Ford Escort vs Mitsubishi Mirage
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2024 Mitsubishi Mirage
Overview
| Spec | Ford EscortZX2 | Mitsubishi MirageES |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | ZX2 | ES |
| Body style | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2003 | 2024 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Ford EscortZX2 | Mitsubishi MirageES |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $13,205 (best) | $16,695 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Ford EscortZX2 | Mitsubishi MirageES |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG | 39 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 23 MPG | 36 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 30 MPG | 43 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 12.7 gal (best) | 9.2 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Ford EscortZX2 | Mitsubishi MirageES |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 130 hp (best) | 78 hp |
| Torque | 135 lb-ft (best) | 74 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L (best) | 1.2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I3 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Ford EscortZX2 | Mitsubishi MirageES |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 5 seats (best) |
| Doors | 2 | 4 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 11.8 cu ft | 47 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | — | 936 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,464 lbs | 2,084 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 6.3 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 98.4 in (best) | 96.5 in |
| Length | 175.2 in (best) | 151.4 in |
| Width | 67.4 in (best) | 65.6 in |
| Height | 52.3 in | 59.4 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Ford EscortZX2 | Mitsubishi MirageES |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 2 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Ford Escort | Mitsubishi Mirage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ZX2 $13,205 MSRP(Currently comparing) | ES $16,695 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | ZX2 Deluxe $14,355 MSRP | LE $17,445 MSRP |
| 3 | ZX2 Premium $14,810 MSRP | Black Edition $18,045 MSRP |
| 4 | — | SE $18,895 MSRP |