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Lexus ES vs Mitsubishi Colt comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 143 HP), boot space and price (46,600 £ vs 18,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or Mitsubishi Colt?

Lexus ES vs Mitsubishi Colt: Key differences

Lexus ES

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  • markedly more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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Mitsubishi Colt

  • significantly cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • clearly 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

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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 significantly cheaper – starting at 18,200 £ , while the Lexus ES costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,423 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Colt uses 4.2 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Lexus ES with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 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 Lexus ES offers markedly more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus ES is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.9 s, while the Mitsubishi Colt takes 9.3 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lexus ES is only slightly faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Colt tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 6 km/h.

ES

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Colt is clearly lighter – 1,189 kg compared to 1,680 kg. The difference is around 491 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus ES offers slightly more boot space – 454 L compared to 391 L. That’s a difference of about 63 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus ES carries a bit more – 470 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi Colt 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 £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
Lexus ES
Mitsubishi Colt

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Lexus ES

The Lexus ES delivers a supremely comfortable, quietly luxurious experience that favors serene cruising over sporting theatrics. It wraps everyday practicality, top-notch build quality and unimpeachable reliability in a handsome, grown-up package that will appeal to buyers who prize calm refinement over headline-grabbing excitement.

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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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Lexus ES
Mitsubishi Colt

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
115 g/km
co2
96 - 119 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
Trunk capacity
454 L
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Length
4,975 mm
Length
4,053 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,798 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Height
1,439 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1,069 L
Payload
470 kg
Payload
381 - 385 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
91 - 143 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
174 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
148 - 160 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
67 - 105 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Mitsubishi
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