The 2023 Versa and the Mirage strike that just right balance between compact and spacious, offering 88.9 cubic feet and 86.2 cubic feet of passenger space respectively.

While two cubic feet may not seem like it would make a difference, consider this: two cubic feet roughly equates to seven 10-pound bags of flour. That extra space makes a huge difference when it comes to passenger space, as is seen with this interior dimension comparison:

While the space is still compact, you’ll find the extra length that comes with the Nissan Versa offers more wiggle room on the inside. Plus, its 177-inch length and 68.5-inch width allows you to park in perpendicular spots. As a bonus, you may find it’s easier to parallel park, too!

Having a compact vehicle like the 2023 Versa or the Mirage makes navigating busy streets and parking lots a breeze, but you still need enough cargo room for grocery hauls and weekend getaways. You’ll find exactly this with both models.

The Mirage comes with 17.1 cubic feet of cargo capacity. The Versa comes equipped with up to 15 cubic feet of cargo space.

Despite its larger cargo offering, the Mirage doesn’t offer features that come with the Versa that make loading and unloading easier.

For example, the Versa features a lower, wider opening, meaning heavy objects won’t be lifted as high and there’s less shuffling around of items within the cargo area.

Everyone wants to enjoy the wild side every once and a while. This is possible when you drive one of these compact vehicles, but will it be more easily achieved with the Nissan Versa or the Mitsubishi Mirage?

The Versa is powered by a 1.6L 4-cylinder engine. This configuration delivers 122 horsepower and 114 lb-ft of torque. The addition of Continuously Variable Valve Timing Control means output is constantly adjusted. As a result, you’ll always experience on-demand acceleration for a no-nonsense dose of thrills.

The Mirage, on the other hand, comes powered by a 1.2L 3-cylinder engine. Its smaller configuration leads to less performance output, only offering up to 76 horsepower and 74 lb-ft of torque.

Your travel needs constantly change. That’s why it’s important to have a vehicle with a transmission that changes with you. Luckily, that’s exactly what you get with the available Xtronic Continuously Variable Transmission® (CVT®) offered with the Nissan Versa.

Unlike other transmissions, this is virtually gearless, allowing it to move freely and make instant adjustments to match road types, acceleration, and other factors. It constantly works to keep the engine running in the lowest gear. This offers several benefits, including:

The Mitsubishi Mirage can also be equipped with a similar style transmission.

An advanced monitoring system that alerts you to potential hazards now is a standard amenity among vehicles. The 2023 Versa and the Mirage both fall into this category thanks to the addition of features like Hill Start Assist and Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection.

The Nissan Versa offers far more standard driver-assist features that help provide 360-degree protection. This extra protection is seen with features like Lane Departing Warning, High Beam Assist, and Rear Automatic Braking.

Parking lots add a unique touch to the driving experience. Between other vehicles, rogue carts, and pedestrians, your head is on a constant swivel as you reverse out of a spot. When you drive the Nissan Versa, you’ll always have an extra set of eyes assisting you.

The RearView Monitor comes standard, displaying real-time footage of the area behind your Versa. The addition of Rear Cross Traffic Alert when optionally equipped offers a whole new level of parking lot ease. This feature monitors for side and rear hazards when reversing and can provide an audible alert when one is detected.

Unfortunately for Mirage drivers, neither feature is offered.