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Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Mitsubishi Colt comparison

Compare performance (650 HP vs 143 HP), boot space and price (39,000 £ vs 18,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 6 or Mitsubishi Colt?

Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Mitsubishi Colt: Key differences

Hyundai IONIQ 6

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  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space
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Mitsubishi Colt

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

IONIQ 6

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 18,200 £ , while the Hyundai IONIQ 6 costs 39,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,880 £.

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 Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers considerably more power – delivering 650 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 507 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the Mitsubishi Colt takes 9.3 s. That’s about 6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 6 delivers considerably more torque with 770 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 610 Nm more.

IONIQ 6

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 clearly lighter – 1,189 kg compared to 1,892 kg. The difference is around 703 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers barely more boot space – 401 L compared to 391 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 carries somewhat more – 438 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £39,000
IONIQ 6

Hyundai IONIQ 6

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.4 - 18.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 487 - 680 km
Hyundai IONIQ 6
Mitsubishi Colt

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Hyundai IONIQ 6

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 glides down the road with a poise that feels more runway model than commuter car, its sleek silhouette promising efficiency without trying too hard. Inside, a calm, minimalist cabin packed with clever, usable tech makes it a compelling choice for buyers who want electric motoring that's smart, stylish and quietly practical.

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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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Hyundai IONIQ 6
Mitsubishi Colt

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,000 - 65,100 £
Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.4 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
487 - 680 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
96 - 119 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,892 - 2,241 kg
Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
Trunk capacity
371 - 401 L
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Length
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Length
4,053 mm
Width
1,880 - 1,940 mm
Width
1,798 mm
Height
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Height
1,439 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
979 - 1,069 L
Payload
386 - 438 kg
Payload
381 - 385 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Power HP
91 - 143 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
174 km/h
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
148 - 160 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Power kW
67 - 105 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Hyundai
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Mitsubishi
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