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Mitsubishi Colt vs NIO EL8 comparison

Compare performance (143 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (18,200 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Colt or NIO EL8?

Mitsubishi Colt vs NIO EL8: Key differences

Mitsubishi Colt

  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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NIO EL8

  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Colt

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 18,200 £ , while the NIO EL8 costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 52,895 £.

EL8

Engine and Performance:

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 NIO EL8 offers clearly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 510 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL8 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Mitsubishi Colt takes 9.3 s. That’s about 5.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the NIO EL8 is slightly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Colt tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 26 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL8 delivers clearly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 690 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: NIO EL8 offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Colt is clearly lighter – 1,189 kg compared to 2,613 kg. The difference is around 1,424 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi Colt offers visibly more boot space – 391 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 126 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mitsubishi Colt offers clearly more capacity – up to 1,069 L, about 259 L more than the NIO EL8.

When it comes to payload, the NIO EL8 carries clearly more – 577 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 192 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL8 is clearly 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 £71,100
EL8

NIO EL8

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 390 - 510 km
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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 NIO EL8 feels like a tech-savvy living room on wheels, blending upscale comfort with playful design for buyers who want electric refinement without the clinical vibe. It’s roomy, packed with clever features and a relaxed driving character that turns everyday trips into something a little more fun.

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NIO EL8

Costs and Consumption
Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
390 - 510 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
96 - 119 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
6
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Trunk capacity
265 L
Length
4,053 mm
Length
5,099 mm
Width
1,798 mm
Width
1,989 mm
Height
1,439 mm
Height
1,750 mm
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1,069 L
Max trunk capacity
810 L
Payload
381 - 385 kg
Payload
557 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
91 - 143 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Max Speed
174 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
148 - 160 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
67 - 105 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mitsubishi
Brand
NIO
What drivetrain options does the Mitsubishi Colt have?

The Mitsubishi Colt is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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