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Mitsubishi Colt vs SEAT Ibiza comparison

Compare performance (143 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (18,200 £ vs 16,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Colt or SEAT Ibiza?

Mitsubishi Colt vs SEAT Ibiza: Key differences

Mitsubishi Colt

  • a bit more efficient
  • very slightly more trunk space

SEAT Ibiza

  • barely cheaper
  • barely more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter

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.

SEAT Ibiza is barely cheaper – starting at 16,800 £ , while the Mitsubishi Colt costs 18,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,320 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Colt uses 4.2 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the SEAT Ibiza with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

Ibiza

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 SEAT Ibiza offers barely 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 Ibiza is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 8.1 s, while the Mitsubishi Colt takes 9.3 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the SEAT Ibiza delivers clearly more torque with 250 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 90 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, SEAT Ibiza is very slightly lighter – 1,111 kg compared to 1,189 kg. The difference is around 78 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi Colt offers very slightly more boot space – 391 L compared to 355 L. That’s a difference of about 36 L.

When it comes to payload, the SEAT Ibiza carries noticeably more – 522 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 137 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The SEAT Ibiza holds a solid 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.

from £16,800
Ibiza

SEAT Ibiza

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 80 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 5.7 L/100km
Mitsubishi Colt
SEAT Ibiza

Costs and Consumption

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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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SEAT Ibiza

The SEAT Ibiza is a cheeky, well-priced hatchback that blends sharp styling with a grown-up driving character, making it a smart choice for city commuters who still want a bit of fun. Inside it's practical and neatly finished, with sensible kit and easygoing manners that make everyday life less fussy — a car that doesn't try too hard but gets the job done with a smile.

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Mitsubishi Colt
SEAT Ibiza

Costs and Consumption

Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
Price
16,800 - 28,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
96 - 119 g/km
co2
114 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
Curb weight
1,111 - 1,231 kg
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Trunk capacity
355 L
Length
4,053 mm
Length
-
Width
1,798 mm
Width
1,780 mm
Height
1,439 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1,069 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
381 - 385 kg
Payload
489 - 522 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
91 - 143 HP
Power HP
80 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 15.3 s
Max Speed
174 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
148 - 160 Nm
Torque
95 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
67 - 105 kW
Power kW
59 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
Mitsubishi
Brand
SEAT
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