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DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Mitsubishi Colt comparison

Compare performance (156 HP vs 143 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 18,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – DS Automobiles DS 3 or Mitsubishi Colt?

DS Automobiles DS 3 vs Mitsubishi Colt: Key differences

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • marginally more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mitsubishi Colt

  • considerably cheaper
  • slightly more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

DS 3

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mitsubishi Colt is considerably cheaper – starting at 18,200 £ , while the DS Automobiles DS 3 costs 29,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,340 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Colt uses 4.2 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the DS Automobiles DS 3 with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

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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 DS Automobiles DS 3 offers marginally more power – delivering 156 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the DS Automobiles DS 3 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.1 s, while the Mitsubishi Colt takes 9.3 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the DS Automobiles DS 3 delivers markedly more torque with 260 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

DS 3

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, Mitsubishi Colt is only slightly lighter – 1,189 kg compared to 1,249 kg. The difference is around 60 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi Colt offers slightly more boot space – 391 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 41 L.

When it comes to payload, the DS Automobiles DS 3 carries a bit more – 466 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 81 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 has the upper hand 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.

from £29,500
DS 3

DS Automobiles DS 3

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 400 km
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The DS 3 is a chic, compact premium hatch that stands out with couture styling and an interior that feels more boutique than bargain-bin. It serves up a poised, city-friendly drive with plenty of French flair — ideal for buyers who want personality as much as practicality and don’t mind turning heads at the lights.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,500 - 37,600 £
Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
400 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 112 g/km
co2
96 - 119 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,249 - 1,646 kg
Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Length
-
Length
4,053 mm
Width
1,791 mm
Width
1,798 mm
Height
-
Height
1,439 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1,069 L
Payload
362 - 466 kg
Payload
381 - 385 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
145 - 156 HP
Power HP
91 - 143 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 9.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
174 km/h
Torque
230 - 260 Nm
Torque
148 - 160 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
107 - 115 kW
Power kW
67 - 105 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
DS Automobiles
Brand
Mitsubishi
What drive types are available for the DS Automobiles DS 3?

The DS Automobiles DS 3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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