Compare performance (143 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (18,200 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Colt or Land Rover Discovery Sport?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mitsubishi Colt is clearly cheaper – starting at 18,200 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery Sport costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,295 £.
Both cars consume an average of 4.2 L/100km – no difference here.
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 Land Rover Discovery Sport offers clearly more power – delivering 269 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 126 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Discovery Sport is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Mitsubishi Colt takes 9.3 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Discovery Sport delivers significantly more torque with 540 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 380 Nm more.
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, Mitsubishi Colt is clearly lighter – 1,189 kg compared to 1,949 kg. The difference is around 760 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers clearly more boot space – 780 L compared to 391 L. That’s a difference of about 389 L.
When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery Sport carries clearly more – 641 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 256 kg.
The Land Rover Discovery Sport 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.
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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Discovery Sport wears Land Rover’s rugged badge with compact poise, blending a comfortable, well-crafted cabin and genuine off-road confidence for buyers who want versatility without showroom bluster. It settles smoothly on the road with composed manners and a cheeky British charm, making it an appealing pick for families who crave practicality with a hint of adventure.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
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Price
46,500 - 65,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 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
58 km
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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
95 - 187 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
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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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
1,949 - 2,168 kg
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Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
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Trunk capacity
780 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
1,894 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
582 - 641 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid
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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
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
91 - 143 HP
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Power HP
163 - 269 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 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
380 - 540 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
67 - 105 kW
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Power kW
120 - 198 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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Brand
Land Rover
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