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Citroen C3 vs Mitsubishi Colt - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (113 HP vs 143 HP), boot space and price (13700 £ vs 18200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C3 or Mitsubishi Colt?

Citroen C3

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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Mitsubishi Colt

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

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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.

Citroen C3 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 13700 £ , while the Mitsubishi Colt costs 18200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4457 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mitsubishi Colt manages with 4.20 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the Citroen C3 with 5 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.

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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 Mitsubishi Colt has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 143 HP compared to 113 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Colt is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 9.30 s, while the Citroen C3 takes 9.90 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mitsubishi Colt performs distinct better – reaching 174 km/h, while the Citroen C3 tops out at 132 km/h. The difference is around 42 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Citroen C3 pulls evident stronger with 205 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 45 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mitsubishi Colt is hardly perceptible lighter – 1189 kg compared to 1226 kg. The difference is around 37 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mitsubishi Colt offers evident more room – 391 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 81 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C3 performs a bit better – up to 1220 L, which is about 151 L more than the Mitsubishi Colt.

When it comes to payload, Citroen C3 hardly perceptible takes the win – 423 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 38 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Citroen C3 holds a very small edge 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.

Citroen C3
Mitsubishi Colt

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Citroen C3

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 101 - 113 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 5.6 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.6 - 17.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 206 - 325 km

Citroen C3

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The Citroën C3 is a cheeky little city car that turns heads with its bold, quirky styling and a surprisingly comfy, well-thought-out interior. It’s an ideal companion for urban life — easy to park, friendly to drive and built to make everyday trips feel a bit more fun without breaking the bank.

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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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Citroen C3
Mitsubishi Colt

Costs and Consumption

Price
13700 - 24600 £
Price
18200 - 25000 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
206 - 325 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 126 g/km
co2
96 - 119 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1226 - 1518 kg
Curb weight
1189 - 1380 kg
Trunk capacity
310 L
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Length
4015 mm
Length
4053 mm
Width
1755 mm
Width
1798 mm
Height
1567 mm
Height
1439 mm
Max trunk capacity
1220 L
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1069 L
Payload
227 - 423 kg
Payload
381 - 385 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
101 - 113 HP
Power HP
91 - 143 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 12 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
Max Speed
125 - 132 km/h
Max Speed
174 km/h
Torque
120 - 205 Nm
Torque
148 - 160 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
74 - 83 kW
Power kW
67 - 105 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2026
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Mitsubishi
What drive types are available for the Citroen C3?

The Citroen C3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.