2024 Mitsubishi Mirage vs. 2025 Nissan Leaf Review

Picture of the 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage

2024 Mitsubishi
Mirage

MSRP*: $16,695 to $18,895
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2025 Nissan
Leaf

MSRP*: $28,140 to $36,190
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MPG - City 36 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 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)
  • 147-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 214-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 78 hp 147 - 214 hp
Exterior Length 151.4 in 176.4 in
Exterior Width 65.6 in 70.5 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 34.2 in
Front 42.1 in
Rear 33.5 in
Head Room Front 39.0 in
Rear 37.2 in
Front 41.2 in
Rear 37.3 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 rear passengers about the same space to stretch out as the Nissan Leaf with comparable rear head- and legroom in both vehicles. The Nissan Leaf 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 Nissan Leaf.

Dimensions
Since the Mitsubishi Mirage is much slimmer than the Nissan Leaf, 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 Nissan Leaf.

Handling
The Mitsubishi Mirage has a significantly smaller turning radius than the Nissan Leaf, 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 Nissan Leaf. 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 Nissan Leaf.

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