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1989 Mitsubishi Mirage Sedan 3AT

The 1989 Mitsubishi Mirage Sedan 3AT is an 81-hp 1.5-liter inline-4 sedan with a 3-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $10,181 MSRP and is rated at 25 mpg combined.

It makes 81 horsepower and 91 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 23 mpg city and 27 mpg highway (25 mpg combined).

The Mirage measures 170.0 inches long on a 96.6-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,271 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$10,181 ($26,684 *)
Engine
Engine Type1.5 L SOHC inline-4, naturally aspirated (Orion 4G15)
Displacement1.5 L
Horsepower81 hp
Torque91 lb-ft
ValvetrainSOHC
Bore and Stroke75.5 x 82
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission3-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City23 MPG
Highway27 MPG
Combined25 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded gasoline
Tank Capacity13.2 gal
Dimensions & Weight
Length170 in
Width65 in
Height52 in
Wheelbase96.6 in
Cargo Volume10 ft³
Curb Weight2,271 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39 in
Headroom Rear37 in
Legroom Front41 in
Legroom Rear34 in
Shoulder Room Front53 in
Shoulder Room Rear53 in
Hip Room Front52 in
Hip Room Rear52 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 1989 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

6 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1989 Mitsubishi MIRAGE

Owner Complaints

6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1989 Mitsubishi MIRAGE. See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Engine And Engine Cooling3
Seat Belts3
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Sep 19, 2000 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“REPORTED ENGINE STALLING SINCE 1992. MECHANIC FOUND PLAY IN CRANKSHAFT SPROKET. REPAIR AUTHORIZATION WAS DENIED BY WARRANTY. I HAVE HAD EXTENSIVE MAINTENANCE DONE SINCE THEN RESULTING IN THE ABOVE…”
Nov 1, 1996 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“CRANKSHAFT SEAL FAILED.”
Jul 13, 1995 · Seat Belts
“PASSENGER SIDE BELT BUCKLE FAILURE, UNABLE TO LATCH SEAT BELT. *AK”
Jul 5, 1995 · Engine And Engine Cooling
“THE BOLT IN THE CRANKSHAFT KEEPS COMING LOOSE. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT”
Mar 7, 1995 · Seat Belts
“SEAT BELT BUCKLE BROKE, PREVENTING BELT FROM BUCKLING. *AW”

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 1989 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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