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Mitsubishi Colt vs Skoda Scala comparison

Compare performance (143 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (18,200 £ vs 21,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Colt or Skoda Scala?

Mitsubishi Colt vs Skoda Scala: Key differences

Mitsubishi Colt

  • somewhat cheaper
  • somewhat more efficient
  • marginally lighter
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Skoda Scala

4.9 (7 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly 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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mitsubishi Colt is somewhat cheaper – starting at 18,200 £ , while the Skoda Scala costs 21,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,266 £.

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

Scala

Engine and Performance:

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 Skoda Scala offers marginally 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 Skoda Scala is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.2 s, while the Mitsubishi Colt takes 9.3 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Skoda Scala delivers clearly more torque with 250 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 90 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 marginally lighter – 1,189 kg compared to 1,199 kg. The difference is around 10 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Scala offers slightly more boot space – 467 L compared to 391 L. That’s a difference of about 76 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Scala carries somewhat more – 431 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Scala is slightly 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.

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Scala

Skoda Scala

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 95 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 5.6 L/100km
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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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Skoda Scala

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Jose Ant.
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The Scala is roomier inside than it looks, and very agile on both the highway and in town — ideal for practical, family use. It also uses less fuel.

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Mitsubishi Colt
Skoda Scala

Costs and Consumption
Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
Price
21,400 - 31,500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
96 - 119 g/km
co2
114 - 126 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
1,199 - 1,271 kg
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Trunk capacity
467 L
Length
4,053 mm
Length
-
Width
1,798 mm
Width
1,793 mm
Height
1,439 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1,069 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
381 - 385 kg
Payload
403 - 431 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
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 10.8 s
Max Speed
174 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
148 - 160 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
67 - 105 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Mitsubishi
Brand
Skoda
What drivetrain options does the Mitsubishi Colt have?

The Mitsubishi Colt is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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