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Kia Niro vs Mitsubishi Colt comparison

Compare performance (138 HP vs 143 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 18,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or Mitsubishi Colt?

Kia Niro vs Mitsubishi Colt: Key differences

Kia Niro

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • a bit more trunk space
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Mitsubishi Colt

  • substantially cheaper
  • barely more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly 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

Niro

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mitsubishi Colt is substantially cheaper – starting at 18,200 £ , while the Kia Niro costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,972 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Colt uses 4.2 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Kia Niro with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 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 Mitsubishi Colt offers barely more power – delivering 143 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 5 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Colt is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 9.3 s, while the Kia Niro takes 11.1 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

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

Niro

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 markedly lighter – 1,189 kg compared to 1,474 kg. The difference is around 285 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Niro offers a bit more boot space – 451 L compared to 391 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Niro carries somewhat more – 466 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 81 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi Colt holds a solid 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.

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Colt

Mitsubishi Colt

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 91 - 143 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
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Kia Niro

The Kia Niro is a practical crossover that blends economy and everyday versatility without sacrificing comfort. With a roomy, well-laid-out cabin and calm, composed handling, it’s an easy-to-live-with choice for commuters and families.

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4.6 (4 Reviews)
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pip
11 Jul 2026, 08:42:12

nice size, roomy for passengers, lots of bells and whistles as standard, magnificent fuel economy,well made , 7 year warranty

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Archi
25 Mar 2026, 13:11:41

Efficient, functional, understated, spacious and comfortable. No surprises: it delivers what it promises and does its job without fanfare. Good buy.

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I've been driving the Kia Niro since 2019 and am still very happy with this car.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
102 - 111 g/km
co2
96 - 119 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,474 kg
Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
Trunk capacity
451 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
466 kg
Payload
381 - 385 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
138 HP
Power HP
91 - 143 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
174 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
148 - 160 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
102 kW
Power kW
67 - 105 kW
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mitsubishi
What drive types are available for the Kia Niro?

The Kia Niro is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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