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Dacia Sandero vs Mitsubishi Colt – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Dacia Sandero or Mitsubishi Colt fits your lifestyle better.

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.

Dacia Sandero has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 10700 £, while the Mitsubishi Colt costs 18200 £. That’s a price difference of around 7457 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mitsubishi Colt manages with 4.20 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Dacia Sandero with 5.30 L. The difference is about 1.10 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Mitsubishi Colt has a distinct edge – offering 143 HP compared to 110 HP. That’s roughly 33 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Colt is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 9.30 s, while the Dacia Sandero takes 10 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Dacia Sandero performs slight better – reaching 183 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Colt tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 9 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Dacia Sandero pulls somewhat stronger with 200 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 40 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, Dacia Sandero is minimal lighter – 1089 kg compared to 1189 kg. The difference is around 100 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mitsubishi Colt offers somewhat more room – 391 L compared to 328 L. That’s a difference of about 63 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Dacia Sandero performs barely noticeable better – up to 1108 L, which is about 39 L more than the Mitsubishi Colt.

When it comes to payload, Dacia Sandero slightly takes the win – 436 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 51 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mitsubishi Colt proves to be wins by a narrow margin and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mitsubishi Colt is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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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
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Dacia Sandero

The Dacia Sandero is the everyman's hatchback — unpretentious, practical and brilliantly affordable, with sensible space and straightforward charm where it matters most. It won't wow in the premium lane, but for buyers who want honest, dependable transport without showroom theatrics, the Sandero is a clever, no‑nonsense pick that keeps running costs low and grin levels high.

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Mitsubishi Colt

The Mitsubishi Colt is a compact hatchback that combines practicality with a sleek design, making it an appealing choice for city drivers. Its efficient engine offers a balance of performance and fuel economy, which is ideal for everyday commuting. Inside, the Colt provides a comfortable cabin with intuitive controls and ample boot space for its class.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
10700 - 16700 £
Price
18200 - 25000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 7.1 L
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L
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
105 - 140 g/km
co2
96 - 119 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
32 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1089 - 1209 kg
Curb weight
1189 - 1380 kg
Trunk capacity
328 L
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Length
4088 - 4099 mm
Length
4053 mm
Width
1848 mm
Width
1798 mm
Height
1499 - 1535 mm
Height
1439 mm
Max trunk capacity
1108 L
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1069 L
Payload
404 - 436 kg
Payload
381 - 385 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, LPG
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
67 - 110 HP
Power HP
91 - 143 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10 - 16.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
Max Speed
158 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
174 km/h
Torque
95 - 200 Nm
Torque
148 - 160 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
49 - 81 kW
Power kW
67 - 105 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1598 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Mitsubishi

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What drive types are available for the Dacia Sandero?

The Dacia Sandero is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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