Compare performance (143 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (18,200 £ vs 31,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Colt or Toyota Proace Bus?
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 substantially cheaper – starting at 18,200 £ , while the Toyota Proace Bus costs 31,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,402 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Colt uses 4.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Toyota Proace Bus with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.
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 Toyota Proace Bus offers markedly more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 37 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Colt is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 9.3 s, while the Toyota Proace Bus takes 13.3 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Mitsubishi Colt is very slightly faster – reaching 174 km/h, while the Toyota Proace Bus tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 4 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Toyota Proace Bus delivers considerably more torque with 400 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 240 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Toyota Proace Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Colt is substantially lighter – 1,189 kg compared to 1,835 kg. The difference is around 646 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi Colt offers clearly more boot space – 391 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 391 L.
When it comes to payload, the Toyota Proace Bus carries substantially more – 1,265 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 880 kg.
The Toyota Proace Bus comes out clearly ahead 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.
detailsThe Toyota Proace Bus is a pragmatic people‑mover that swallows passengers and luggage with the kind of everyday practicality fleet managers and large families will appreciate. It may not thrill the enthusiast, but its sensible layout, sturdy build and Toyota badge make it a dependable, no-nonsense choice for anyone needing space and reliability rather than flash.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
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Price
31,600 - 57,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.5 - 6.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
24.2 - 24.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
218 - 343 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 - 177 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
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Fuel tank capacity
69 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
5
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Seats
5 - 9
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Doors
5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
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Curb weight
1,835 - 2,140 kg
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Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
4,053 mm
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Length
4,983 - 5,333 mm
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Width
1,798 mm
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Width
1,920 mm
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Height
1,439 mm
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Height
1,890 mm
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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
825 - 1,265 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
91 - 143 HP
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Power HP
136 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
13.3 s
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Max Speed
174 km/h
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Max Speed
130 - 170 km/h
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Torque
148 - 160 Nm
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Torque
260 - 400 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
67 - 105 kW
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Power kW
100 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,184 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, F, G
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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Brand
Toyota
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