterFan

2 ай бұрын

@@hanzgruber8676 I heard about that. That's why I got one, even though my Saturn wasn't dead yet.

Your video was truly a pleasure to watch! It felt like me talking because our views on cars are so similar! I'm also old school and financially prudent and as such, prefer small affordable fuel efficient cars. I also prefer a physical handbrake and a proper key and yes, I'm also a huge Mirage fan though I don't own one currently. Speaking of a physical key, the 2024 Toyota Corolla LE sedan does come with a proper key but the higher trims don't. One additional pro of buying a new Mirage that you didn't mention was the 2 years of complimentary maintenance included with every new Mirage purchase. That plus the 10 year 100 thousand mile warranty is pretty enticing! New Civics and Corollas also come with 2 years of free maintenance but the Versa doesn't. New Elantras come with 3 years of free maintenance but I don't recommend them for long term reliability Congrats on scoring a great deal on your Mirage! If you had bought your Mirage just a year or two earlier, you would have likely had to pay thousands over MSRP. Even extralock, who purchased his new 2024 Mirage ES around 5 months before you, paid roughly a $1000 more than you. So buying later really helps! I know you're not tech savvy and I get it because I'm not either. However do seriously consider extralock's suggestion about plugging in your phone and using apple CarPlay or Android Auto. Having Navigation/GPS right on the car screen sure is nice! Heck, just 15-20 years ago, that was only available in luxury cars! However if you're rather not, I totally understand I would love to meet you the next time you're in Dallas. Check out your sweet Mirage and buy you a drink or coffee, whatever you prefer. If you're comfortable with that, lemme know!

@OklahomaCoasterFan

2 ай бұрын

It's so great to hear from another like-minded individual. And those are great notes to supplement my video about the key and the maintenance/warranty details, which I only glossed over. I wasn't sure what others provided. I wasn't considering the Elantra, due to well-known issues, as well as no more hatchbacks. I did not know that new cars were going for that much over msrp so recently. Mine was still over msrp in total, after adding on the $1000+ destination, documentation, and the extra supplies. I talked them down some, but I feel I could've gotten them down to 18k total or even less if I played hardball. They could tell that this is what I wanted, and paying for it outright takes away some bargaining power. They now prefer us to take out loans, but I wasn't doing it. With my phone, I don't have unlimited data, so I don't usually turn it on unless I need it. Most people have unlimited, so I know I'm in a small minority there. I use my old-school GPS device when needed, which isn't often. It would be great to meet you sometime. If you have a Six Flags pass, you could join me for some laps on Freeze and Giant. My summers are usually booked, but I'm sure I'll make it back there in the fall.

@sachinnair91

2 ай бұрын

@@OklahomaCoasterFan I don't have a Six Flags pass but I'll happily pay for a day pass. It's so much more fun to go with someone than go alone. Fall sounds good, just lemme know whenever you plan on visiting Ahh the limited data is why you don't use CarPlay/android auto. Makes sense now. Well whatever works for you. You're spot on that the dealerships prefer financing. I also plan on paying cash when I buy a vehicle so I was disappointed to find that out. Also, the destination fee is mandatory so don't feel bad that you paid $1000 for that. It's a pricing trick that the car manufacturer (not dealership) plays to make their cars look cheaper. Oh the 2024 Mirage is only 17k but you need to pay this mandatory destination charge. It's very sneaky of the car makers and they all do it

I feel this car does the job. It’s all you need and less is more. Good warranty. Cheap to own. The only issue I’d have is merging into traffic and keeping up with the viciousness of Tesla drivers on your ass tailgating

@OklahomaCoasterFan

2 ай бұрын

Very true. Fortunately, not too many Tesla drivers in Oklahoma, not that I've noticed. Less is more describes the Mirage perfectly!

@viyau10

2 ай бұрын

@@OklahomaCoasterFan lots of Teslas and Dodge Chargers here in south Florida who think own the road

@palebeachbum

Ай бұрын

@@viyau10 I live in Jacksonville. Here it seems to be any vehicle with dark-tinted windows, especially if it's a black-painted vehicle. Reckless entitled drivers who think they own the road.

@mizzobjectiveone3819

3 күн бұрын

Before you get ready to merge, flip over to D's. That will give you enough power to merge.

@OklahomaCoasterFan

2 күн бұрын

@mizzobjectiveone3819 Thanks. It hasn't come up for me yet, but I'll keep that DS shift in mind for those tight merges when I need more power.

Exactly like my ‘23 Mirage. Same color too. 😊

@OklahomaCoasterFan

2 ай бұрын

Nice! I hope it's been working out well for you.

Currently, I own a 23 SE and love the MPGs on it. The only thing I find odd is where the jack is stored on it. I am somewhat tall, and I always hit my head otherwise because of where the jack is. The car is well built; sadly, it’s no longer being sold in the USA. I agree the government ruins everything and they like we spend a lot on cars

@OklahomaCoasterFan

2 ай бұрын

I also thought that was a strange place to put the jack. Government ties with the car companies in this country have been ruining so many things for the consumer. The Mirage is still available, but rumor has it that 2025 will be its last year. I did this video to encourage others to get it while you can.

@czaz00

2 ай бұрын

@@OklahomaCoasterFan The government tends to ruin a lot of things. This is why we never move forward

This is a great review!!!

@OklahomaCoasterFan

13 күн бұрын

Thank you, and thanks for watching!

Mine mirage has the lane departure. It dont pull the car back on the road. It will make a beeping sound to get your attention

@OklahomaCoasterFan

Ай бұрын

That feature is available on a higher trim level. Depending on what car it is, some will just beep at you, others will try to pull you back into the lane, which is very dangerous. It's good that the Mirage only beeps. I'm still happy to not have that, as I personally find it very distracting.

8:54 Did you ever think about buying 2021-2022 used manual transmission Mirage with lower mileage before you made the purchase? That is what I am currently debating now that I am wanting to buy a mirage.I also heard this is the last year for the Mirage before being discontinued here but not sure if that's 100 percent yet

@OklahomaCoasterFan

Ай бұрын

It wasn't a consideration for me. Even though I'm mostly old-school, I actually dislike manuals. But if I were going to go with a used car, which you have to if you want a manual, I would have gone with a Honda Fit with low miles. Since I don't like manuals, that left me stuck with 10+ yr old Fits to avoid CVT. But a manual would open up newer options, and Fits were made to last forever. The Mirage is still a great option though. I've heard that this or next year will probably be the last for the Mirage, but I don't know if they 100% confirmed it yet. Maybe we can change their minds if sales pick up.

@linarush1393

Ай бұрын

yulp I heard that also

Good, honest review. The last true subcompact economy car sold in the US. Less is more. Simple means long lasting and low long term cost. I bought two Geo Metros. A '96 and a '97. Very similar cars to the Mirage. About 1800 pounds. Long lasting 1L 3 cylinder motors that ran to 185K and 186K miles before the unibodies rotted. On the '97 I could get 51mpg highway. I'm picking up my new mirage this week.

@OklahomaCoasterFan

Ай бұрын

Less is more! It is sad that there aren't more subcompact options in this country. I hope you love your Mirage as much as I love mine. It is very interesting to hear testimony about the Geo Metro. I am intrigued by it, having not known much about it before, but then I heard about the comparisons to the Mirage.

I driving an Saturn ion 2 though the paint faded and chipping idc I just drive around city and work yeah interior falling a part it has 176k have no problems one annoying part with while putting gas I have to give it gas to start and yeah ac compressor is broken

@OklahomaCoasterFan

16 күн бұрын

@HiTechBoy96 Mine with just a few chips and scratches, minimal fading, and doesn't usually need gas to start. But ac compressor broken, interior falling apart, power windows broken. The engine head cracked twice. My dad knew how to change it. 3rd one was the charm, has lasted almost 15 years, and the car still runs well today.

I have a 2023 Mirage G4, White Diamond color. I love it. I'm not a speed demon either, so the power is good enough for me. Just changed the oil myself. Very easy on this car. Only had to put my head under the bumper and I could already reach the drain plug. Same with oil filter. A hole in the splash shield to get filter.

@OklahomaCoasterFan

11 күн бұрын

Same with me, the power is enough. My first oil change is coming up soon. I get the 3 free ones, but it's nice that these are so easy to work on. Not many new cars like that anymore.

@classic287

11 күн бұрын

I don't know why people rag on this car and scare people away from it. Let people make up their own mind. ​@OklahomaCoasterFan

Glad the car is working out for you. This and the Nissan Versa are pretty much the only option for a cheap sedan these days

@OklahomaCoasterFan

2 ай бұрын

So true, and they're the last of the actual small cars, at least in the U.S. The Mirage GT is the sedan version for anyone who would prefer that over a hatchback.

Neat review! The Chevy Spark base model was probably one of the last new cars that had a manual crank window. From my understanding, the base model mirage is supposed to have the wiring and everything else for the fog lights, just not the lights themselves. I have a 23' Mirage SE model.

@OklahomaCoasterFan

21 күн бұрын

Nice! I hope your Mirage has been serving you well. I think you're right about the fog lights. Everything seems set up if I ever wanted to add them in. I can deal with the power windows, even though I would prefer the manual.

@samarafujioma6588

19 күн бұрын

@OklahomaCoasterFan I'm lovin' every second of havin it. I'm just happy to have one of the last true small cars in America before they become an extinct breed. Lol. The Mirage Forums has some posts that go into detail about the foglights, I believe, if you need any extra info on adding them.

@OklahomaCoasterFan

18 күн бұрын

@@samarafujioma6588 I'm not sure if I'll do the foglights, but I need to get more involved in those forums. One of the posts on there was where I found good instructions about removing the back seat-backs. It is sad that us small-car enthusiasts are losing out to the monster-car mob, but I'm glad I got a new Mirage in time.

Great video! I have four of these cars for my driving school - various years with the newest being 2024. I like them because they are the only "old school" car still available. I like the manual hand brake, the real spare tire, the tactile climate control buttons, the steel wheels, the fact that the only things on the screen are the back-up camera and sound system, and the LACK of special, unnecessary features (lane assist, adaptive cruise, auto wipers and headlights, etc.), and a 100,000 mile powertrain warranty. Maintenance is also very simple. New cars are getting ridiculously complicated.

@OklahomaCoasterFan

27 күн бұрын

My thoughts exactly! It sounds like we feel the same way about cars. I haven't needed to do maintenance yet, but it's great to see how straight-forward everything is. It's great to hear that you trust the Mirage for your driving school.

What do you think of Sandusky Cedar point have you been to Cincinnati Kings Island?

@OklahomaCoasterFan

Ай бұрын

I have enjoyed both parks very much. 5 Cedar Point visits: 2014, 2018, 2020, 2021, & 2023. 6 Kings Island visits: 2018, 2 in 2019, 2020, 2021, & 2023. Cedar Point has the best coaster collection anywhere, but that does draw huge lines every single day. But Kings Island has had short lines on weekdays, and the coaster collection is still great, plus they have better entertainment, so Kings Island is by far in a way my favorite of the 2.

Did you ever remove the back seat? For just daily driving I think removing the backseat, spare tire and jack would really help the little engine out and maybe get a bit better gas mileage.

@OklahomaCoasterFan

Ай бұрын

Yes, I removed the seat-backs, but I left the seat. With a few little adjustments, I have it quite flat back there, and I like that it is still a softer surface by leaving the seat. I will always carry a spare tire in any car I drive, even if I stay in town, but it would give a tiny improvement in gas mileage if you removed it. So there is more that can be done that I didn't do, but I'm willing to sacrifice a little in mileage for the car to fit my style and needs better. Here's my video where I walked through the process of turning the Mirage into a mini-camper: kzread.info/dash/bejne/p3lssq2NpNm-kps.html I just got back from a longer trip today, and the car did quite well. It's more powerful than the Honda Fit, and even at 65-70mph with AC going, I calculated about 45mpg. It did even better for the leg where I was on a minor highway with no traffic, going 55-60mph, with the car estimating me at 56mpg. Although, the car has been estimating about 2-3 over what I'm actually getting.

@2:36 You could get a used Toyoda Yaris instead with a "bulletproof" engine for basic motoring just like you prefer.

@OklahomaCoasterFan

2 ай бұрын

I had considered that as well. It is a great option for anyone with similar preferences as mine. If I went used, I probably would've gone for a Honda Fit over Toyota Yaris, but it would depend on what was available.

They are nice i got a 23 last August and have 23k on it if you change the cvt fluid and filter every 30k you can get a long life out of it also it is not the car manufacturers who added all the tech the federal government has mandated most of it and all mirages are pre wired for fog lights thats why it has the switch you can buy some cheap aftermarket ones get a relay and just plug them in the plugs are taped up in the fender

@OklahomaCoasterFan

2 ай бұрын

I have heard about changing the fluid. It has been recommended for my Fit every 30k as well. I know the government is trying to force all that tech on us, which is why I wanted to be proactive and get the Mirage while I could. I almost never use the fog lights in my Fit, so I'll probably leave it alone on my Mirage, but it's nice that it can be added if desired. I hope your Mirage lasts you 200-300k+

I have the same trim, and it is possible to add the fog lights in yourself if you want them, as I did. There was a video I found, and it was quite easy to do actually.

@OklahomaCoasterFan

18 күн бұрын

Thank you! I'm personally not interested in adding in fog lights, but it's a good note for anyone who is.

The official car of: "Your Uber Eats has arrived"

@OklahomaCoasterFan

2 ай бұрын

I didn't think about that, but it does seem like a perfect fit for someone driving all over town like that.

Never had an issue with subaru eyesight and I drive in the state of California where drivers cut you off when you're going 20 over on the right lane. I keep all the safety features on and it has never bothered me, with the exception of a few people who driven my car who tend to not use turn signals and fail to stay in their lane. Then they'll mention to me that the car is annoying.

@OklahomaCoasterFan

2 ай бұрын

Those features don't bother everyone. I'm just not a fan. I guess I would get used to it if I were forced into buying a car with it.

i'm curious why you said steel wheels are better than alloys, since you mentioned it but didn't give a reason.

@OklahomaCoasterFan

2 ай бұрын

It's a long standing debate. Alloy are lighter, giving a very tiny boost in gas mileage. Steel wheels are stronger, able to withstand more, which also protects tires better. My alloy wheels on my Honda Fit have withstood all the potholes and flying rocks that are standard on U.S. roads, but steel wheels are even better. Tires on my Saturn with steel wheels seemed to never wear out, but my Honda Fit with alloy wheels have needed new tires earlier. Alloy wheels do look better, but I have never cared about how "cool" my car looks.

@minidisque

2 ай бұрын

@@OklahomaCoasterFan thanks for your answer. i wasn't thinking about looks either, for me, apart from the lightness, i like alloys because they don't rust. i hadn't heard of them influencing tire wear, but it's interesting to consider. from a fellow small mitsubishi nugget owner, congrats on your purchase!

@OklahomaCoasterFan

2 ай бұрын

@@minidisque Thank you! It could be a coincidence with my tire wear. I don't have to worry too much about rust where I live, but I know that is an issue further north. Enjoy your Mitsubishi

@jonell1425

Ай бұрын

I don't see how this could affect tire wear.

@hdnekemmkkwwkxmxkdkknxnxkd6549

21 күн бұрын

​@@jonell1425 he just making up stuff now

Personally I lost interest in the mirage when they decided to remove the manual transmission option. I drive a 2003 Corolla that has just over 170k miles on it with a traditional 4 speed automatic. I definitely know what you mean when you refer to old school car features like a physical key and being easy to work on. If I could go back and do it again I would have bought a earlier model mirage or chevy spark with the manual transmission brand new. On the used market they are still going for above their original MSRPs. The 10 year/100k warranty is great but I would plan to keep any new car I bought well past that point so it doesn't give me much confidence. If I were to buy something in the subcompact class I would go for the Nissan Versa, yes it wouldn't be ideal for you as it is a sedan rather than a hatch, but I think it would make a worthy replacement for my Corolla, plus by choosing the manual you can bypass all the CVT crap that is so common nowadays. The MSRP is also the same as your Mirage.

@OklahomaCoasterFan

2 ай бұрын

I do think it was a mistake for them to discontinue the standard on the Mirage. The people that this appeals to are old-school people, and they tend to prefer standards. I should have mentioned in the video that standard is no longer available for that reason. I personally prefer automatic, but I wish it weren't a CVT. The Nissan Versa isn't a bad option for you, if they still sell standards. Nissans get criticized, but probably again by car enthusiasts. I have a couple friends that are happy with their Nissans. I plan on keeping my cars as long as possible too. I actually still have the Saturn, over 21 years. I don't need it, but it still runs. I may put some more work into it.

a good old people car. the Nissan versa is cheaper. i like the Hyundai accent 2022 better but it got discontinued

@OklahomaCoasterFan

14 күн бұрын

I have an old soul. Where I live, Nissan Versa does cost more, but all the new-age technology even in their base model is where the Versa lost me. I would be willing to pay more to not have that stuff in my car. Just my personal preference.

I drive a 2014 Fiat Panda. If i would get a Mirage, i will put silicone wiper blades.

¿Habrá versión 2025 ?

@OklahomaCoasterFan

24 күн бұрын

I do not know yet. If it is, it may not be available in some countries that are currently selling them. No lo sé todavía. Si es así, es posible que no esté disponible en algunos países que los venden actualmente.

@josericardooluagonzalez8180

5 күн бұрын

@@OklahomaCoasterFan gracias por responderme ojal si salga un modelo en el 2025 es un auto muy confiable

Why not keep the Honda fit? The difference in gas mileage is negligible in the long run

@OklahomaCoasterFan

2 ай бұрын

I am keeping the Honda Fit. That thing is going to the grave with me. I love it! The Mirage will allow me to not have to put as many miles on the Fit, extending the life of both cars, and not being without a car when one is needing work.

@linarush1393

Ай бұрын

ummm he is 😮

Well I learned some things here as my newest vehicle is about 6 years old now. I didn't know they are removing dip sticks or putting the battery anywhere other than under the hood where it belongs. I don't like all the technology in vehicles these days, just more stuff that'll break. Don't even get me started on the gauges being replaced with a digital screen. I didn't know you could still get a car with an actual key. Enjoy your new ride!

@OklahomaCoasterFan

2 ай бұрын

Thank you. You are so right that all this technology just means more stuff that'll break, then you have to take it to them to fix it, which means more $$$$ for them and less for you. A friend of mine had to remove the front passenger seat entirely to reach the car battery. It is crazy what they've been doing to cars now, and I only touched on some of the more widespread things that have been done. There's so much more. I think this might be the last car maker to offer an option with an actual key. I don't want to be taking a fob onto roller coasters and into waterparks. That's what my door-only key is for. Some cars don't even have a key hole. It's all electronic, so no opening the car door, even from the inside, if you don't have power (dead battery). This Mirage truly was my only new car option.

@whyyousnooping

2 ай бұрын

​@OklahomaCoasterFan so nearly every non luxury manufacturer has at least one vehicle in their fleet do have a true key system available. Ford specifically has approximately 10 vehicles where you are able to get traditional key starting in their lineup

@OklahomaCoasterFan

2 ай бұрын

@@whyyousnooping That's good to know!

120k miles i still average 45-55mpg

@OklahomaCoasterFan

Күн бұрын

That is awesome! I'm looking to do the same

The 5speed would have been a better choice.

@OklahomaCoasterFan

2 ай бұрын

Unfortunately, manual is no longer an option for a new Mirage. I think that was a mistake on their part.

@greeneking77

Ай бұрын

What year did they stop making the manual transmission?

@OklahomaCoasterFan

Ай бұрын

@@greeneking77 It looks like 2022 was the last year for the manual Mirages, so you would have to get it used.

Congratulations on the new wheels! 🛞 How many miles have you put on the Fit, with all those coaster trips? And how many miles are you hoping to get on this new ride?

@OklahomaCoasterFan

2 ай бұрын

My Fit is at 160,000 miles, mostly highway miles, so it should have plenty of life left. It still runs like new. Being able to use the old Saturn (which was over 265K, 200K by me) around town and for short trips helped extend the life of the Fit. That's the purpose I now want the Mirage to serve, but it can also handle some longer trips if I want, which will also help. I'm hoping for 200K from the Mirage, which sounds very possible. In regards to the Fit though, I plan for it to outlive me. 400K-500K+

this, will be gen Z's geo metro. Unappreciated, cheap, unloved, yet the one thing that will keep america moving, no matter the cost.

@OklahomaCoasterFan

5 күн бұрын

I do see the similarities. I'm sure the Geo Metro owners totally loved their cars, just like the current Mirage owners do, but the so-called experts don't like them.

@chaospxl_

5 күн бұрын

@@OklahomaCoasterFan But then again, the Geo was also ridiculed as a cheap box of nothingness, with no real chance in the american market, soon a cult-following developed around them

If Mitsubishi attempted: hard the car component here would be Mazda instead of its spunoff self that should have been a different name. America would know more of them than a quality turbo crate name, which I still expect Honda to blame them for as than 1.5L woes by smear". The company is stopping its sale soon. It has zero interest in quality parts past warranty and legal requirements to make them. Can they? Try it. I've gotten lucky and play numbers for personal use. First time gaming it fails, prepare to calm your tones your next break and pick someone who deserves the ride you got solid and sorted.

@jonell1425

Ай бұрын

Ummm, what??

@philbenson6041

Ай бұрын

Dude....none of that made any sense at all

Ah yes, the deadliest car in America is the car most Americans can afford. What a time to be alive.