Compare performance (143 HP vs 350 HP), boot space and price (18,200 £ vs 51,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Colt or Volvo V60?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 Volvo V60 costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,258 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo V60 uses 2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mitsubishi Colt with 4.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.2 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 Volvo V60 offers clearly more power – delivering 350 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 207 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V60 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Mitsubishi Colt takes 9.3 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo V60 delivers significantly more torque with 589 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 429 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Colt is considerably lighter – 1,189 kg compared to 1,734 kg. The difference is around 545 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Volvo V60 offers noticeably more boot space – 519 L compared to 391 L. That’s a difference of about 128 L.
When it comes to payload, the Volvo V60 carries clearly more – 506 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 121 kg.
The Volvo V60 is clearly superior overall 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 Volvo V60 blends elegant Scandinavian design with a practical estate layout, making it a composed and sensible choice for buyers who want style without sacrifice. Inside, a serene cabin, clever safety features and a supple ride turn daily commutes and weekend getaways into effortless, grown-up motoring.
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Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
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Price
51,400 - 62,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2 - 6.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
99 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
45 - 141 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
Estate
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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
1,734 - 2,070 kg
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Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
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Trunk capacity
519 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
460 - 506 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
91 - 143 HP
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Power HP
197 - 350 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.6 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
300 - 589 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
145 - 247 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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Brand
Volvo
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