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The Colt is an efficient, reliable supermini that’s easy to drive, decent looking and a comparatively rare sight on the roads. The 1992-1996 model is arguably one of the best looking small cars ever made – its worth having and most are getting pretty cheap these days. But the later car is also worth checking out.
The Colt nameplate was revived in 2023 as a rebadged fifth-generation Renault Clio.
Yes, Mitsubishi is officially returning to the UK market in the summer of 2026, bringing back popular models like the L200 pickup and Outlander PHEV through new importer International Motors, following its previous exit due to global cost-cutting.
Transmission hesitation or jerking in certain driving conditions. Engine roughness or stalling after high mileage. AC not working during the hot summer months. Electrical issues such as malfunctioning lights or sensors.
The estimated lifespan of a Mitssubishi COLT is 171,000 miles, before reaching the life expectancy upper limit. Factors such as ULEZ compliance and BHP are major factors when looking into a vehicle’s lifespan.
62-124mph takes 3.7 seconds, 124-186mph takes 9.8 seconds, and it’ll run onto a top speed of 195.7mph. Which, plainly, is ridiculous. And faster than a Ferrari 458. Four-wheel drive gives the Colt at least a fighting change of staying on the road, but as you can see from the video, it still looks a trifle…
