 Mirage is ONLY car in its class in North America in 2014.  Other "small" non-hybrid, 5-passenger cars do not have acceptable fuel economy.     Mine: 20 km/l (47 mpg) for 65 mph and slower combined rural and Albuquerque driving.   At Western US highway speeds, 70 to 75 mph, with full load and air conditioner in the summer 16.6 km/l (39 mpg).  A bit over-powered for fuel efficient car.  Can climb a 6% grade at 120 km/h (75 mph) with a full load at 1700 m (5600 ft) elevation Â with alacrity.  Engines achieve best efficiency just below maximum power, so most of time it is operating with lower efficiency.  Feat requires over 50 kW (66 hp) so engine probably exceeds 56kW (74 hp) rating.Update April 2016:  still a great car. My combined: 50 mpg (by recording odometer and ant of gas at fill up).  Like many cars these days, rear visibility is bad; check your blind spots!