Mitsubishi i-MiEV
2013–2017 model years · Generation introduced 2012
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- Available years
- 2013–2017
- Yearly records
- 4
- Reported market values
- $3,200–$29,125
The overview
The i-MiEV, also known just as the i, is Mitsubishi's electric car. It uses a 16-kWh lithium-ion battery that takes between six and seven hours to charge on a 240-volt, Level 2 charger, or 21 hours on a standard 110-volt charger. Its range is EPA-rated at 62 miles, although we generally got 56 miles. We measured its energy consumption at 111 mpg equivalent. The motor puts out 63 hp. This is cheapest all-electric car available, but the tradeoff is it's slow, clumsy, stiff riding, and spartan inside. The i-MiEV has been discontinued for 2018.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
Compare the years
Each row keeps its own source data.
| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 ↗ ES 4-door hatchback Rear 0.0-liter electric (66 hp) (Electric) Direct 1-speed | $4,825 | Not rated | Not rated | Unavailable |
| 2016 ↗ ES 4-door hatchback Rear 0.0-liter electric (66 hp) (Electric) Direct 1-speed | $3,475 | Not rated | Not rated | Unavailable |
| 2014 ↗ ES 4-door hatchback RWD .0-liter electric (66 hp) (Electric) Direct 1-speed | $3,200 | Not rated | Not rated | Unavailable |
| 2013 ↗ SE 4-door hatchback RWD .0-liter electric (63 hp) (Electric) Direct 1-speed | $29,125 | Not rated | Not rated | Unavailable |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
2017 model
ES 4-door hatchback Rear 0.0-liter electric (66 hp) (Electric) Direct 1-speed · Electric · Used
Find 2017 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Electric
- Body style
- 4-door hatchback
- Drive type
- RWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Electric cars
- Generation began
- 2012
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $4,825
- Retail value range
- $4,825 - $4,825
- Original MSRP range
- $22,995 - $22,995
- Trade-in range
- $1,835 - $1,835
Ratings
- Road test score
- 35/100
Fuel economy
- Tested city
- 104 MPGe
- Tested highway
- 116 MPGe
- Tested overall
- 111 MPGe
- Annual fuel cost
- $20
- Cruising range
- 55 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 4.9 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 14.7 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 132 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 52 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 145 in
- Width
- 62 in
- Height
- 64 in
- Wheelbase
- 100 in
- Weight
- 2,610 lb
- Maximum load
- 660 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 4 people
- Front head room
- 5 in
- Front leg room
- 39.5 in
- Rear head room
- 4.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 25 in
- Luggage
- 1+1+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 10/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 10/10
- SmartWay
- Elite
Vehicle ID: 7356 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2016 model
ES 4-door hatchback Rear 0.0-liter electric (66 hp) (Electric) Direct 1-speed · Electric · Used
Find 2016 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Electric
- Body style
- 4-door hatchback
- Drive type
- RWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Electric cars
- Generation began
- 2012
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $3,475
- Retail value range
- $3,475 - $3,475
- Original MSRP range
- $22,995 - $22,995
- Trade-in range
- $980 - $980
Ratings
- Road test score
- 35/100
Fuel economy
- Tested city
- 104 MPGe
- Tested highway
- 116 MPGe
- Tested overall
- 111 MPGe
- Annual fuel cost
- $20
- Cruising range
- 55 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 4.9 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 14.7 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 132 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 52 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 145 in
- Width
- 62 in
- Height
- 64 in
- Wheelbase
- 100 in
- Weight
- 2,610 lb
- Maximum load
- 660 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 4 people
- Front head room
- 5 in
- Front leg room
- 39.5 in
- Rear head room
- 4.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 25 in
- Luggage
- 1+1+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 10/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 10/10
- SmartWay
- Elite
Vehicle ID: 5734 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2014 model
ES 4-door hatchback RWD .0-liter electric (66 hp) (Electric) Direct 1-speed · Electric · Used
Find 2014 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Electric
- Body style
- 4-door hatchback
- Drive type
- RWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Electric cars
- Generation began
- 2012
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $3,200
- Retail value range
- $3,200 - $3,200
- Original MSRP range
- $22,995 - $22,995
- Trade-in range
- $750 - $750
Ratings
- Road test score
- 35/100
Fuel economy
- Tested city
- 104 MPGe
- Tested highway
- 116 MPGe
- Tested overall
- 111 MPGe
- Annual fuel cost
- $20
- Cruising range
- 55 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 4.9 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 14.7 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 132 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 52 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 145 in
- Width
- 62 in
- Height
- 64 in
- Wheelbase
- 100 in
- Weight
- 2,610 lb
- Maximum load
- 660 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 4 people
- Front head room
- 5 in
- Front leg room
- 39.5 in
- Rear head room
- 4.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 25 in
- Luggage
- 1+1+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 10/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 10/10
- SmartWay
- Elite
Vehicle ID: 6069 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2013 model
SE 4-door hatchback RWD .0-liter electric (63 hp) (Electric) Direct 1-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2013 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 4-door hatchback
- Drive type
- RWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Electric cars
- Generation began
- 2012
Pricing
- Original MSRP range
- $29,125 - $31,125
Ratings
- Road test score
- 35/100
Fuel economy
- Tested city
- 104 MPG
- Tested highway
- 116 MPG
- Tested overall
- 111 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $20
- Cruising range
- 55 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 4.9 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 14.7 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 132 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 52 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 145 in
- Width
- 62 in
- Height
- 64 in
- Wheelbase
- 100 in
- Weight
- 2,610 lb
- Maximum load
- 660 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 4 people
- Front head room
- 5 in
- Front leg room
- 39.5 in
- Rear head room
- 4.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 25 in
- Luggage
- 1+1+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 10/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 10/10
- SmartWay
- Elite
Vehicle ID: 5461 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
