Mitsubishi Mirage 2 generation 02.1985 - 05.1992
02.1985 - 05.1992
E-C12W, E-C37W, Q-C14W, Q-C34W
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Since the Mirage debuted in 1978, this compact model, offering a Japanese buyer different types of bodywork, a comfortable interior and suspension, quite powerful and economical (for its time) engines, transmission options (including four-wheel drive), is gaining serious popularity quite quickly and by essentially becomes one of the image for the company. In 1983, Mitsubishi Motors rolls out the second-generation Mirage. The developers focused on further improving functionality and applying modern technologies. In 1985, a five-door van and a passenger station wagon joined the 3/5-door hatchback and sedan.
For this generation of Mirage, the beak-shaped shape of the hood is characteristic, which covers the upper surface of the wings, the rear wheel arches have a pronounced horizontal upper edge, and the taillights with diagonal sections look original. The Mirage station wagon set a special tone with its dynamic look, practical body, very comfortable interior with an increased ceiling height at the rear and excellent equipment (in passenger versions), where there were two sunroofs, full power accessories, a cassette player with an AM-FM radio with digital (for the first time in the class) frequency setting, electronic “tidy”, and in the upper class models (also for the first time) an automatic air conditioner was installed - the electronics were in charge of maintaining a comfortable temperature in the cabin. In 1986, facelift was carried out with the change of bumpers, fenders, hood, direction indicators, etc.
Mirage Wagon was equipped with three variants of units: gasoline engines with a working volume of 1.5 liters (85 hp, carburetor) and 1.8 liters (85/94 hp, carburetor / injection ECI-MULTI), as well as diesel 1.8 liter engine (61 hp) with Bosch fuel equipment. Since 1986, the 1.8 and 1.8D models have received a permanent all-wheel drive system using an interaxle differential - this type of 4WD has been widely used on Japanese passenger cars since the beginning of the 80s. The transmission in most versions was a 5-speed manual; for a surcharge, a 4-speed automatic was offered.
Compared to the first generation, the Mirage II was distinguished by slightly smoother body styles, improving its aerodynamic characteristics. The body size of the Mirage Wagon was 4185 mm, the total width was 1635 mm, and the height was 1460 mm. The suspension of the car was independent in front (suspension strut type MacPherson strut) and semi-dependent or dependent on the rear, depending on the drive. The station wagon was equipped with disc or ventilated disc brakes at the front and drum at the rear. The typical tire size was 175 / 70R13. The dimensions of the cabin were 1860 x 1365 x 1125 mm (L x W x H). The back seat folded in parts, but in the utility van (Van) the back was solid.
In the years of the release of the Mirage model of this generation, so much safety was not paid so much, but the car body had zones of programmed deformation, a rear wiper was installed as standard to improve visibility in bad weather, in addition to three-point front belts in the later period, the station wagon was equipped with three-point side belts for rear passengers. The “Mirage” of the second generation was created under the motto of “energetic everyday cars” while the station wagon was of interest not only for its functionality, but also in terms of design. Utility models were very popular in the commercial sector. And passenger modifications, especially in expensive trim levels, as a roomy and comfortable family car. “Mirages” of those years were famous for their reliability, omnivorous fuel, maintainability, and the corrosion resistance of cars of those years was no worse than that of other “Japanese”. Today, perhaps, the main disadvantage is the inaccessibility of spare parts.
For this generation of Mirage, the beak-shaped shape of the hood is characteristic, which covers the upper surface of the wings, the rear wheel arches have a pronounced horizontal upper edge, and the taillights with diagonal sections look original. The Mirage station wagon set a special tone with its dynamic look, practical body, very comfortable interior with an increased ceiling height at the rear and excellent equipment (in passenger versions), where there were two sunroofs, full power accessories, a cassette player with an AM-FM radio with digital (for the first time in the class) frequency setting, electronic “tidy”, and in the upper class models (also for the first time) an automatic air conditioner was installed - the electronics were in charge of maintaining a comfortable temperature in the cabin. In 1986, facelift was carried out with the change of bumpers, fenders, hood, direction indicators, etc.
Mirage Wagon was equipped with three variants of units: gasoline engines with a working volume of 1.5 liters (85 hp, carburetor) and 1.8 liters (85/94 hp, carburetor / injection ECI-MULTI), as well as diesel 1.8 liter engine (61 hp) with Bosch fuel equipment. Since 1986, the 1.8 and 1.8D models have received a permanent all-wheel drive system using an interaxle differential - this type of 4WD has been widely used on Japanese passenger cars since the beginning of the 80s. The transmission in most versions was a 5-speed manual; for a surcharge, a 4-speed automatic was offered.
Compared to the first generation, the Mirage II was distinguished by slightly smoother body styles, improving its aerodynamic characteristics. The body size of the Mirage Wagon was 4185 mm, the total width was 1635 mm, and the height was 1460 mm. The suspension of the car was independent in front (suspension strut type MacPherson strut) and semi-dependent or dependent on the rear, depending on the drive. The station wagon was equipped with disc or ventilated disc brakes at the front and drum at the rear. The typical tire size was 175 / 70R13. The dimensions of the cabin were 1860 x 1365 x 1125 mm (L x W x H). The back seat folded in parts, but in the utility van (Van) the back was solid.
In the years of the release of the Mirage model of this generation, so much safety was not paid so much, but the car body had zones of programmed deformation, a rear wiper was installed as standard to improve visibility in bad weather, in addition to three-point front belts in the later period, the station wagon was equipped with three-point side belts for rear passengers. The “Mirage” of the second generation was created under the motto of “energetic everyday cars” while the station wagon was of interest not only for its functionality, but also in terms of design. Utility models were very popular in the commercial sector. And passenger modifications, especially in expensive trim levels, as a roomy and comfortable family car. “Mirages” of those years were famous for their reliability, omnivorous fuel, maintainability, and the corrosion resistance of cars of those years was no worse than that of other “Japanese”. Today, perhaps, the main disadvantage is the inaccessibility of spare parts.