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Mercedes C-Class Saloon vs Mitsubishi Colt comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 143 HP), boot space and price (41,300 £ vs 18,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C-Class Saloon or Mitsubishi Colt?

Mercedes C-Class Saloon vs Mitsubishi Colt: Key differences

Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately more trunk space
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Mitsubishi Colt

  • considerably cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

C-Class Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mitsubishi Colt is considerably cheaper – starting at 18,200 £ , while the Mercedes C-Class Saloon costs 41,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,163 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Colt uses 4.2 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Mercedes C-Class Saloon with 4.5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

Colt

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers considerably more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 537 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Mitsubishi Colt takes 9.3 s. That’s about 5.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon delivers significantly more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 860 Nm more.

C-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 considerably lighter – 1,189 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 506 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers moderately more boot space – 455 L compared to 391 L. That’s a difference of about 64 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon carries noticeably more – 570 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 185 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C-Class Saloon is far ahead overall 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 £41,300
C-Class Saloon

Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 183 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.5 - 9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 11 km
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Mercedes C-Class Saloon

The Mercedes C‑Class is the compact executive that dresses like it owns the boulevard, with an interior that blends modern elegance and plush comfort to make everyday driving feel unexpectedly special. On the road it pairs poise with a hint of cheeky agility, rewarding drivers who want refinement without forfeiting a touch of fun — and yes, it still looks great in the driveway.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 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
11 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
119 - 205 g/km
co2
96 - 119 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Length
-
Length
4,053 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Width
1,798 mm
Height
-
Height
1,439 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1,069 L
Payload
485 - 570 kg
Payload
381 - 385 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Power HP
91 - 143 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
174 km/h
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Torque
148 - 160 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Power kW
67 - 105 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3

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

The Mercedes C-Class Saloon is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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