Compare performance (517 HP vs 143 HP), boot space and price (59,200 £ vs 18,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Han or Mitsubishi Colt?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mitsubishi Colt is clearly cheaper – starting at 18,200 £ , while the BYD Han costs 59,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40,998 £.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the BYD Han offers substantially more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 374 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Han is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Mitsubishi Colt takes 9.3 s. That’s about 5.4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the BYD Han is marginally faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Colt tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 6 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Han delivers clearly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 540 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.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Colt is clearly lighter – 1,189 kg compared to 2,325 kg. The difference is around 1,136 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BYD Han offers marginally more boot space – 410 L compared to 391 L. That’s a difference of about 19 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mitsubishi Colt carries moderately more – 385 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.
The BYD Han is decisively ahead 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 BYD Han is a sleek, cinematic fastback saloon that pairs dramatic styling with a surprisingly plush cabin and a genuinely high-tech feel. It undercuts established rivals on price while delivering composed handling, generous equipment and long-legged electric confidence — a car that will make badge-conscious buyers sit up and take notice.
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
59,200 - 62,200 £
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Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
521 km
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
96 - 119 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,325 kg
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Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
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Trunk capacity
410 L
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Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
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Length
4,995 mm
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Length
4,053 mm
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Width
1,910 mm
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Width
1,798 mm
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Height
1,495 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
335 kg
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Payload
381 - 385 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
517 HP
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Power HP
91 - 143 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
174 km/h
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Torque
700 Nm
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Torque
148 - 160 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
380 kW
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Power kW
67 - 105 kW
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Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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Brand
BYD
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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