Compare performance (102 HP vs 143 HP), boot space and price (14,500 £ vs 18,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Spring or Mitsubishi Colt?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Dacia Spring is markedly cheaper – starting at 14,500 £ , while the Mitsubishi Colt costs 18,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,677 £.
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 noticeably more power – delivering 143 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Colt is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 9.3 s, while the Dacia Spring takes 9.6 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mitsubishi Colt delivers somewhat more torque with 160 Nm compared to 137 Nm. That’s about 23 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Mitsubishi Colt offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Dacia Spring is moderately lighter – 1,070 kg compared to 1,189 kg. The difference is around 119 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi Colt offers visibly more boot space – 391 L compared to 308 L. That’s a difference of about 83 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mitsubishi Colt carries visibly more – 385 kg compared to 274 kg. That’s a difference of about 111 kg.
The Mitsubishi Colt is barely 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 Dacia Spring is an unpretentious city electric that strips EV ownership down to the essentials, offering clean, fuss-free transport for daily urban life. It won't impress luxury-seekers, but its cheerful practicality and rock-bottom running costs make it a clever, no-nonsense choice for anyone who wants electric mobility without the drama.
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
14,500 - 16,900 £
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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
12.4 - 12.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
221 - 225 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
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,070 kg
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Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
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Trunk capacity
308 L
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Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
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Length
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Length
4,053 mm
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Width
1,583 mm
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Width
1,798 mm
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Height
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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
274 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
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
70 - 102 HP
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Power HP
91 - 143 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.6 - 12.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
174 km/h
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Torque
137 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
52 - 75 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
2025
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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
Dacia
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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