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Hyundai Kona vs Mitsubishi Colt comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 143 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 18,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Mitsubishi Colt?

Hyundai Kona vs Mitsubishi Colt: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

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  • visibly more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space
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Mitsubishi Colt

  • markedly cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • somewhat 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

Kona

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mitsubishi Colt is markedly cheaper – starting at 18,200 £ , while the Hyundai Kona costs 23,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,895 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Colt uses 4.2 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Hyundai Kona with 4.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

Colt

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai Kona offers visibly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 61 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Kona is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 8.1 s, while the Mitsubishi Colt takes 9.3 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Kona delivers markedly more torque with 265 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 105 Nm more.

Kona

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 Colt is somewhat lighter – 1,189 kg compared to 1,370 kg. The difference is around 181 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers a bit more boot space – 466 L compared to 391 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Kona carries noticeably more – 490 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Kona holds a decisive overall lead 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 £23,100
Kona

Hyundai Kona

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 380 - 510 km
Hyundai Kona
Mitsubishi Colt

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Hyundai Kona

The Hyundai Kona wears its personality on the outside with bold styling and sprightly handling that turns city driving into something a little more fun than a commute. It blends practical space, modern tech and sensible running costs into a compact, stylish package — a smart pick if you want flair without paying luxury prices.

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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 Kona
Mitsubishi Colt

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,100 - 41,900 £
Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
380 - 510 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 163 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
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Length
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Length
4,053 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,798 mm
Height
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Height
1,439 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1,069 L
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
381 - 385 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Power HP
91 - 143 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
174 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
148 - 160 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
67 - 105 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mitsubishi
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