Compare performance (71 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (11,600 £ vs 27,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Space Star or Vauxhall Combo Cargo?
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 Space Star is substantially cheaper – starting at 11,600 £ , while the Vauxhall Combo Cargo costs 27,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,484 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Space Star uses 4.9 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Vauxhall Combo Cargo with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo offers significantly more power – delivering 136 HP compared to 71 HP. That’s roughly 65 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 11.2 s, while the Mitsubishi Space Star takes 14.1 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Combo Cargo delivers significantly more torque with 300 Nm compared to 102 Nm. That’s about 198 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.
Seats: Mitsubishi Space Star offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Space Star is substantially lighter – 940 kg compared to 1,371 kg. The difference is around 431 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Combo Cargo carries substantially more – 781 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 381 kg.
The Vauxhall Combo 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 Space Star is a tidy, no-nonsense city car that squeezes surprising interior space into a compact, easy-to-park package. It's not a thrill-seeker's toy, but for buyers after low running costs, fuss-free reliability and sensible day-to-day practicality, it's a clever and cheerful choice that keeps your wallet and nerves happy.
detailsThe Opel Combo Cargo is a pragmatic workhorse that pairs sensible practicality with surprisingly car-like manners, making it a smart choice for small businesses and weekend DIYers. With clever storage, easy access and a calm cabin that keeps the focus on the job, it turns daily deliveries and errands into something almost enjoyable.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
11,600 - 18,700 £
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Price
27,100 - 34,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
354 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
112 - 125 g/km
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co2
0 - 143 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
35 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
2
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
940 - 1,011 kg
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Curb weight
1,371 - 1,674 kg
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Trunk capacity
209 - 235 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
3,845 mm
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Length
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Width
1,665 mm
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Width
1,848 mm
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Height
1,505 mm
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
881 - 912 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
359 - 400 kg
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Payload
645 - 781 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
71 HP
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Power HP
102 - 136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.1 - 15.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.2 s
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Max Speed
163 - 167 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
102 Nm
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Torque
250 - 300 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
52 kW
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Power kW
75 - 100 kW
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Engine capacity
1,193 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,020 - 2,022
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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Brand
Vauxhall
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