Compare performance (150 HP vs 143 HP), boot space and price (24,600 £ vs 18,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i30 or Mitsubishi Colt?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mitsubishi Colt is visibly cheaper – starting at 18,200 £ , while the Hyundai i30 costs 24,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,395 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Colt uses 4.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Hyundai i30 with 5.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 L/100km.
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 Hyundai i30 offers only slightly more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai i30 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.9 s, while the Mitsubishi Colt takes 9.3 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai i30 delivers clearly more torque with 250 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Colt is slightly lighter – 1,189 kg compared to 1,315 kg. The difference is around 126 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Hyundai i30 offers only slightly more boot space – 395 L compared to 391 L. That’s a difference of about 4 L.
When it comes to payload, the Hyundai i30 carries noticeably more – 485 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.
The Mitsubishi Colt stands out in the key areas 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 Hyundai i30 proves that sensible can also be stylish, offering a confident driving character wrapped in neat, modern design. It serves up a roomy, well-equipped cabin and composed ride that make everyday motoring feel like a clever purchase rather than a compromise.
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
24,600 - 31,400 £
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Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.9 - 6.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
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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
134 - 142 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
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,315 - 1,435 kg
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Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
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Trunk capacity
395 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
1,795 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
445 - 485 kg
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Payload
381 - 385 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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
115 - 150 HP
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Power HP
91 - 143 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 11.7 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
172 - 250 Nm
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Torque
148 - 160 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
85 - 110 kW
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Power kW
67 - 105 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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