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Renault Austral vs Mitsubishi Grandis – Which one offers the better deal?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Austral or Mitsubishi Grandis?

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

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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 Grandis has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24800 £, while the Renault Austral costs 29700 £. That’s a price difference of around 4894 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mitsubishi Grandis manages with 4.30 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the Renault Austral with 4.80 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Renault Austral has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 200 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 42 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Austral is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 8.40 s, while the Mitsubishi Grandis takes 9.10 s. That’s about 0.70 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Renault Austral pulls barely noticeable stronger with 270 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 5 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Mitsubishi Grandis is slightly lighter – 1359 kg compared to 1539 kg. The difference is around 180 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mitsubishi Grandis offers barely noticeable more room – 576 L compared to 555 L. That’s a difference of about 21 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Austral performs barely noticeable better – up to 1761 L, which is about 79 L more than the Mitsubishi Grandis.

When it comes to payload, Renault Austral barely noticeable takes the win – 477 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 18 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mitsubishi Grandis proves to be has a very small edge and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mitsubishi Grandis is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Mitsubishi Grandis

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 158 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.3 - 6.1 L
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Renault Austral

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The Renault Austral dresses the family SUV in elegant modern looks and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that feels thoughtful and livable. It balances comfort and clever technology with a relaxed road presence—an appealing choice for buyers who want style and everyday sense without fuss.

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Mitsubishi Grandis

The Mitsubishi Grandis is a no-nonsense MPV that hides a surprisingly sleek profile, making family duty look almost stylish. It’s spacious, easy to drive, and built to shrug off daily chaos, though the cabin feels dated and it prefers a relaxed cruise to any hot-hatch antics.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
29700 - 37800 £
Price
24800 - 35000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 6.5 L
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
109 - 148 g/km
co2
98 - 138 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1539 - 1613 kg
Curb weight
1359 - 1465 kg
Trunk capacity
527 - 555 L
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
4533 mm
Length
4413 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1797 mm
Height
1645 mm
Height
1575 mm
Max trunk capacity
1736 - 1761 L
Max trunk capacity
1582 - 1682 L
Payload
464 - 477 kg
Payload
455 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
158 - 200 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
270 Nm
Torque
245 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
116 - 147 kW
Power kW
104 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1332 cm3
Engine capacity
1333 - 1789 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, C
Brand
Renault
Brand
Mitsubishi

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What drivetrain options does the Renault Austral have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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