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VW Tiguan vs Mitsubishi Colt comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 143 HP), boot space and price (33,600 £ vs 18,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Tiguan or Mitsubishi Colt?

VW Tiguan vs Mitsubishi Colt: Key differences

VW Tiguan

4.1 (8 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space

Mitsubishi Colt

  • clearly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter

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

Tiguan

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 Colt is clearly cheaper – starting at 18,200 £ , while the VW Tiguan costs 33,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,416 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tiguan uses 1.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mitsubishi Colt with 4.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 L/100km.

Colt

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 VW Tiguan offers substantially more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 129 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tiguan is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.9 s, while the Mitsubishi Colt takes 9.3 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW Tiguan is a bit faster – reaching 215 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Colt tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 41 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Tiguan delivers considerably more torque with 400 Nm compared to 160 Nm. That’s about 240 Nm more.

Tiguan

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 terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Colt is noticeably lighter – 1,189 kg compared to 1,599 kg. The difference is around 410 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers substantially more boot space – 652 L compared to 391 L. That’s a difference of about 261 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW Tiguan offers clearly more capacity – up to 1,486 L, about 417 L more than the Mitsubishi Colt.

When it comes to payload, the VW Tiguan carries visibly more – 533 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 148 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tiguan stands well ahead of its rival 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 £33,600
Tiguan

VW Tiguan

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 118 - 126 km
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VW Tiguan

The VW Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.

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Reviews VW Tiguan

4.1 (8 Reviews)
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Peter
21 Feb 2026, 14:53:54

My Tiguan 2.0 TSI is flawless after eight years and still looks great. I really can't complain.

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Thomas
21 Nov 2025, 21:33:38

What counts is longevity... and on that front VW doesn't convince.

Mitsubishi Colt

The 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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Mitsubishi Colt

Costs and Consumption
Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Price
18,200 - 25,000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
32 - 190 g/km
co2
96 - 119 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 L
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Curb weight
1,189 - 1,380 kg
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Length
4,539 mm
Length
4,053 mm
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Width
1,798 mm
Height
1,658 mm
Height
1,439 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,486 L
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1,069 L
Payload
460 - 533 kg
Payload
381 - 385 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Power HP
91 - 143 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 12.2 s
Max Speed
210 - 215 km/h
Max Speed
174 km/h
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Torque
148 - 160 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Power kW
67 - 105 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
Brand
VW
Brand
Mitsubishi
What drive types are available for the VW Tiguan?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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