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Mitsubishi Colt vs Subaru Crosstrek comparison

Compare performance (143 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (18,200 £ vs 29,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Colt or Subaru Crosstrek?

Mitsubishi Colt vs Subaru Crosstrek: Key differences

Mitsubishi Colt

  • substantially cheaper
  • only slightly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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Subaru Crosstrek

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Colt

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mitsubishi Colt is substantially cheaper – starting at 18,200 £ , while the Subaru Crosstrek costs 29,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,658 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Colt uses 4.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

Crosstrek

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 Mitsubishi Colt offers only slightly more power – delivering 143 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Colt is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 9.3 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.8 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Subaru Crosstrek is somewhat faster – reaching 198 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Colt tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 24 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Subaru Crosstrek delivers a bit more torque with 182 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 22 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Colt is clearly lighter – 1,189 kg compared to 1,595 kg. The difference is around 406 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi Colt offers a bit more boot space – 391 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 76 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Subaru Crosstrek offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,314 L, about 245 L more than the Mitsubishi Colt.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Crosstrek carries visibly more – 505 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi Colt is clearly superior 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.

from £18,200
Colt

Mitsubishi Colt

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 91 - 143 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
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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 Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.

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Mitsubishi Colt
Subaru Crosstrek

Costs and Consumption
Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
Price
29,800 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.7 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
174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,628 kg
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
4,053 mm
Length
4,495 mm
Width
1,798 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
1,439 mm
Height
1,600 mm
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1,069 L
Max trunk capacity
1,297 - 1,314 L
Payload
381 - 385 kg
Payload
472 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
91 - 143 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 s
Max Speed
174 km/h
Max Speed
198 km/h
Torque
148 - 160 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
67 - 105 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Mitsubishi
Brand
Subaru
What drivetrain options does the Mitsubishi Colt have?

The Mitsubishi Colt is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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