The Toyota Mirai continues to stand out as one of the rarest vehicles in the company’s U.S. lineup, with sales so low that the model barely registers in national statistics. During the first nine months of the current year, only 157 examples were delivered to customers across the country—a dramatic 54.4% decline compared with the same period the year before. Despite these sharply reduced numbers and the Mirai’s very narrow market presence, Toyota has decided to carry the model forward into the 2026 model year, though the changes introduced are extremely limited.
For 2026, the most notable update is the addition of standard 19-inch black machine-finished aluminum alloy wheels on every trim level. Beyond this cosmetic upgrade, Toyota has not implemented any further revisions. The mechanical components, fuel-cell system, and general configuration of the car remain unchanged from the outgoing model. Buyers hoping for performance improvements, efficiency gains, or new technology features will find that the 2026 Mirai is essentially identical to the 2025 version.
Pricing, however, offers a sliver of stability. Toyota has decided not to adjust the cost for the new model year. The Mirai continues to start at $51,795, and the additional $1,195 fee for dealer processing and handling also remains unchanged. While the lack of a price increase may be welcome to the very small pool of potential buyers, the 2026 model introduces a downside in the form of reduced color options.
For the new year, the Mirai will be available in just four exterior finishes: Black, Oxygen White, Heavy Metal, and Hydro Blue. Two options previously offered—Elemental Silver Metallic and Supersonic Red—have been removed from the palette, further limiting customization choices for the vehicle.
The continued presence of the Mirai in Toyota’s U.S. catalog raises questions. The sedan is sold exclusively in California due to the limited availability of hydrogen fueling infrastructure. Its extremely low sales volume suggests it is unlikely to generate significant profit for the automaker. However, Toyota has long positioned itself as a major proponent of hydrogen technology, and the Mirai serves as a key data-collection tool. By keeping the model on the market, the company can gather real-world feedback from owners, study long-term fuel-cell durability, and maintain a small but valuable fleet for hydrogen powertrain development.
In terms of performance, the Mirai remains powered by a hydrogen fuel-cell system that generates electricity to feed a 182-horsepower electric motor mounted at the rear axle. Given the vehicle’s substantial size and weight and the modest output of its powertrain, it delivers acceleration that is far from brisk. The dash from 0 to 96 km/h takes approximately nine seconds—adequate for daily commuting but not aimed at performance-oriented drivers.
Still, the Mirai offers its own type of appeal. For those navigating traffic in affluent areas like Beverly Hills, where sustainability messaging and environmental awareness hold social cachet, the quiet, smooth, and eco-conscious driving experience may feel perfectly suited to the lifestyle of its niche customer base.