“Test drive it on the freeway or somewhere allowing 55+mph and experience high winds. Car is too light or something and is easily pushed around making you scared to drive in higher speeds.”
2022 Mitsubishi Mirage: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage is a light-update year, led by the return of the appearance-focused Black Edition. The underlying car carries over without engine, transmission, platform, or major infotainment changes.
About the 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage
Fifth generation Mirage/Mirage G4, introduced for the 2014 U.S. model year; 2022 is the second year after the 2021 styling and safety update.
Mitsubishi positions the Mirage and Mirage G4 as small-footprint city cars built around easy parking, strong fuel economy, and simple everyday usefulness. The hatchback leans into cargo flexibility, while the G4 sedan offers a traditional trunk without changing the basic mission. What sets the model apart is its combination of very low fuel use, standard phone-friendly infotainment, and core active-safety features in a very small, easy-to-drive package.
The 2022 Mirage ranges from the straightforward ES to the comfort-focused SE, with the LE adding modest visual polish in between. The Black Edition stands out with black 15-inch wheels, dark exterior trim, and red cabin accents, while the SE adds heated front seats, lane departure warning, LED headlights, and push-button start.
What changed, by category
Styling
The Black Edition joins the lineup with black wheels and exterior trim, red grille accents, and red interior stitching. It replaces the outgoing Carbonite Edition in the trim range.
Safety
SE and Black Edition trims gain automatic headlights and rain-sensing wipers. There is no new safety hardware across the full lineup.
Tech
Every trim gains a passenger-side vanity mirror plus welcome and coming-home lighting, which keeps the exterior lights on briefly when approaching or leaving the car.
2022 Mitsubishi Mirage specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3-Cyl, 1.2 Liter | 3-Cyl, 1.2 Liter | 3-Cyl, 1.2 Liter | 3-Cyl, 1.2 Liter |
| Transmission | Manual, 5-Spd | Automatic, CVT | Automatic, CVT | Automatic, CVT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 33 mpg | 35–36 mpg | 35–36 mpg | 35–36 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 40–41 mpg | 41–43 mpg | 41–43 mpg | 41–43 mpg |
| Horsepower | 78 hp | 78 hp | 78 hp | 78 hp |
| Torque | 74 lb-ft | 74 lb-ft | 74 lb-ft | 74 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 12.6–47 cu-ft | 12.6–47 cu-ft | 12.6–47 cu-ft | 12.6–47 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 34.2–37.3 in | 34.2–37.3 in | 34.2–37.3 in | 34.2–37.3 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Automatic Headlights | ||||
| Automatic High Beams | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage?
The biggest change is the return of the Black Edition. It adds black wheels and exterior details, red grille and cabin accents, automatic headlights, and rain-sensing wipers, but no extra engine power.
Did the 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage change mechanically from 2021?
No, the 2022 Mirage has no major mechanical changes from 2021. Its 1.2-liter three-cylinder engine, front-wheel-drive layout, transmission offerings, and platform carry over.
What features were added to every 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage trim?
Every 2022 Mirage gains a passenger-side vanity mirror and welcome and coming-home lighting. The lighting keeps the exterior lights on briefly as the driver approaches or leaves the car.
Which 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage trims have automatic headlights and rain-sensing wipers?
The 2022 Mirage SE and Black Edition have automatic headlights and rain-sensing wipers. These features were not added across the entire trim range.
Is the 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage a major update over the 2021 model?
No, the 2022 Mirage is only a light update over the 2021 model. Its main differences are the Black Edition and a few added convenience features, while the major styling and safety update happened for 2021.
2022 Mitsubishi Mirage Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage.
4.0
2022 Mitsubishi Mirage
(94 reviews)
“No es muy bueno para las autopistas (no acelera bien y no adelanta carros) es un carro como solo para estar dentro de la ciudad.”
“Es un excelente vehículo en razón de precio calidad y rendimiento así como amigable con el medio ambiente.”