VS

Kia Picanto vs Mitsubishi Colt comparison

Compare performance (68 HP vs 143 HP), boot space and price (15,100 £ vs 18,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Picanto or Mitsubishi Colt?

Kia Picanto vs Mitsubishi Colt: Key differences

Kia Picanto

4.4 (4 Reviews)
rate
  • visibly cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
details

Mitsubishi Colt

  • significantly more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
details

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Picanto

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.

Kia Picanto is visibly cheaper – starting at 15,100 £ , while the Mitsubishi Colt costs 18,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,085 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Colt uses 4.2 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Kia Picanto with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 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 significantly more power – delivering 143 HP compared to 68 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Colt is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 9.3 s, while the Kia Picanto takes 14.6 s. That’s about 5.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mitsubishi Colt delivers markedly more torque with 160 Nm compared to 96 Nm. That’s about 64 Nm more.

Picanto

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, Kia Picanto is only slightly lighter – 1,124 kg compared to 1,189 kg. The difference is around 65 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi Colt offers markedly more boot space – 391 L compared to 255 L. That’s a difference of about 136 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mitsubishi Colt carries somewhat more – 385 kg compared to 332 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi Colt is decisively ahead 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 £18,200
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
Kia Picanto
Mitsubishi Colt

Costs and Consumption

View detailed analysis

Engine and Performance

View detailed analysis

Dimensions and Body

View detailed analysis

Kia Picanto

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.

details

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.

details
Kia Picanto
Mitsubishi Colt

Costs and Consumption

Price
15,100 - 19,500 £
Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
126 - 134 g/km
co2
96 - 119 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,124 - 1,131 kg
Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
Trunk capacity
255 L
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Length
-
Length
4,053 mm
Width
1,595 mm
Width
1,798 mm
Height
-
Height
1,439 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1,069 L
Payload
253 - 332 kg
Payload
381 - 385 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
68 HP
Power HP
91 - 143 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.6 - 17.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
174 km/h
Torque
96 Nm
Torque
148 - 160 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
50 kW
Power kW
67 - 105 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mitsubishi
DriveDuel uses data analysis and artificial intelligence to evaluate vehicle data and create content. Content is regularly reviewed and improved. The displayed prices are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted to the respective country’s VAT. Country-specific registration taxes are not included. This information is not legally binding.