2025 Lexus ES 300h vs. 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage G4 Review

Picture of the 2025 Lexus ES 300h

2025 Lexus
ES 300h

MSRP*: $43,440 to $52,330
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Picture of the 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage G4

2024 Mitsubishi
Mirage G4

MSRP*: $17,795 to $19,595
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MPG - City 43 MPG 35 MPG
MPG - Hwy 44 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 215-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 78-hp, 1.2-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 215 hp 78 hp
Exterior Length 195.9 in 169.5 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 65.7 in
Leg Room Front 42.4 in
Rear 39.3 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 37.3 in
Head Room Front 37.5 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 38.9 in
Rear 36.8 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
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Lexus ES 300h than the Mitsubishi Mirage G4. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Lexus ES 300h and the Mitsubishi Mirage G4 in the front seats.

Convenience
With the Lexus ES 300h you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Mitsubishi Mirage G4, 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 Lexus ES 300h will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mitsubishi Mirage G4, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Lexus ES 300h is much wider than the Mitsubishi Mirage G4, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Lexus ES 300h, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mitsubishi Mirage G4.

Handling
The Lexus ES 300h has a significantly larger turning radius than the Mitsubishi Mirage G4, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Lexus ES 300h has a much more powerful engine than the Mitsubishi Mirage G4. 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 Lexus ES 300h does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Mitsubishi Mirage G4.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Lexus ES 300h and the Mitsubishi Mirage G4.