Despite its age, the affordable Mitsubishi sub-compact will be refreshed for 2026 in some markets
- The 2026 Mitsubishi Mirage and Mirage G4 have been homologated in the Philippines.
- The updated models seem to have identical specifications to the outgoing versions.
- The Mirage was axed from the US in 2024, with a similar fate expected in Europe.
The Mitsubishi Mirage may be on its last leg in the US market, but it’s not dead yet. In fact, it’s still going strong in other parts of the world, with the Philippines being one of the regions where this little budget car continues to soldier on. And guess what? It’s reportedly getting another update for 2026.
The current generation of the Mitsubishi Mirage debuted back in 2011, with two facelifts in 2015 and 2019. But after 14 years, the model has inevitably started showing its age, especially when compared to newer rivals. With no new generation on the horizon, Mitsubishi continues to sell the Mirage wherever regulations allow, offering it as an option for those looking for something simple and cheap.
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Documents from the Land Transportation Office in the Philippines reveal that Mitsubishi has homologated updated versions of the Mirage hatchback and Mirage G4 sedan, both slated for sale in 2026. According to a report from Top Gear Philippines, the technical specifications look almost identical to the current models, with no apparent changes to the trim structure either.
While there are no photos in the homologation documents, the fact that the car’s dimensions remain unchanged suggests that any styling updates will be either minimal or nonexistent. That being said, the Philippine market still gets the pre-facelifted version of the Mirage hatchback, so it’s possible Mitsubishi will update the hatchback to match the current design of the Mirage G4 sedan (known as the Attrage in some other markets).
Both the 2026 Mitsubishi Mirage and Mirage G4 will feature a naturally aspirated 1.2-liter three-cylinder engine, essentially the same powertrain as before, which produces 79 horsepower (59 kW / 80 PS). This engine will be paired with either a five-speed manual or a CVT transmission, providing a top speed of 170 km/h (106 mph). So, no surprises here, just the same reliable but unexciting setup.
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In the Philippines, the Mirage starts at ₱711,000 ($12,700), while the Mirage G4 sedan starts at ₱769,000 ($13,800). Not exactly a car that’s going to set your heart racing, but for the price, it’s hard to complain if you’re just looking for an affordable way to get from point A to point B.
Meanwhile, North America said its final goodbye to the Mirage in 2024. However, there’s still a bit of stock left for those who want one, albeit not for long. The model is also expected to be axed in Europe, where it’s sold under the Space Star nameplate. Instead of pushing out a new urban model for Europe, Mitsubishi is now offering the Cold small hatchback, which, spoiler alert, is just a rebadged Renault Clio.
