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Mitsubishi Colt vs Suzuki Swift – Which model is better for everyday use?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Colt or Suzuki Swift?

Mitsubishi Colt

Suzuki Swift

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Suzuki Swift has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17100 £, while the Mitsubishi Colt costs 18200 £. That’s a price difference of around 1020 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mitsubishi Colt manages with 4.20 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Suzuki Swift with 4.40 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mitsubishi Colt has a decisively edge – offering 143 HP compared to 82 HP. That’s roughly 61 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Mitsubishi Colt performs minimal better – reaching 174 km/h, while the Suzuki Swift tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 4 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mitsubishi Colt pulls noticeable stronger with 160 Nm compared to 112 Nm. That’s about 48 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Suzuki Swift is slightly lighter – 1069 kg compared to 1189 kg. The difference is around 120 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mitsubishi Colt offers distinct more room – 391 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 126 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mitsubishi Colt performs barely noticeable better – up to 1069 L, which is about 89 L more than the Suzuki Swift.

When it comes to payload, Mitsubishi Colt distinct takes the win – 385 kg compared to 296 kg. That’s a difference of about 89 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mitsubishi Colt proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mitsubishi Colt is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Mitsubishi Colt
Suzuki Swift

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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
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
18200 - 25000 £
Price
17100 - 21200 £
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 4.9 L
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
37 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1189 - 1380 kg
Curb weight
1069 - 1145 kg
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Trunk capacity
265 L
Length
4053 mm
Length
3860 mm
Width
1798 mm
Width
1735 mm
Height
1439 mm
Height
1485 - 1510 mm
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1069 L
Max trunk capacity
980 L
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
160 - 170 km/h
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 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
1197 cm3

General
Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Mitsubishi
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Suzuki

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Is the Mitsubishi Colt offered with different drivetrains?

The Mitsubishi Colt is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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