be enhanced with Mitsubishi's Value Package, which includes larger diameter
(14-inch versus 13-inch) wheels and tires, creating a bigger contact patch
between car and pavement, which means better grip.
Even if the handling enhancement doesn't matter, the package makes sense
from an all-around enjoyment point of view since it also includes air conditioning,
floor mats and upgrade sound system components. Other package details vary
between coupe and sedan models.
While the Mirage basically holds its own in terms of handling compared
to some very good competition, it's distinctly above average in terms of
ride quality.
Like the handling, this is a benefit of an exceptionally good job by
the Mitsubishi chassis engineers. The extensively stiffened platform gave
the suspension team plenty of latitude for tuning, and they chose a supple
setup that sops up small bumps and potholes without sacrificing a firm
sense of control.
We think it's a pleasant blend, one we'd rate in the upper half of this
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