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2022 Mitsubishi Mirage vs. 2022 Toyota Prius Prime Review

Picture of the 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage

2022 Mitsubishi
Mirage

MSRP*: $14,645 to $17,895
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Picture of the 2022 Toyota Prius Prime

2022 Toyota
Prius Prime

MSRP*: $28,770 to $34,550
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MPG - City 33 - 36 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 41 - 43 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 78-hp, 1.2-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 121-hp, 1.8-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Continuously Variable, Manual Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 78 hp 121 hp
Exterior Length 151.4 in 182.9 in
Exterior Width 65.6 in 69.3 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 34.2 in
Front 43.2 in
Rear 33.4 in
Head Room Front 39.0 in
Rear 37.2 in
Front 39.4 in
Rear 37.2 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Mitsubishi Mirage offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Toyota Prius Prime. The Toyota Prius Prime will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mitsubishi Mirage.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Based on MSRP, the Mitsubishi Mirage is clearly a better financial choice over the Toyota Prius Prime.

Dimensions
Since the Mitsubishi Mirage is much slimmer than the Toyota Prius Prime, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Mitsubishi Mirage, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Toyota Prius Prime.

Handling
The Mitsubishi Mirage has a significantly smaller turning radius than the Toyota Prius Prime, allowing much better maneuverability in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Mitsubishi Mirage is significantly less powerful than the Toyota Prius Prime. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Mitsubishi Mirage does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Toyota Prius Prime.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Mitsubishi Mirage and the Toyota Prius Prime.