2025 Audi A5 Sportback vs. 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage Review

Picture of the 2025 Audi A5 Sportback

2025 Audi
A5 Sportback

MSRP*: $46,300 to $48,400
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Picture of the 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage

2024 Mitsubishi
Mirage

MSRP*: $16,695 to $18,895
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MPG - City 23 - 26 MPG 36 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 - 36 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 201-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 261-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 78-hp, 1.2-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 201 - 261 hp 78 hp
Exterior Length 187.2 in 151.4 in
Exterior Width 72.6 in 65.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 35.1 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 34.2 in
Head Room Front 37.7 - 37.8 in
Rear 37.0 in
Front 39.0 in
Rear 37.2 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 Audi A5 Sportback offers rear passengers about the same space to stretch out as the Mitsubishi Mirage with comparable rear head- and legroom in both vehicles. The Mitsubishi Mirage will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Audi A5 Sportback.

Convenience
With the Audi A5 Sportback you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Mitsubishi Mirage, due to its larger tank size and better fuel economy.

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). The Audi A5 Sportback will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mitsubishi Mirage, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Audi A5 Sportback is much wider than the Mitsubishi Mirage, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Audi A5 Sportback, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mitsubishi Mirage.

Handling
The Audi A5 Sportback has a significantly larger turning radius than the Mitsubishi Mirage, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Audi A5 Sportback has a much more powerful engine than the Mitsubishi Mirage. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Audi A5 Sportback does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Mitsubishi Mirage.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Audi A5 Sportback and the Mitsubishi Mirage.