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Mitsubishi Colt vs Volvo XC40 comparison

Compare performance (143 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (18,200 £ vs 41,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Colt or Volvo XC40?

Mitsubishi Colt vs Volvo XC40: Key differences

Mitsubishi Colt

  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Volvo XC40

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  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Colt

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mitsubishi Colt is clearly cheaper – starting at 18,200 £ , while the Volvo XC40 costs 41,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,743 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Colt uses 4.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Volvo XC40 with 6.5 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.

XC40

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 Volvo XC40 offers clearly more power – delivering 197 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC40 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.6 s, while the Mitsubishi Colt takes 9.3 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC40 delivers clearly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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 clearly lighter – 1,189 kg compared to 1,688 kg. The difference is around 499 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo XC40 carries noticeably more – 532 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 147 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mitsubishi Colt is decisively 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.

from £18,200
Colt

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/100km
Mitsubishi Colt
Volvo XC40

Costs and Consumption

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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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Volvo XC40

The Volvo XC40 blends Scandinavian design with practical versatility, offering a compact luxury crossover that feels composed and easy to live with. It’s refined and focused on safety with a high-quality interior, making it a smart choice for daily city driving and weekend escapes.

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Mitsubishi Colt
Volvo XC40

Costs and Consumption

Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
Price
41,900 - 46,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
96 - 119 g/km
co2
148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
Curb weight
1,688 kg
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,053 mm
Length
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Width
1,798 mm
Width
1,863 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
532 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
91 - 143 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
174 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
148 - 160 Nm
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
67 - 105 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Mitsubishi
Brand
Volvo
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