Compare performance (143 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (18,200 £ vs 40,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Colt or Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake costs 40,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,648 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Colt uses 4.2 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.
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 CLA Shooting Brake offers significantly more power – delivering 354 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 211 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Mitsubishi Colt takes 9.3 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake delivers considerably more torque with 515 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 355 Nm more.
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 significantly lighter – 1,189 kg compared to 1,710 kg. The difference is around 521 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake 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 CLA Shooting Brake carries a bit more – 460 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.
The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is clearly superior 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 Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake turns estate practicality into runway-ready style with a swooping roofline and coupe-like silhouette that makes even mundane errands feel a little more glamorous. Inside it pairs clever packaging with premium flair, so you get useful load space and a grown-up cabin — ideal if you want a car that looks like a showroom trophy but still handles the weekly shop without sulking.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
525 - 768 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
0 - 123 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
Estate
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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
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
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Trunk capacity
455 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
1,855 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
430 - 460 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
91 - 143 HP
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 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
280 - 515 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
67 - 105 kW
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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