Compare performance (68 HP vs 143 HP), boot space and price (15300 £ vs 18200 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Picanto or Mitsubishi Colt?
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.
Kia Picanto has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 15300 £, while the Mitsubishi Colt costs 18200 £. That’s a price difference of around 2862 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mitsubishi Colt manages with 4.20 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Kia Picanto with 5.60 L. The difference is about 1.40 L per 100 km.
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 has a significantly edge – offering 143 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Colt is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.30 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.60 s. That’s about 5.30 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mitsubishi Colt performs slight better – reaching 174 km/h, while the Kia Picanto tops out at 162 km/h. The difference is around 12 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mitsubishi Colt pulls evident stronger with 160 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 64 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Kia Picanto is slight lighter – 1124 kg compared to 1189 kg. The difference is around 65 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mitsubishi Colt offers distinct more room – 391 L compared to 255 L. That’s a difference of about 136 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mitsubishi Colt performs barely noticeable better – up to 1069 L, which is about 59 L more than the Kia Picanto.
When it comes to payload, Mitsubishi Colt slightly takes the win – 385 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 kg.
Overall, the Mitsubishi Colt shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
Kia Picanto is a cheeky city hatch that squeezes surprising style, practicality and a smile-inducing drive into a pocket-friendly package. It’s ideal for urban buyers who want fuss-free running, effortless parking and a car that punches above its class without pretending to be anything it’s not.
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
15300 - 19300 £
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Price
18200 - 25000 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 5.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L
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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
127 - 135 g/km
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co2
96 - 119 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
35 L
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Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
4 - 5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1124 - 1131 kg
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Curb weight
1189 - 1380 kg
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Trunk capacity
255 L
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Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
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Length
3605 mm
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Length
4053 mm
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Width
1595 mm
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Width
1798 mm
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Height
1485 mm
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Height
1439 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1010 L
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Max trunk capacity
979 - 1069 L
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Payload
253 - 332 kg
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Payload
381 - 385 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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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, Automated Manual
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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
68 HP
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Power HP
91 - 143 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
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Max Speed
160 - 162 km/h
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Max Speed
174 km/h
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Torque
96 Nm
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Torque
148 - 160 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
50 kW
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Power kW
67 - 105 kW
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Engine capacity
998 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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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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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.