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Dacia Sandero vs Mitsubishi Colt comparison

Compare performance (122 HP vs 143 HP), boot space and price (11,000 £ vs 18,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Sandero or Mitsubishi Colt?

Dacia Sandero vs Mitsubishi Colt: Key differences

Dacia Sandero

3.7 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • very slightly lighter

Mitsubishi Colt

  • moderately more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Sandero

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Dacia Sandero is considerably cheaper – starting at 11,000 £ , while the Mitsubishi Colt costs 18,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,200 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Colt uses 4.2 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Dacia Sandero with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 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 Mitsubishi Colt offers moderately more power – delivering 143 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 21 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Colt is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.3 s, while the Dacia Sandero takes 9.7 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Dacia Sandero delivers somewhat more torque with 200 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

Sandero

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Dacia Sandero is very slightly lighter – 1,100 kg compared to 1,189 kg. The difference is around 89 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi Colt offers marginally more boot space – 391 L compared to 372 L. That’s a difference of about 19 L.

When it comes to payload, the Dacia Sandero carries moderately more – 436 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 51 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi Colt shows a few small advantages 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.

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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
Dacia Sandero
Mitsubishi Colt

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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 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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Dacia Sandero
Mitsubishi Colt

Costs and Consumption

Price
11,000 - 16,300 £
Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 7.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
111 - 131 g/km
co2
96 - 119 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,100 - 1,297 kg
Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
Trunk capacity
372 L
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Length
-
Length
4,053 mm
Width
1,853 mm
Width
1,798 mm
Height
-
Height
1,439 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1,069 L
Payload
385 - 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, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
67 - 122 HP
Power HP
91 - 143 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 16.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
Max Speed
-
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 - 90 kW
Power kW
67 - 105 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Mitsubishi
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