Compare performance (143 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (18,200 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Colt or Skoda Karoq?
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 substantially cheaper – starting at 18,200 £ , while the Skoda Karoq costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,920 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Colt uses 4.2 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Skoda Karoq with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.7 L/100km.
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 Skoda Karoq offers markedly more power – delivering 190 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 47 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Karoq is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Mitsubishi Colt takes 9.3 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Skoda Karoq is somewhat faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Colt tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 36 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Karoq delivers clearly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.
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 terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Colt is a bit lighter – 1,189 kg compared to 1,380 kg. The difference is around 191 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Skoda Karoq offers clearly more boot space – 521 L compared to 391 L. That’s a difference of about 130 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Skoda Karoq offers markedly more capacity – up to 1,630 L, about 561 L more than the Mitsubishi Colt.
When it comes to payload, the Skoda Karoq carries markedly more – 549 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 164 kg.
The Skoda Karoq is decisively ahead 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.
detailsThe Skoda Karoq is a smart, unfussy compact SUV that blends roomy practicality with a pleasantly composed driving character. It won’t turn heads at a car meet, but it will make daily life easier with clever storage, sensible ergonomics and a reassuringly grown-up ride.
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Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
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Price
29,100 - 41,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 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
128 - 173 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L
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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
5
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Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
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Curb weight
1,380 - 1,655 kg
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Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
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Trunk capacity
521 L
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Length
4,053 mm
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Length
4,390 mm
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Width
1,798 mm
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Width
1,841 mm
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Height
1,439 mm
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Height
1,624 mm
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Max trunk capacity
979 - 1,069 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,630 L
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Payload
381 - 385 kg
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Payload
456 - 549 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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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, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
91 - 143 HP
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Power HP
115 - 190 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
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Max Speed
174 km/h
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Max Speed
192 - 210 km/h
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Torque
148 - 160 Nm
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Torque
200 - 360 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
85 - 140 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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Brand
Skoda
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