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Mitsubishi Colt vs VW Golf comparison

Compare performance (143 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (18,200 £ vs 28,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Colt or VW Golf?

Mitsubishi Colt vs VW Golf: Key differences

Mitsubishi Colt

  • clearly cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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VW Golf

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  • significantly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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 clearly cheaper – starting at 18,200 £ , while the VW Golf costs 28,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,119 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Golf uses 1.1 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mitsubishi Colt with 4.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.

Golf

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 VW Golf offers significantly more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 182 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Mitsubishi Colt takes 9.3 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Golf delivers considerably more torque with 420 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 260 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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 only slightly lighter – 1,189 kg compared to 1,307 kg. The difference is around 118 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mitsubishi Colt offers only slightly more boot space – 391 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Golf carries markedly more – 508 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 123 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Golf 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.

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Golf

VW Golf

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 325 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.1 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 131 - 143 km
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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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VW Golf

The Golf is a quietly accomplished compact that blends practicality, refinement and approachable driving manners into a very usable everyday package. It’s well built, comfortable and versatile, making it a smart choice whether you want sensible family transport or an enjoyable commuter.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
Price
28,300 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
131 - 143 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
96 - 119 g/km
co2
25 - 173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
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Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
Curb weight
1,307 - 1,662 kg
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Length
4,053 mm
Length
-
Width
1,798 mm
Width
1,789 mm
Height
1,439 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1,069 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
381 - 385 kg
Payload
438 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
91 - 143 HP
Power HP
116 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
174 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
148 - 160 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
67 - 105 kW
Power kW
85 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F, B
Brand
Mitsubishi
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Mitsubishi Colt have?

The Mitsubishi Colt is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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