1997 Mitsubishi Mirage DE Coupe 5MT
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- Photo: Mitsubishi MIRAGE MODARC (CJ2A) front by Tokumeigakarinoaoshima, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1998 Mitusbishi Mirage DE Coupe in Innsbruck White, front left by Sam Kennedy, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1999 Mitsubishi Mirage Asti RX-R 1.6 Turbo by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1999 Mitsubishi Mirage Asti RX-R 1.6 Turbo 02 by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mitsubishi MIRAGE MODARC (CJ2A) rear by Tokumeigakarinoaoshima, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1997 Mitsubishi Mirage DE Coupe 5MT is a 92-hp 1.5-liter inline-4 coupe with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $10,520 MSRP and is rated at 31 mpg combined.
It makes 92 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 93 lb-ft of torque at 3000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 28 mpg city and 36 mpg highway (31 mpg combined).
The Mirage measures 168.1 inches long on a 95.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,127 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $10,520 ($21,302 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4G15 I4 |
| Displacement | 1.5 L |
| Horsepower | 92 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 93 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC 12-valve |
| Bore and Stroke | 75.5 x 82.0 |
| Injection Type | Multi-point fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| 1st Gear | 3.58 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.95 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.38 |
| 4th Gear | 1.03 |
| 5th Gear | 0.77 |
| Reverse | 3.36 |
| Final Drive | 3.71 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 28 MPG |
| Highway | 36 MPG |
| Combined | 31 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 13.2 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link |
| Turning Diameter | 32.8 ft |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 13 x 5 |
| Wheels Rear | 13 x 5 |
| Tires Front | P175/70R13 |
| Tires Rear | P175/70R13 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 168.1 in |
| Width | 66.5 in |
| Height | 51.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 95.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 11.5 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,127 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.6 in |
| Legroom Front | 43 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1997 Mitsubishi Mirage DE Coupe 5MT with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1997 Mitsubishi MIRAGE. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
May 11, 2009 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
NHTSA campaign 09E025000
Apr 7, 2009 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
NHTSA campaign 09E012000
Mar 23, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
NHTSA campaign 06E026000
Oct 2, 2000 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES: MIRAGE MODEL VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 1.5L ENGINES; MONTERO SPORT MODELS EQUIPPED WITH 3.0L ENGINES; AND MONTERO MODELS EQUIPPED WITH 3.0L ENGINES. THE BOLT SECURING THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY CAN BECOME LOOSE AND THE PULLEY COULD FALL OFF THE VEHICLE.
Consequence: THE CONDITION CAN RESULT IN A LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: ON THE MIRAGE VEHICLES, THE DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW, IMPROVED CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT ON THE OLDER ENGINES. ON NEW ENGINES WHICH ALREADY HAVE THE IMPROVED BOLT, THE DEALER WILL TIGHTEN THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT TO THE CORRECT TORQUE SPECIFICATION. ON THE MONTERO MODELS, DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT TO THE CORRECT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. IF THE BOLT IS DAMAGED, IT WILL BE REPLACED.
NHTSA campaign 00V311001
74 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1997 Mitsubishi MIRAGE
Owner Complaints
74 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1997 Mitsubishi MIRAGE (13 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 9 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 17 |
| Air Bags | 14 |
| Power Train | 14 |
| Service Brakes | 7 |
| Hydraulic | 6 |
| Seat Belts | 6 |
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 1997 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.