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Audi A1 vs Mitsubishi Colt comparison

Compare performance (207 HP vs 143 HP), boot space and price (20,000 £ vs 18,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A1 or Mitsubishi Colt?

Audi A1 vs Mitsubishi Colt: Key differences

Audi A1

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  • markedly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
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Mitsubishi Colt

  • barely cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A1

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mitsubishi Colt is barely cheaper – starting at 18,200 £ , while the Audi A1 costs 20,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,809 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Colt uses 4.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Audi A1 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

Colt

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A1 offers markedly more power – delivering 207 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 64 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A1 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Mitsubishi Colt takes 9.3 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A1 delivers considerably more torque with 320 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm more.

A1

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A1 is marginally lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,189 kg. The difference is around 14 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi Colt offers slightly more boot space – 391 L compared to 335 L. That’s a difference of about 56 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A1 carries a bit more – 470 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A1 stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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A1

Audi A1

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 95 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
Audi A1
Mitsubishi Colt

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Audi A1

The Audi A1 is a compact premium hatch that wraps Audi's polished design and surprisingly grown-up cabin into a city-friendly package. It’s poised and fun to drive, a smart pick for buyers who want luxury flair without the fuss of a bigger car — and it makes tight parking feel almost enjoyable.

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Mitsubishi Colt

The Mitsubishi Colt is a compact city hatch that blends sensible practicality with cheeky, no-nonsense styling, making it a confident companion for tight streets and daily errands. It may not be a playground for driving purists, but its easy-to-live-with manners, modest running costs and surprisingly roomy cabin make it a smart, sensible pick for urban buyers who value reliability over showmanship.

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Mitsubishi Colt

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,000 - 28,800 £
Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
118 - 146 g/km
co2
96 - 119 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,365 kg
Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
Trunk capacity
335 L
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Length
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Length
4,053 mm
Width
1,740 - 1,756 mm
Width
1,798 mm
Height
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Height
1,439 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1,069 L
Payload
410 - 470 kg
Payload
381 - 385 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 207 HP
Power HP
91 - 143 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 11.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
174 km/h
Torque
175 - 320 Nm
Torque
148 - 160 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
70 - 152 kW
Power kW
67 - 105 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mitsubishi
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