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1990 Mitsubishi Mirage Sedan 5MT

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1990 Mitsubishi Mirage – front Unverified
Photo: 1991 Mitsubishi Mirage LS, NYC by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the fourth generation (1989–1992); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: 1991 Mitsubishi Mirage LS, NYC by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: Mitsubishi Mirage sedan front by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: Mitsubishi Mirage 1991 (9456331824) by order_242 from Chile, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: Mitsubishi Mirage sedan rear by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: Mitsubishi MIRAGE HATCHBACK SWIFT X (E-C52A) rear by Tokumeigakarinoaoshima, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 1990 Mitsubishi Mirage Sedan 5MT is an 81-hp 1.5-liter inline-4 sedan with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $8,559 MSRP and is rated at 27 mpg combined.

It makes 81 horsepower and 91 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 24 mpg city and 31 mpg highway (27 mpg combined).

The Mirage measures 170.1 inches long on a 96.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,271 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$8,559 ($21,283 *)
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
Transmission5-speed manual
Fuel Economy
City24 MPG
Highway31 MPG
Combined27 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded gasoline
Tank Capacity13.2 gal
Dimensions & Weight
Length170.1 in
Width65.7 in
Height52.8 in
Wheelbase96.7 in
Cargo Volume10 ft³
Curb Weight2,271 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.1 in
Headroom Rear37.5 in
Legroom Front41.9 in
Legroom Rear34.4 in
Shoulder Room Front53.5 in
Shoulder Room Rear53.1 in
Hip Room Front52.8 in
Hip Room Rear52.8 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver Not rated
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 1990 Mitsubishi Mirage 4-DR.

Recalls

1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 1990 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

35 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1990 Mitsubishi MIRAGE

Owner Complaints

35 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1990 Mitsubishi MIRAGE (1 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Seat Belts19
Engine And Engine Cooling7
Electrical System3
Visibility2
Engine1
Power Train1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Nov 18, 2013 · Engine
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1990 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED SPORADICALLY AT INITIAL START-UP OR WHEN DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER BUT WAS…”
May 2, 2003 · Electrical System
“ECU FAILURE, THEN MPI CONTROL RELAY, THEN DISTRIBUTOR CAP, COIL & ROTOR, THEN NEW DISTRIBUTOR. *NL”
Nov 18, 2002 · Structure
“THE ONLY DOOR THAT WILL OPEN NORMALLY IS THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR. PASSENGER SIDE DOOR WILL ONLY OPEN FROM INSIDE, AND BOTH PASSENGER REAR DOORS WON'T OPEN FROM INSIDE OR OUTSIDE. CONSUMER FEELS THIS IS…”
Mar 13, 2001 · Power Train
“WHILE DRIVING UP A HILL GEAR WAS ON DRIVE, THEN JUMPED INTO REVERSE, MAKING VEHICLE ROLL BACKWARD, HAPPENED TWICE.*AK”
Jul 19, 2000 · Engine And Engine Cooling Fire
“ENGINE FIRE DUE TO POSSIBLE ENGINE FAILURE. (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT) *MJS”

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 1990 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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