Compare performance (140 HP vs 143 HP), boot space and price (24,300 £ vs 18,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Ceed Sportswagon 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 clearly cheaper – starting at 18,200 £ , while the Kia Ceed Sportswagon costs 24,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,172 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Colt uses 4.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Kia Ceed Sportswagon with 6 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.
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 Mitsubishi Colt offers marginally more power – delivering 143 HP compared to 140 HP. That’s roughly 3 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Colt is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 9.3 s, while the Kia Ceed Sportswagon takes 9.7 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia Ceed Sportswagon delivers markedly more torque with 253 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 93 Nm more.
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 a bit lighter – 1,189 kg compared to 1,335 kg. The difference is around 146 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Ceed Sportswagon carries markedly more – 485 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.
The Mitsubishi Colt 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.
The Kia Ceed Sportswagon is a sensible and surprisingly stylish family wagon that turns daily chores into a bit less of a grind. Practical, comfortable and packed with thoughtful touches where they matter, it’s a smart choice for buyers who want usefulness without sacrificing personality.
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
24,300 - 27,200 £
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Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 6.4 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
137 - 146 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
Estate
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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
1,335 - 1,437 kg
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Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
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Trunk capacity
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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
1,800 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
463 - 485 kg
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Payload
381 - 385 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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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
100 - 140 HP
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Power HP
91 - 143 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.7 - 13.5 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 - 253 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
74 - 103 kW
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Power kW
67 - 105 kW
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Engine capacity
998 - 1,482 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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