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Mitsubishi Space Star vs Suzuki Vitara comparison

Compare performance (71 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (11,600 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi Space Star or Suzuki Vitara?

Mitsubishi Space Star vs Suzuki Vitara: Key differences

Mitsubishi Space Star

  • clearly cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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Suzuki Vitara

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Space Star

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mitsubishi Space Star is clearly cheaper – starting at 11,600 £ , while the Suzuki Vitara costs 23,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,923 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Space Star uses 4.9 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Suzuki Vitara with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

Vitara

Engine and Performance:

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 Suzuki Vitara offers clearly more power – delivering 184 HP compared to 71 HP. That’s roughly 113 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Suzuki Vitara is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Mitsubishi Space Star takes 14.1 s. That’s about 6.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Suzuki Vitara is slightly faster – reaching 190 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Space Star tops out at 167 km/h. The difference is around 23 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Suzuki Vitara delivers clearly more torque with 307 Nm compared to 102 Nm. That’s about 205 Nm more.

Space Star

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 Space Star is noticeably lighter – 940 kg compared to 1,255 kg. The difference is around 315 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Suzuki Vitara offers clearly more boot space – 375 L compared to 235 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Suzuki Vitara offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,120 L, about 208 L more than the Mitsubishi Space Star.

When it comes to payload, the Suzuki Vitara carries very slightly more – 425 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Suzuki Vitara 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.

from £23,600
Vitara

Suzuki Vitara

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 5.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 344 - 426 km
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Mitsubishi Space Star

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.

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Suzuki Vitara

The Vitara is a city-smart SUV with a cheeky streak of off-road promise, perfect for drivers who want practicality without pretense. It’s honest, easy to live with and surprisingly likeable, a sensible companion for everyday adventures and weekend escapes.

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4.5 (3 Reviews)
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Jolanta
4 Feb 2026, 09:37:41

A very pleasant car for an affordable price. The only downside is poorly soundproofed doors and windows.

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Polet
14 Jan 2026, 00:08:10

Proven reliability — it’s sold on every continent, and a real pleasure as a 4x4.

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Alejandro
15 Nov 2025, 18:50:42

After trying both, I chose the Vitara for everyday use. In my view, its balance of performance, quality and price is superior.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
11,600 - 18,700 £
Price
23,600 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
344 - 426 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
112 - 125 g/km
co2
0 - 138 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 L
Fuel tank capacity
47 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
940 - 1,011 kg
Curb weight
1,255 - 1,935 kg
Trunk capacity
209 - 235 L
Trunk capacity
289 - 375 L
Length
3,845 mm
Length
4,185 mm
Width
1,665 mm
Width
1,775 - 1,800 mm
Height
1,505 mm
Height
1,595 mm
Max trunk capacity
881 - 912 L
Max trunk capacity
1,046 - 1,120 L
Payload
359 - 400 kg
Payload
375 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
71 HP
Power HP
110 - 184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.1 - 15.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 12.7 s
Max Speed
163 - 167 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Torque
102 Nm
Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
52 kW
Power kW
81 - 135 kW
Engine capacity
1,193 cm3
Engine capacity
1,373 - 1,462 cm3

General
Model Year
2,020 - 2,022
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, A
Brand
Mitsubishi
Brand
Suzuki
What drivetrain options does the Mitsubishi Space Star have?

The Mitsubishi Space Star is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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