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Mitsubishi Colt vs Peugeot 508 comparison

Compare performance (143 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (18,200 £ vs 44,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Colt or Peugeot 508?

Mitsubishi Colt vs Peugeot 508: Key differences

Mitsubishi Colt

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Peugeot 508

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  • significantly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately 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 Peugeot 508 costs 44,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26,409 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Peugeot 508 uses 1.6 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mitsubishi Colt with 4.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.

508

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 Peugeot 508 offers significantly more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 217 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 508 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the Mitsubishi Colt takes 9.3 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Peugeot 508 is markedly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Colt tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 76 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Peugeot 508 delivers considerably more torque with 520 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 360 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Colt is clearly lighter – 1,189 kg compared to 1,811 kg. The difference is around 622 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 508 offers moderately more boot space – 487 L compared to 391 L. That’s a difference of about 96 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Peugeot 508 offers markedly more capacity – up to 1,537 L, about 468 L more than the Mitsubishi Colt.

When it comes to payload, the Peugeot 508 carries somewhat more – 469 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 84 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Peugeot 508 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.

from £44,600
508

Peugeot 508

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 180 - 360 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.6 - 2 L/100km
  • Electric Range 46 - 55 km
Mitsubishi Colt
Peugeot 508

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Peugeot 508

The Peugeot 508 turns heads with a low-slung, almost coupe-like silhouette and a cabin that feels grown-up and surprisingly premium for the money. On the road it balances comfort and poise with a playful edge, making it a convincing choice for buyers who want something stylish and sensible without shouting for attention.

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Mitsubishi Colt
Peugeot 508

Costs and Consumption

Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
Price
44,600 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
46 - 55 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
96 - 119 g/km
co2
36 - 45 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
Curb weight
1,811 - 1,941 kg
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Trunk capacity
487 L
Length
4,053 mm
Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,798 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,439 mm
Height
1,403 mm
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1,069 L
Max trunk capacity
1,537 L
Payload
381 - 385 kg
Payload
379 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
91 - 143 HP
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
174 km/h
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Torque
148 - 160 Nm
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
67 - 105 kW
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Mitsubishi
Brand
Peugeot
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