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Mitsubishi Colt vs Suzuki Swift comparison

Compare performance (143 HP vs 82 HP), boot space and price (18,200 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Colt or Suzuki Swift?

Mitsubishi Colt vs Suzuki Swift: Key differences

Mitsubishi Colt

  • significantly more power
  • very slightly more efficient
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Suzuki Swift

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • a bit lighter
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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.

Suzuki Swift is barely cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Mitsubishi Colt costs 18,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,020 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Colt uses 4.2 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Suzuki Swift with 4.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

Swift

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 significantly more power – delivering 143 HP compared to 82 HP. That’s roughly 61 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mitsubishi Colt delivers markedly more torque with 160 Nm compared to 112 Nm. That’s about 48 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, Suzuki Swift is a bit lighter – 1,069 kg compared to 1,189 kg. The difference is around 120 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mitsubishi Colt carries markedly more – 385 kg compared to 296 kg. That’s a difference of about 89 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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Suzuki Swift

The Suzuki Swift is a cheeky little hatch that turns city streets into its playground with lively handling and a grin-inducing drive. Practical enough for daily chores, thrifty to run and kinder on your wallet than many rivals, it's a sensible pick for buyers who want fun without drama.

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Superb quality, fun to drive, and every bit of well layed out kit you'll ever need.

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Mitsubishi Colt
Suzuki Swift

Costs and Consumption
Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
Price
17,100 - 21,200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 4.9 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
98 - 110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
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Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
Curb weight
1,069 - 1,145 kg
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
4,053 mm
Length
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Width
1,798 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
1,439 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
979 - 1,069 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
381 - 385 kg
Payload
282 - 296 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
91 - 143 HP
Power HP
82 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
174 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
148 - 160 Nm
Torque
112 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
67 - 105 kW
Power kW
61 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,197 cm3

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

The Mitsubishi Colt is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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