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1987 Mitsubishi Mirage Turbo Hatch 3AT

The 1987 Mitsubishi Mirage Turbo Hatch 3AT is a 105-hp 1.6-liter turbocharged inline-4 hatchback with a 3-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $8,669 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.

It makes 105 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 122 lb-ft of torque at 3000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 24 mpg highway (22 mpg combined).

The Mirage measures 157.0 inches long on a 93.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,172 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeHatchback
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$8,669 ($24,801 *)
Engine
Engine Type1.6 L SOHC turbocharged inline-4 (Saturn 4G32T)
Displacement1.6 L
Horsepower105 hp @ 5,500 rpm
Torque122 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
ValvetrainSOHC, 2 valves per cylinder (8 valves)
Bore and Stroke77 x 86
Injection TypeFuel injection (ECI/FFS)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission3-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City21 MPG
Highway24 MPG
Combined22 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium unleaded gasoline
Dimensions & Weight
Length157 in
Width63 in
Height53 in
Wheelbase93.7 in
Cargo Volume11 ft³
Curb Weight2,172 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front37 in
Headroom Rear36 in
Legroom Front40 in
Legroom Rear30 in
Shoulder Room Front52 in
Shoulder Room Rear54 in
Hip Room Front53 in
Hip Room Rear53 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1987 Mitsubishi MIRAGE. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

May 24, 1995 · SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE IMPROPERLY.

Consequence: THE SAFETY BELTS WOULD NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO AN OCCUPANT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREFULLY INSPECT THE RED RELEASE BUTTON FOR ANY BREAKS OR CRACKS. THEY SHOULD ENSURE THAT BOTH BUCKLES ARE OPERATING PROPERLY BY INSERTING EACH LATCH PLATE INTO ITS BUCKLE, TUGGING ON THE BELT TO MAKE SURE THE LATCH IS SECURELY LOCKED, AND THEN PRESSING THE RELEASE BUTTON. THE LATCH PLATE SHOULD POP OUT OF THE BUCKLE WHEN THE BUTTON IS PRESSED. IF EITHER RELEASE BUTTON SHOWS A SIGN OF BREAKING OR CRACKING OR IF EITHER BUCKLE FAILS TO OPERATE PROPERLY, OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CONTACT THEIR AUTHORIZED DEALER TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THE BUCKLE REPLACED OR REPAIRED, FREE OF CHARGE. THE MANUFACTURER IS DEVELOPING A REMEDY DESIGNED TO PREVENT FAILURE OF THE BUTTONS THAT ARE NOT CURRENTLY BROKEN.

NHTSA campaign 95V103004

3 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1987 Mitsubishi MIRAGE

Owner Complaints

3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1987 Mitsubishi MIRAGE (1 a fire). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Seat Belts2
Electrical System1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Mar 20, 1997 · Electrical System Fire
“VEHICLE WAS PARKED, DRIVER STARTED VEHICLE UP AND VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE UNDER THE HOOD. *AK”
May 17, 1996 · Seat Belts
“FLOOR MOUNTED SHOULDER HARNESS DOES NOT RETRACT PROPERLY. *AK”
May 19, 1995 · Seat Belts
“FRONT PASSENGER'S SHOULDER/LAP BUCKLE WOULD NOT HOLD; SEPARATED IT MINIMUM PRESSURE; MALE PORTION PULLED OUT WITHOUT USING RELEASE BUTTON. TT”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1987 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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