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Mitsubishi Colt vs Renault Clio - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (143 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (18200 £ vs 16600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Colt or Renault Clio?

Mitsubishi Colt

Renault Clio

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

Clio

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Renault Clio has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16600 £ , while the Mitsubishi Colt costs 18200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1577 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Clio manages with 4.10 L and is therefore slight more efficient than the Mitsubishi Colt with 4.20 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

Clio

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 Renault Clio has a barely noticeable edge – offering 158 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 15 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Clio is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.30 s, while the Mitsubishi Colt takes 9.30 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Renault Clio performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Colt tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 6 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Renault Clio pulls noticeable stronger with 205 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 45 Nm difference.

Clio

Space and Everyday Use:

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 curb weight, Renault Clio is barely noticeable lighter – 1124 kg compared to 1189 kg. The difference is around 65 kg.

Boot capacity is identical – both offer 391 L of storage.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Clio performs barely noticeable better – up to 1176 L, which is about 107 L more than the Mitsubishi Colt.

When it comes to payload, Renault Clio to a small extent takes the win – 463 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 78 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Clio is far 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.

Mitsubishi Colt
Renault Clio

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from about £16,600
Clio

Renault Clio

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 67 - 158 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.1 - 5.3 L

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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Renault Clio

The Clio punches above its weight with chic French styling and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that makes city driving feel effortlessly stylish. It's an easy-to-live-with choice that keeps ownership simple and even manages to put a grin on your face when the traffic gets dull.

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Mitsubishi Colt
Renault Clio

Costs and Consumption

Price
18200 - 25000 £
Price
16600 - 23700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
co2
96 - 119 g/km
co2
92 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1189 - 1380 kg
Curb weight
1124 - 1331 kg
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Length
4053 mm
Length
4053 - 4116 mm
Width
1798 mm
Width
1768 - 1798 mm
Height
1439 mm
Height
1440 - 1451 mm
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1069 L
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1176 L
Payload
381 - 385 kg
Payload
398 - 463 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
91 - 143 HP
Power HP
67 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 17.1 s
Max Speed
174 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
148 - 160 Nm
Torque
95 - 205 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
67 - 105 kW
Power kW
49 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1789 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2023 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
Brand
Mitsubishi
Brand
Renault
Is the Mitsubishi Colt offered with different drivetrains?

The Mitsubishi Colt is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.