Compare performance (143 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (18,200 £ vs 20,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Colt or SEAT Arona?
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 a bit cheaper – starting at 18,200 £ , while the SEAT Arona costs 20,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,538 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Colt uses 4.2 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the SEAT Arona with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 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 SEAT Arona offers only slightly more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the SEAT Arona is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 8.3 s, while the Mitsubishi Colt takes 9.3 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the SEAT Arona delivers clearly more torque with 250 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm more.
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, SEAT Arona is barely lighter – 1,188 kg compared to 1,189 kg. The difference is around 1 kg.
Looking at boot space, the SEAT Arona offers very slightly more boot space – 400 L compared to 391 L. That’s a difference of about 9 L.
When it comes to payload, the SEAT Arona carries noticeably more – 522 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 137 kg.
The SEAT Arona has only a minor advantage 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 SEAT Arona is a compact crossover that blends practical, city-friendly packaging with a sporty, youthful design. It delivers a comfortable ride, an intuitive cabin and economical running costs, making it a sensible pick for daily drives and weekend getaways.
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Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
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Price
20,700 - 30,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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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
120 - 132 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
SUV
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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
1,188 - 1,268 kg
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Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
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Trunk capacity
400 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
1,780 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
502 - 522 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
91 - 143 HP
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Power HP
95 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.1 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
175 - 250 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
67 - 105 kW
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Power kW
70 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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Brand
SEAT
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