Compare performance (143 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (18,200 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Colt or VW Arteon?
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 clearly cheaper – starting at 18,200 £ , while the VW Arteon costs 43,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,119 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Colt uses 4.2 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the VW Arteon with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 L/100km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the VW Arteon offers considerably more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 177 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Arteon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Mitsubishi Colt takes 9.3 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the VW Arteon is clearly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Colt tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 76 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Arteon delivers substantially more torque with 420 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 260 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Colt is markedly lighter – 1,189 kg compared to 1,607 kg. The difference is around 418 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VW Arteon offers noticeably more boot space – 590 L compared to 391 L. That’s a difference of about 199 L.
For maximum load capacity, the VW Arteon offers markedly more capacity – up to 1,632 L, about 563 L more than the Mitsubishi Colt.
When it comes to payload, the VW Arteon carries noticeably more – 569 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 184 kg.
The VW Arteon 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.
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 VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.
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Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
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Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 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
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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
133 - 195 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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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
5
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Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
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Curb weight
1,607 - 1,773 kg
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Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
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Trunk capacity
590 L
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Length
4,053 mm
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Length
4,866 mm
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Width
1,798 mm
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Width
1,871 mm
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Height
1,439 mm
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Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
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Max trunk capacity
979 - 1,069 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,632 L
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Payload
381 - 385 kg
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Payload
467 - 569 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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
150 - 320 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
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Max Speed
174 km/h
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Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
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Torque
148 - 160 Nm
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Torque
320 - 420 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
110 - 235 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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Brand
VW
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