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Mercedes A Class Saloon vs Mitsubishi Colt comparison

Compare performance (320 HP vs 143 HP), boot space and price (32,700 £ vs 18,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A Class Saloon or Mitsubishi Colt?

Mercedes A Class Saloon vs Mitsubishi Colt: Key differences

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • clearly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Mitsubishi Colt

  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

A Class Saloon

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 Mercedes A Class Saloon costs 32,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,559 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes A Class Saloon uses 0.7 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mitsubishi Colt with 4.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes A Class Saloon offers clearly more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 177 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the Mitsubishi Colt takes 9.3 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes A Class Saloon is markedly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Colt tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 76 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes A Class Saloon delivers clearly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 290 Nm more.

A Class Saloon

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 noticeably lighter – 1,189 kg compared to 1,450 kg. The difference is around 261 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes A Class Saloon offers only slightly more boot space – 395 L compared to 391 L. That’s a difference of about 4 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class Saloon carries noticeably more – 490 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes A Class Saloon 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 £32,700
A Class Saloon

Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.7 - 8.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 88 km
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Mercedes A Class Saloon

The Mercedes A‑Class Saloon blends compact practicality with premium flair, wrapping a surprisingly spacious interior in a slick, modern package that feels more grown-up than its hatchback sibling. It’s an ideal choice for city drivers who want Mercedes polish and cutting-edge tech without the ostentation of a larger saloon, and it even manages to make the daily commute feel a little bit special.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 8.1 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
88 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
16 - 184 g/km
co2
96 - 119 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 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
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Length
4,053 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Width
1,798 mm
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Height
1,439 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1,069 L
Payload
475 - 490 kg
Payload
381 - 385 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
91 - 143 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
174 km/h
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
148 - 160 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
67 - 105 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, G, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Mitsubishi
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes A Class Saloon have?

The Mercedes A Class Saloon is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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