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Audi A1 vs Mitsubishi Space Star comparison

Compare performance (207 HP vs 71 HP), boot space and price (20,000 £ vs 11,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A1 or Mitsubishi Space Star?

Audi A1 vs Mitsubishi Space Star: Key differences

Audi A1

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  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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Mitsubishi Space Star

  • substantially cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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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 Space Star is substantially cheaper – starting at 11,600 £ , while the Audi A1 costs 20,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,323 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Space Star uses 4.9 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Audi A1 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Space Star

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A1 offers significantly more power – delivering 207 HP compared to 71 HP. That’s roughly 136 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 Space Star takes 14.1 s. That’s about 7.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A1 delivers significantly more torque with 320 Nm compared to 102 Nm. That’s about 218 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, Mitsubishi Space Star is markedly lighter – 940 kg compared to 1,175 kg. The difference is around 235 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A1 offers markedly more boot space – 335 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 100 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A1 carries slightly more – 470 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A1 is clearly superior overall 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 Space Star

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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 Space Star

The Mitsubishi Space Star is a tidy, no-nonsense city car that squeezes surprising interior space into a compact, easy-to-park package. It's not a thrill-seeker's toy, but for buyers after low running costs, fuss-free reliability and sensible day-to-day practicality, it's a clever and cheerful choice that keeps your wallet and nerves happy.

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Audi A1
Mitsubishi Space Star

Costs and Consumption

Price
20,000 - 28,800 £
Price
11,600 - 18,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
118 - 146 g/km
co2
112 - 125 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
35 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
940 - 1,011 kg
Trunk capacity
335 L
Trunk capacity
209 - 235 L
Length
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Length
3,845 mm
Width
1,740 - 1,756 mm
Width
1,665 mm
Height
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Height
1,505 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
881 - 912 L
Payload
410 - 470 kg
Payload
359 - 400 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 207 HP
Power HP
71 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 11.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.1 - 15.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
163 - 167 km/h
Torque
175 - 320 Nm
Torque
102 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
70 - 152 kW
Power kW
52 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,193 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,020 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mitsubishi
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