One of the cheapest cars you can buy. It sips gas and is tiny, so parking is easy. The engine is weak and the inside is basic, so think of it as a simple way to get from A to B.
Very slow. The small 3-cylinder engine is loud when you push it, and the highway feels like work. Around town it’s simple and fine.
Tip: It has a long factory warranty when new. Ask how much warranty is left on a used one.
Why people buy it
Rock-bottom priceOne of the cheapest cars sold in America.
Sips gasAmong the best gas mileage of any gas-only car.
Tiny and easy to parkFits in spots other cars pass up.
Long warranty when newSome of it can carry over to the next owner. Ask what’s left.
Is it right for you?
✓ you need the lowest price✓ you drive short trips in town✓ gas money matters most
✕ you drive on the highway a lot✕ you carry adults in the back often✕ you want a quiet, comfy ride
Which version to get
Recent trims, simplified · check at the dealer
ES · The basic one. Has what you need for the lowest price.Best value
SE · LE · More features like a bigger screen and nicer seats.
G4 · The sedan version with a trunk instead of a hatch.
Buying used: which years
2021–2024Updated look and more safety tech. Mitsubishi stopped selling it in the U.S. after 2024.
2015–2020Very cheap now. Check tires, brakes and service records.
Questions to ask the dealer
How much of the factory warranty is left?
Is it the hatchback or the G4 sedan?
Which trim is it, exactly?
Any open recalls, and were they fixed?
Can I see the service records?
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Prices, payments and out-the-door totals are Carvessa estimates, not offers; check with the dealer. MPG from EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and safety stars and recalls from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-07, for 2020 and newer (older years: check nhtsa.gov/recalls with the VIN). Car photo: Captainmorlypogi1959, CC BY-SA 4.0 (background removed).
