Compare performance (143 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (18,200 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Colt or Tesla Model 3?
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 considerably cheaper – starting at 18,200 £ , while the Tesla Model 3 costs 31,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,543 £.
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 Tesla Model 3 offers substantially more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 317 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.1 s, while the Mitsubishi Colt takes 9.3 s. That’s about 6.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model 3 delivers clearly more torque with 660 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 500 Nm more.
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 significantly lighter – 1,189 kg compared to 1,822 kg. The difference is around 633 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers markedly more boot space – 594 L compared to 391 L. That’s a difference of about 203 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mitsubishi Colt carries slightly more – 385 kg compared to 333 kg. That’s a difference of about 52 kg.
The Tesla Model 3 stands well ahead of its rival 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.
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 Tesla Model 3 is a compact electric sedan that pairs brisk, responsive driving with a sleek, minimalist cabin and intuitive, software-led features. It makes a practical, modern choice for daily commutes and long-term ownership while emphasizing simplicity and advanced driver assistance.
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Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
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Price
31,700 - 50,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
534 - 750 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
96 - 119 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
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Curb weight
1,822 - 1,929 kg
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Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
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Trunk capacity
594 L
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Length
4,053 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,798 mm
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Width
1,850 mm
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Height
1,439 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
979 - 1,069 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
381 - 385 kg
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Payload
302 - 333 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
91 - 143 HP
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Power HP
283 - 460 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
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Max Speed
174 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
148 - 160 Nm
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Torque
420 - 660 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
67 - 105 kW
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Power kW
208 - 338 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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Brand
Tesla
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