Compare performance (71 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (11600 £ vs 16600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Space Star or Renault Clio?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mitsubishi Space Star has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 11600 £ , while the Renault Clio costs 16600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4937 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Clio manages with 4.10 L and is therefore slightly more efficient than the Mitsubishi Space Star with 4.90 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.
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 Renault Clio has a decisively edge – offering 158 HP compared to 71 HP. That’s roughly 87 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Clio is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 8.30 s, while the Mitsubishi Space Star takes 14.10 s. That’s about 5.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Renault Clio performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Space Star tops out at 167 km/h. The difference is around 13 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Renault Clio pulls convincingly stronger with 205 Nm compared to 102 Nm. That’s about 103 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Mitsubishi Space Star is slightly lighter – 940 kg compared to 1124 kg. The difference is around 184 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Renault Clio offers noticeable more room – 391 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 156 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Renault Clio performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1176 L, which is about 264 L more than the Mitsubishi Space Star.
When it comes to payload, Renault Clio a bit takes the win – 463 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 63 kg.
The Renault Clio is clearly superior overall 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 Clio punches above its weight with chic French styling and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that makes city driving feel effortlessly stylish. It's an easy-to-live-with choice that keeps ownership simple and even manages to put a grin on your face when the traffic gets dull.
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Price
11600 - 18700 £
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Price
16600 - 23700 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 5.3 L
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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
0.60 kWh
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co2
112 - 125 g/km
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co2
92 - 121 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
35 L
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Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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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
940 - 1011 kg
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Curb weight
1124 - 1331 kg
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Trunk capacity
209 - 235 L
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Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
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Length
3845 mm
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Length
4053 - 4116 mm
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Width
1665 mm
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Width
1768 - 1798 mm
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Height
1505 mm
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Height
1440 - 1451 mm
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Max trunk capacity
881 - 912 L
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Max trunk capacity
979 - 1176 L
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Payload
359 - 400 kg
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Payload
398 - 463 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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
67 - 158 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.1 - 15.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 17.1 s
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Max Speed
163 - 167 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Torque
102 Nm
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Torque
95 - 205 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
52 kW
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Power kW
49 - 116 kW
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Engine capacity
1193 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1789 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2020 - 2022
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Model Year
2023 - 2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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Brand
Renault
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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.