Compare performance (143 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (18,200 £ vs 192,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Colt or Aston Martin DB12?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mitsubishi Colt is substantially cheaper – starting at 18,200 £ , while the Aston Martin DB12 costs 192,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 174,695 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Colt uses 4.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Aston Martin DB12 with 12.2 L/100km. The difference is about 8 L/100km.
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 Aston Martin DB12 offers significantly 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 Aston Martin DB12 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Mitsubishi Colt takes 9.3 s. That’s about 5.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DB12 delivers substantially more torque with 800 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 640 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mitsubishi Colt offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Colt is considerably lighter – 1,189 kg compared to 1,788 kg. The difference is around 599 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi Colt offers visibly more boot space – 391 L compared to 262 L. That’s a difference of about 129 L.
The Mitsubishi Colt 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.
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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The Aston Martin DB12 is a gorgeously styled grand tourer that fuses beguiling elegance with a fiercely driver-focused personality while wrapping occupants in luxury. If you want a car that turns heads on the street and makes long journeys feel like an event, the DB12 provides effortless poise and an intoxicating soundtrack—perfect for buyers who prefer their drama tailored rather than shouty.
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Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
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Price
192,900 - 209,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
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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
96 - 119 g/km
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co2
276 - 278 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Coupe, Convertible
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Seats
5
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Seats
4
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
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Curb weight
1,788 - 1,898 kg
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Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
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Trunk capacity
206 - 262 L
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Length
4,053 mm
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Length
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Width
1,798 mm
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Width
1,980 mm
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Height
1,439 mm
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
979 - 1,069 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
381 - 385 kg
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Payload
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
91 - 143 HP
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Power HP
680 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 3.7 s
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Max Speed
174 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
148 - 160 Nm
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Torque
800 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
8
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Power kW
67 - 105 kW
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Power kW
500 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
3,982 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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Brand
Aston Martin
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