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BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Mitsubishi Colt comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 143 HP), boot space and price (99,400 £ vs 18,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Convertible or Mitsubishi Colt?

BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Mitsubishi Colt: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Convertible

  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mitsubishi Colt

  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

8 Series Convertible

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mitsubishi Colt is clearly cheaper – starting at 18,200 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 81,266 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Colt uses 4.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Convertible with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/100km.

Colt

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 BMW 8 Series Convertible offers clearly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 482 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the Mitsubishi Colt takes 9.3 s. That’s about 6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is markedly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Colt tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 76 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Convertible delivers considerably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 590 Nm more.

8 Series Convertible

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Mitsubishi Colt offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Colt is substantially lighter – 1,189 kg compared to 1,915 kg. The difference is around 726 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi Colt offers moderately more boot space – 391 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 41 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 8 Series Convertible carries only slightly more – 425 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi Colt 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.

from £18,200
Colt

Mitsubishi Colt

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 91 - 143 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
BMW 8 Series Convertible
Mitsubishi Colt

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BMW 8 Series Convertible

The BMW 8 Series Convertible is a head-turning grand tourer that drops its roof with the kind of theatrical flourish you expect from a modern Bavarian showboat. It wraps occupants in sumptuous materials and driver-focused polish, offering effortless long-distance comfort and just enough drama to make every arrival feel like an occasion.

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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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BMW 8 Series Convertible
Mitsubishi Colt

Costs and Consumption

Price
99,400 - 165,800 £
Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 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
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Battery Capacity
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co2
180 - 255 g/km
co2
96 - 119 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,915 - 2,125 kg
Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Length
4,851 - 4,867 mm
Length
4,053 mm
Width
1,902 - 1,907 mm
Width
1,798 mm
Height
1,345 - 1,353 mm
Height
1,439 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
979 - 1,069 L
Payload
340 - 425 kg
Payload
381 - 385 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
91 - 143 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
174 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
148 - 160 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
67 - 105 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mitsubishi
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