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Mitsubishi Colt vs Tesla Model 3 comparison

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?

Mitsubishi Colt vs Tesla Model 3: Key differences

Mitsubishi Colt

  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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Tesla Model 3

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  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • 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.

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

Colt

Costs and Efficiency:

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 £.

Model 3

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 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.

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, 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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

from £31,700
Model 3

Tesla Model 3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 283 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 534 - 750 km
Mitsubishi Colt
Tesla Model 3

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Tesla Model 3

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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Mitsubishi Colt
Tesla Model 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
Price
31,700 - 50,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
534 - 750 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
96 - 119 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
Curb weight
1,822 - 1,929 kg
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Trunk capacity
594 L
Length
4,053 mm
Length
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Width
1,798 mm
Width
1,850 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
302 - 333 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
91 - 143 HP
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
174 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
148 - 160 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
67 - 105 kW
Power kW
208 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mitsubishi
Brand
Tesla
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