Mitsubishi Mirage 0–60 Times
The Mitsubishi Mirage 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 8 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week and more.
The fastest tested Mitsubishi Mirage is the 1994 Mitsubishi Mirage LS Coupe, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 8.70 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 16.60 seconds at 84.6 mph, according to Motor Trend.
The slowest tested Mitsubishi Mirage is the 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage G4 SE Sedan, which took 12.80 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 19.50 seconds at 73.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
Out of all the Mitsubishi Mirage tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 10.84 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 18.04 seconds at 77.15 mph.
Fastest 0–60
8.70sec
1994 LS Coupe · stock
Average 0–60
10.84sec
Across 8 runs
Avg ¼ Mile
18.04sec
@ 77.2 mph trap
Slowest 0–60
12.80sec
2017 G4 SE
Across 8 verified runs, the Mitsubishi Mirage ranges from 8.70 to 12.80 seconds 0–60, with a 10.84-second average.
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Mitsubishi Mirage Performance Overview
Mitsubishi’s Mirage performance record spans 8 verified tests across 1989 to 2017, tracing a small gasoline-powered economy car through several distinct phases. Early U.S.-market data begins with the Third Generation (1987–1991), where the 81-hp 4G15-powered 1989 Sedan reached 60 mph in 12.3 seconds. The Fourth Generation (1991–1995) marked the model’s quickest measured point, as the 113-hp 4G93 in the 1994 LS Coupe cut that to 8.7 seconds and ran the quarter-mile in 16.6 seconds at 84.6 mph.
The Fifth Generation (1995–2002) stayed close to that mid-1990s peak with 4G93-powered coupes rated at 111–113 hp. In testing, the 1997 LS Coupe posted 8.9 seconds to 60 mph, while the 2001 LS Coupe recorded 9.4 seconds, keeping the Mirage in a sub-10-second range before the model left the market for a period.
When the Sixth Generation returned for 2012–2023, the formula shifted toward lower output and efficiency, using the naturally aspirated 3A92 three-cylinder with 74–78 hp. That change moved acceleration back into the 11-to-13-second bracket: the 2014 ES 5-door Hatchback managed 10.9 seconds to 60 mph, while the 2017 G4 SE Sedan was the slowest recorded Mirage at 12.8 seconds. In current-generation form, Mirage performance remains defined by modest gasoline power and consistency rather than outright acceleration.
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Mitsubishi Mirage 0–60 Times by Generation: Third Generation to Sixth Generation
4 generations| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sixth Generation | 2012–2023 | 11.85s | 10.90s — 2014 ES 5-door Hatchback | 4 | The Sixth Generation generation (2012–2023) averaged 11.85 seconds to 60 mph across 4 tests, led by the 2014 ES 5-door Hatchback at 10.90 seconds. Output ranged from 74 to 78 hp across 1.2L I-3 configurations. |
| Fifth Generation | 1995–2002 | 9.15s | 8.90s — 1997 LS Coupe | 2 | The Fifth Generation generation (1995–2002) averaged 9.15 seconds to 60 mph across 2 tests, led by the 1997 LS Coupe at 8.90 seconds. Output ranged from 111 to 113 hp across 1.8L I-4 configurations. |
| Fourth Generation | 1991–1995 | 8.70s | 8.70s — 1994 LS Coupe | 1 | The Fourth Generation generation (1991–1995) averaged 8.70 seconds to 60 mph across 1 tests, led by the 1994 LS Coupe at 8.70 seconds. Output was 113 hp across 1.8L I-4 configurations. |
| Third Generation | 1987–1991 | 12.30s | 12.30s — 1989 Sedan | 1 | The Third Generation generation (1987–1991) averaged 12.30 seconds to 60 mph across 1 tests, led by the 1989 Sedan at 12.30 seconds. Output was 81 hp across 1.5L I-4 configurations. |
Sixth Generation
2012–2023
Avg 0–60
11.85s
Fastest
10.90s
Tests
4
2014 ES 5-door Hatchback
The Sixth Generation generation (2012–2023) averaged 11.85 seconds to 60 mph across 4 tests, led by the 2014 ES 5-door Hatchback at 10.90 seconds. Output ranged from 74 to 78 hp across 1.2L I-3 configurations.
Fifth Generation
1995–2002
Avg 0–60
9.15s
Fastest
8.90s
Tests
2
1997 LS Coupe
The Fifth Generation generation (1995–2002) averaged 9.15 seconds to 60 mph across 2 tests, led by the 1997 LS Coupe at 8.90 seconds. Output ranged from 111 to 113 hp across 1.8L I-4 configurations.
Fourth Generation
1991–1995
Avg 0–60
8.70s
Fastest
8.70s
Tests
1
1994 LS Coupe
The Fourth Generation generation (1991–1995) averaged 8.70 seconds to 60 mph across 1 tests, led by the 1994 LS Coupe at 8.70 seconds. Output was 113 hp across 1.8L I-4 configurations.
Third Generation
1987–1991
Avg 0–60
12.30s
Fastest
12.30s
Tests
1
1989 Sedan
The Third Generation generation (1987–1991) averaged 12.30 seconds to 60 mph across 1 tests, led by the 1989 Sedan at 12.30 seconds. Output was 81 hp across 1.5L I-4 configurations.
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Mitsubishi Mirage 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
8 tests · 7 years
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2017 Mitsubishi Mirage
1 verified run
Avg 0–60
12.80
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
19.50
sec
Recorded Tests
1
#08
2017 Mitsubishi Mirage G4 SE Sedan
12.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
19.50s
¼ mi @ 73.0 mph
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- 0–60 mph
- 12.80 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 19.50 sec
- Trap Speed
- 73.0 mph
- Engine
- 1.2L I-3
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Transmission
- CVT
- Horsepower
- 78 hp
- Torque
- 74 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 2,197 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 28.2 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 35 C / 42 H / 33 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #8 of 8
How we verify Mitsubishi Mirage performance data
We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Mitsubishi Mirage trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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Mitsubishi Mirage 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution
0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is fasterEach dot is a recorded test run
0–60 →
¼ mile →
Fastest
Recorded run
Slowest
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Mitsubishi Mirage performance FAQs
10 questions
The 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage G4 SE Sedan runs 0-60 mph in 12.8 seconds. That test car used a 78-hp 3A92 naturally aspirated engine, front-wheel drive, and weighed 2,197 pounds. Its quarter-mile time was 19.5 seconds at 73 mph.
The quickest Mirage on record is the 1994 Mitsubishi Mirage LS Coupe, which reaches 60 mph in 8.7 seconds. It also owns the best quarter-mile result for the model at 16.6 seconds with an 84.6-mph trap speed.
The fastest stock Mitsubishi Mirage is also the 1994 LS Coupe at 8.7 seconds from 0-60 mph. There are 8 Mirage tests on record, and all 8 are production vehicles, so the overall quickest result and the quickest stock result are the same car.
Sixth Generation Mitsubishi Mirage models, covering 2012 to 2023, average 11.85 seconds from 0-60 mph across 4 tests. The quickest Sixth Generation example is the 2014 ES 5-door Hatchback at 10.9 seconds. Power ranges from 74 to 78 hp, and all recorded examples are naturally aspirated gasoline models.
Fifth Generation Mitsubishi Mirage models from 1995 to 2002 average 9.15 seconds to 60 mph across 2 tests. The fastest Fifth Generation Mirage is the 1997 LS Coupe at 8.9 seconds. Recorded power output for this generation ranges from 111 to 113 hp.
The Fourth Generation Mitsubishi Mirage, sold from 1991 to 1995, has the quickest generation average on record at 8.7 seconds to 60 mph. Its fastest test is also 8.7 seconds, set by the 1994 LS Coupe. That generation is represented by 1 verified test.
The LS Coupe is clearly quicker. Across recorded runs, the Mirage LS Coupe averages 8.8 seconds to 60 mph, with a best of 8.7 seconds. The ES 5-door Hatchback averages 11.53 seconds, with a best of 10.9 seconds. That gives the LS Coupe a 2.2-second advantage at their quickest.
The ES 5-door Hatchback is faster. The Mirage G4 SE Sedan records a 12.8-second 0-60 mph time, while the ES 5-door Hatchback averages 11.53 seconds and has a best run of 10.9 seconds. At their quickest recorded times, the hatchback is 1.9 seconds faster to 60 mph.
Across 8 verified Mitsubishi Mirage tests, the average 0-60 mph time is 10.84 seconds. Since every recorded example is a production car, the all-tests average and production-only average are identical. Mirage performance spans from 8.7 seconds to 12.8 seconds depending on year and trim.
Across 8 Mitsubishi Mirage tests, the average quarter-mile time is 18.04 seconds at 77.2 mph. The quickest Mirage quarter-mile on record belongs to the 1994 LS Coupe at 16.6 seconds and 84.6 mph. The 2017 G4 SE Sedan runs the quarter-mile in 19.5 seconds at 73 mph.
Sources
Car and Driver
Motor Trend
Motor Week
0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Mitsubishi Mirage can do, not a single marketing claim.
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