Compare performance (170 HP vs 143 HP), boot space and price (38,100 £ vs 18,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Trafic Transporter or Mitsubishi Colt?
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 considerably cheaper – starting at 18,200 £ , while the Renault Trafic Transporter costs 38,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,935 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mitsubishi Colt uses 4.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Renault Trafic Transporter with 6.8 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.
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 Renault Trafic Transporter offers somewhat more power – delivering 170 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mitsubishi Colt is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 9.3 s, while the Renault Trafic Transporter takes 10.8 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Renault Trafic Transporter delivers substantially more torque with 380 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Renault Trafic Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Colt is substantially lighter – 1,189 kg compared to 1,848 kg. The difference is around 659 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Trafic Transporter carries considerably more – 1,222 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 837 kg.
The Renault Trafic Transporter holds a solid overall lead 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 Renault Trafic is a practical, workhorse transporter that hides thoughtful cabin comfort behind a tough, utilitarian exterior, so you can tackle a busy week without sacrificing sanity. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want reliability and clever flexibility rather than flash, with just enough character to make daily hauling feel less like a chore.
detailsThe 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
38,100 - 43,500 £
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Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22.2 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
240 - 318 km
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 184 g/km
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co2
96 - 119 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
3 - 6
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,848 - 2,075 kg
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Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
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Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
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Length
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Length
4,053 mm
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Width
1,956 mm
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Width
1,798 mm
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Height
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Height
1,439 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
979 - 1,069 L
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Payload
899 - 1,222 kg
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Payload
381 - 385 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic 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
122 - 170 HP
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Power HP
91 - 143 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 - 13.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
174 km/h
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Torque
245 - 380 Nm
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Torque
148 - 160 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
90 - 125 kW
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Power kW
67 - 105 kW
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Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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