Mitsubishi Colt VI

The Mitsubishi Colt VI (2004–2014): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 40 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, and France.
Model codes: Z30 · Sold in: European Union, United Kingdom, and France
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,870–3,940 mm RDW | 3,875 mm |
| Width | 1,700 mm RDW | 1,680–1,695 mm |
| Height | 1,520–1,550 mm RDW | 1,453–1,550 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,500 mm RDW | 2,500 mm |
| Front track | 1,460 mm ASTRA | – |
| Rear track | 1,445 mm ASTRA | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 910–970 kg RDW | – |
| Mass in running order | 1,010–1,070 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,420–1,465 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 750–1,000 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 500 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – |
| Doors | 2–4 RDW | – |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 165–185 km/h RDW | – |
| Torque | 100–210 Nm ASTRA | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 185/55R15, 175/65R14, 195/50R15, 205/45R16
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9–12 years | 79.5% (78.8–80.3) | 77.9% | 10,657 |
| 13 years and older | 66.6% (66.2–67.0) | 69.2% | 53,805 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 40.6% | 39.2% |
| Tyres | 36.3% | 31.2% |
| Lights and electrics | 33.8% | 26.9% |
| Brakes | 27.7% | 34.9% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 18.9% | 16.8% |
| Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers) | 14.8% | 11.2% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
All 40 versions of the Mitsubishi Colt VI
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European Union 15 versions
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2014 | 1.3 L | 70 kW (95 PS) | Petrol | 126–130 g/km | 53,025 |
| 2011–2014 | 1.1 L | 55 kW (75 PS) | Petrol | 119–125 g/km | 25,158 |
| 2011–2013 | 1.5 L | 110 kW (150 PS) | Petrol | 153–157 g/km | 423 |
| 2011–2013 | 1.3 L | 70 kW (95 PS) | LPG | 127–129 g/km | 186 |
| 2010–2013 | – | – | Petrol | 130–139 g/km | 2,834 |
| 2011 | 1.1 L | 55 kW (75 PS) | LPG | 121 g/km | 496 |
| 2011 | 1.5 L | 80 kW (109 PS) | Petrol | 153 g/km | 24 |
| 2010 | 1.3 L | – | Petrol | 132 g/km | 32,404 |
| 2010 | 1.1 L | – | Petrol | 125 g/km | 16,632 |
| 2010 | 1.1 L | – | LPG | 118 g/km | 2,536 |
| 2010 | 1.5 L | – | Petrol | 160 g/km | 590 |
| 2010 | 1.5 L | – | Petrol | 150 g/km | 308 |
| 2010 | – | – | Other fuel | 136 g/km | 168 |
| 2010 | 1.3 L | – | LPG | 125 g/km | 120 |
| 2010 | 1.5 L | – | Diesel | 125 g/km | 104 |
United Kingdom 20 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013CZ1 | 1.1 L | Petrol | Manual | 5.4 L/100 km NEDC | 125 g/km |
| 2013CZ2 · Juro | 1.3 L | Petrol | Automatic | 5.5 L/100 km NEDC | 127 g/km |
| 2013CZ2 · Juro | 1.3 L | Petrol | Manual | 5.6 L/100 km NEDC | 130 g/km |
| 2013CZ2 Cleartec · Juro Cleartec | 1.3 L | Petrol | Manual | 5.1 L/100 km NEDC | 119 g/km |
| 2013Ralliart | 1.5 L | Petrol | Manual | 6.6 L/100 km NEDC | 153 g/km |
| 2012CZ1 | 1.1 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 5.4 L/100 km NEDC | 125 g/km |
| 2012CZ2 · Juro | 1.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 5.5 L/100 km NEDC | 127 g/km |
| 2012CZ2 · Juro | 1.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 5.6 L/100 km NEDC | 130 g/km |
| 2012CZ2 Cleartec · Juro Cleartec | 1.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 5.1 L/100 km NEDC | 119 g/km |
| 2012Ralliart | 1.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.6 L/100 km NEDC | 153 g/km |
| 2006–20101.1 Manual · 1.1 | 1.1 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 5.7 L/100 km NEDC | 135 g/km |
| 20101.3 Clear Tec | 1.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 5.0 L/100 km NEDC | 119 g/km |
| 2006–20101.3 Manual · 1.3 | 1.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.0 L/100 km NEDC | 143 g/km |
| 2006–20101.3 AMT · 1.3 | 1.3 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 5.8 L/100 km NEDC | 138 g/km |
| 2006–20101.5 | 1.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.8 L/100 km NEDC | 161 g/km |
| 2009–20101.5 Manual | 1.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.9 L/100 km NEDC | 161 g/km |
| 2006–20101.5 Manual · 1.5 | 1.5 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 4.8 L/100 km NEDC | 126 g/km |
| 2006–20101.5 AMT · 1.5 | 1.5 L | Diesel | 6-speed automatic | 4.6 L/100 km NEDC | 121 g/km |
| 2006–20101.5 Manual · 1.5 | 1.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.2 L/100 km NEDC | 148 g/km |
| 2006–20101.5 AMT · 1.5 | 1.5 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 6.3 L/100 km NEDC | 149 g/km |
France 5 versions
New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014COLT CLEARTEC 1.3L Invite | – | 70 kW (95 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 5.1 L/100 km NEDC | 119 g/km |
| 2012–2013COLT CLEARTEC 3P 1.3L Invite · COLT CLEARTEC 1.3L Invite | – | 70 kW (95 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 5.1 L/100 km NEDC | 119 g/km |
| 2012COLT CLEARTEC 5P 1.1L E / Inform / Invite | – | 55 kW (75 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 4.9 L/100 km NEDC | 115 g/km |
| 2012COLT CLEARTEC 3P 1.1L E / Inform / Invite | – | 55 kW (75 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 4.9 L/100 km NEDC | 115 g/km |
| 2012COLT CLEARTEC 5P 1.3L Invite | – | 70 kW (95 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 5.1 L/100 km NEDC | 119 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.





