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Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Mitsubishi Space Star comparison

Compare performance (650 HP vs 71 HP), boot space and price (39,000 £ vs 11,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 6 or Mitsubishi Space Star?

Hyundai IONIQ 6 vs Mitsubishi Space Star: Key differences

Hyundai IONIQ 6

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Mitsubishi Space Star

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 Space Star is significantly cheaper – starting at 11,600 £ , while the Hyundai IONIQ 6 costs 39,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,394 £.

Space Star

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 significantly more power – delivering 650 HP compared to 71 HP. That’s roughly 579 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the Mitsubishi Space Star takes 14.1 s. That’s about 10.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 6 delivers substantially more torque with 770 Nm compared to 102 Nm. That’s about 668 Nm more.

IONIQ 6

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Space Star is significantly lighter – 940 kg compared to 1,892 kg. The difference is around 952 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 offers clearly more boot space – 401 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 166 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 carries very slightly more – 438 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 38 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 is clearly superior overall 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 Space Star

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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 Space Star

The Mitsubishi Space Star is a tidy, no-nonsense city car that squeezes surprising interior space into a compact, easy-to-park package. It's not a thrill-seeker's toy, but for buyers after low running costs, fuss-free reliability and sensible day-to-day practicality, it's a clever and cheerful choice that keeps your wallet and nerves happy.

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Hyundai IONIQ 6
Mitsubishi Space Star

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,000 - 65,100 £
Price
11,600 - 18,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.4 - 18.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
487 - 680 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
112 - 125 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
35 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
1,892 - 2,241 kg
Curb weight
940 - 1,011 kg
Trunk capacity
371 - 401 L
Trunk capacity
209 - 235 L
Length
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Length
3,845 mm
Width
1,880 - 1,940 mm
Width
1,665 mm
Height
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Height
1,505 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
881 - 912 L
Payload
386 - 438 kg
Payload
359 - 400 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Power HP
71 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 8.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.1 - 15.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
163 - 167 km/h
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
102 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Power kW
52 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,193 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,020 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mitsubishi
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