Compare performance (143 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (18,200 £ vs 43,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Colt or VW ID. Buzz Cargo?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Mitsubishi Colt is clearly cheaper – starting at 18,200 £ , while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo costs 43,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,402 £.
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 ID. Buzz Cargo offers clearly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 197 HP more horsepower.
Looking at top speed, the Mitsubishi Colt is barely faster – reaching 174 km/h, while the VW ID. Buzz Cargo tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 14 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID. Buzz Cargo delivers considerably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 519 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Mitsubishi Colt offers more seats – 5 vs 3.
In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Colt is substantially lighter – 1,189 kg compared to 2,264 kg. The difference is around 1,075 kg.
For maximum load capacity, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo offers clearly more capacity – up to 3,900 L, about 2,831 L more than the Mitsubishi Colt.
When it comes to payload, the VW ID. Buzz Cargo carries clearly more – 753 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 368 kg.
The VW ID. Buzz Cargo 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 ID. Buzz Cargo marries retro Volkswagen charm with a thoroughly modern electric work van, offering a surprisingly spacious and practical load area wrapped in friendly, iconic styling. It's a smart pick for urban tradespeople and small businesses who want quiet, effortless driving, lower running costs and easy maneuverability — with a healthy dash of nostalgia on the job.
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Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
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Price
43,600 - 51,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.2 - 20.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
330 - 455 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
59 - 79 kWh
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co2
96 - 119 g/km
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co2
0 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
Cargo Van
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Seats
5
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Seats
3
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
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Curb weight
2,264 - 2,510 kg
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Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
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Trunk capacity
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Length
4,053 mm
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Length
4,712 mm
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Width
1,798 mm
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Width
1,985 mm
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Height
1,439 mm
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Height
1,932 mm
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Max trunk capacity
979 - 1,069 L
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Max trunk capacity
3,900 L
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Payload
381 - 385 kg
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Payload
640 - 753 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
91 - 143 HP
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
174 km/h
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Max Speed
145 - 160 km/h
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Torque
148 - 160 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
67 - 105 kW
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
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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
A
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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Brand
VW
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