Mitsubishi is about to embark on a global small car project that will start next year in Thailand, and will bound for the ASEAN region by late next year. The company has dubbed the vehicle as “the Mirage,” resurrecting a subcompact nameplate that was dismissed in the early 2000s. This hatchback replaces the Colt, which is being removed from the lineup. The Mirage depends on an enhanced engine with idle-stop innovation, better aerodynamics and weight loss to increase fuel economy.
It is 10 percent lighter than the Colt. It is run by a 1.0-liter three-cylinder engine coupled with a continuously variable transmission. The company intends to commence manufacturing the Mirage at a new factory in Thailand in March. We look forward to its introduction in the competitive compact car segment which is dominated by the Myvi, i10 and Alto.
