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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
99,400 - 165,800 £
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Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
180 - 255 g/km
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co2
96 - 119 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
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Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Convertible
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
2
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,915 - 2,125 kg
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Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
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Trunk capacity
350 L
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Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
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Length
4,851 - 4,867 mm
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Length
4,053 mm
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Width
1,902 - 1,907 mm
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Width
1,798 mm
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Height
1,345 - 1,353 mm
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Height
1,439 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
979 - 1,069 L
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Payload
340 - 425 kg
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Payload
381 - 385 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
333 - 625 HP
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Power HP
91 - 143 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
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Max Speed
250 km/h
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Max Speed
174 km/h
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Torque
500 - 750 Nm
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Torque
148 - 160 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
245 - 460 kW
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Power kW
67 - 105 kW
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Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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