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Mitsubishi Colt vs Subaru Forester comparison

Compare performance (143 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (18,200 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Colt or Subaru Forester?

Mitsubishi Colt vs Subaru Forester: Key differences

Mitsubishi Colt

  • considerably cheaper
  • barely more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter
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Subaru Forester

3.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • markedly 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:

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 18,200 £ , while the Subaru Forester costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,972 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Colt uses 4.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Subaru Forester with 8.1 L/100km. The difference is about 3.9 L/100km.

Forester

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 Mitsubishi Colt offers barely 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 clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.3 s, while the Subaru Forester takes 12.2 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Subaru Forester delivers somewhat more torque with 182 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 22 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, Mitsubishi Colt is considerably lighter – 1,189 kg compared to 1,693 kg. The difference is around 504 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru Forester offers markedly more boot space – 508 L compared to 391 L. That’s a difference of about 117 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Forester carries clearly more – 492 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 107 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi Colt holds a decisive 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 £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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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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Subaru Forester

The Subaru Forester is a practical all-rounder that quietly does everything right, with roomy comfort, excellent visibility and a real fondness for weekend adventures off the beaten path. It won't set your pulse racing like a sports car, but for buyers who prize reliability, safety and sensible charm, it's a brilliantly steady companion with a cheeky streak.

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Dirk
8 Dec 2025, 17:00:06

It's indeed much more expensive, but it drives brilliantly. I have the automatic — fantastic. It's a bit noisy for such an expensive car, and servicing at a Subaru dealer isn't cheap. It's certainly not economical.

On the other hand, very little breaks and it will never leave you stranded. And that space... 500 litres more is really about a 40% increase.

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Subaru Forester

Costs and Consumption
Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
Price
35,100 - 42,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.1 L/100km
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
co2
183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
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Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
Curb weight
1,693 - 1,739 kg
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Trunk capacity
508 L
Length
4,053 mm
Length
-
Width
1,798 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
1,439 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1,069 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
381 - 385 kg
Payload
446 - 492 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
12.2 s
Max Speed
174 km/h
Max Speed
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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
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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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