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Mitsubishi Colt vs Nissan Qashqai comparison

Compare performance (143 HP vs 205 HP), boot space and price (18,200 £ vs 29,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Colt or Nissan Qashqai?

Mitsubishi Colt vs Nissan Qashqai: Key differences

Mitsubishi Colt

  • significantly cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • moderately lighter
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Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 18,200 £ , while the Nissan Qashqai costs 29,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,443 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Colt uses 4.2 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Nissan Qashqai with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

Qashqai

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 Nissan Qashqai offers markedly more power – delivering 205 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 62 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Qashqai is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Mitsubishi Colt takes 9.3 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Qashqai delivers clearly more torque with 330 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 170 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Colt is moderately lighter – 1,189 kg compared to 1,420 kg. The difference is around 231 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Nissan Qashqai offers noticeably more boot space – 504 L compared to 391 L. That’s a difference of about 113 L.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Qashqai carries noticeably more – 516 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 131 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Qashqai holds a decisive overall lead 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.

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Qashqai

Nissan Qashqai

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 158 - 205 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
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Mitsubishi Colt

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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Nissan Qashqai

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4.9 (4 Reviews)
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karol
3 Jun 2026, 20:17:58

Great car — it has everything you need. Others are still learning, e.g. folding mirrors, a double trunk, and it's well soundproofed.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
96 - 119 g/km
co2
98 - 152 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,624 kg
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Length
4,053 mm
Length
-
Width
1,798 mm
Width
1,835 mm
Height
1,439 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1,069 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
381 - 385 kg
Payload
446 - 516 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
91 - 143 HP
Power HP
158 - 205 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
174 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
148 - 160 Nm
Torque
260 - 330 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
67 - 105 kW
Power kW
116 - 151 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
Brand
Mitsubishi
Brand
Nissan
What drivetrain options does the Mitsubishi Colt have?

The Mitsubishi Colt is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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