2002 Mitsubishi Mirage LS 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 2002 Mitsubishi Mirage LS Coupe 5MT is a 111-hp 1.8-liter inline-4 coupe with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $14,787 MSRP and is rated at 28 mpg combined.
It makes 111 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 116 lb-ft of torque at 4500 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 25 mpg city and 33 mpg highway (28 mpg combined).
The Mirage measures 168.1 inches long on a 95.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,293 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $14,787 ($26,714 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4G93 I4 |
| Displacement | 1.8 L |
| Horsepower | 111 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 116 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC 16-valve |
| Bore and Stroke | 81.0 x 89.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 3.72 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 25 MPG |
| Highway | 33 MPG |
| Combined | 28 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 12.4 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link |
| Turning Diameter | 32.8 ft |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 14 x 5.5 |
| Wheels Rear | 14 x 5.5 |
| Tires Front | P185/65R14 |
| Tires Rear | P185/65R14 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 168.1 in |
| Width | 66.5 in |
| Height | 53.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 95.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 11.5 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,293 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.6 in |
| Legroom Front | 43 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2002 Mitsubishi Mirage 2-DR.).
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2002 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
Sep 1, 2004 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, 'OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION.' THE BILINGUAL ENGLISH/SPANISH REMOVABLE AIR BAG WARNING LABELS AFFIXED TO THE DASH AND TO THE SUNVISOR DO NOT MEET THE SIZE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.
Consequence: THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.
Remedy: MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN WILL MAIL A CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION LETTER CONTAINING A WRITTEN DESCRIPTION AND A GRAPHIC OF THE BI-LINGUAL DASHBOARD AIR BAG WARNING LABEL. IN ADDITION, ALL CURRENT 2000-2004 NATIVA OWNERS WILL ALSO RECEIVE REPLACEMENT AIR BAG ALERT LABELS FOR THE SUN VISORS. THIS RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MARCH OR APRIL 2005. THE NOTIFICATION TO THE NATIVA OWNERS IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL OR MAY 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN AT 1-787-251-8715.
NHTSA campaign 04V428000
12 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2002 Mitsubishi MIRAGE
Owner Complaints
12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2002 Mitsubishi MIRAGE (3 mention a crash, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 4 |
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Hydraulic | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Power Train | 1 |
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 2002 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.