Mitsubishi has announced the launch of the 2024 Mitsubishi Colt, a new electric car for the European market. The Colt is a compact hatchback that offers a low price and a high range, making it an attractive option for urban drivers who want to reduce their carbon footprint and save money on fuel.
What is the 2024 Mitsubishi Colt?
The 2024 Mitsubishi Colt is a fully electric car with a lithium-ion battery to power an electric motor. The battery has a capacity of 40 kWh, which gives the Colt a range of up to 300 km (186 miles) on a single charge. The electric motor produces 100 kW (134 hp) of power and 260 Nm (192 lb-ft) of torque, which allows the Colt to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 9.5 seconds and reach a top speed of 150 km/h (93 mph).
The Colt is based on the Mitsubishi e-Evolution Concept, which was unveiled at the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show. The Colt inherits the concept’s dynamic design, featuring a sharp front grille, slim LED headlights, large air intakes, and a sporty rear spoiler. The Colt also has a spacious interior, with a digital dashboard, a 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and a wireless charging pad for smartphones. The Colt can seat up to five passengers and has a trunk capacity of 360 liters (12.7 cubic feet).
How much does the 2024 Mitsubishi Colt cost?
The 2024 Mitsubishi Colt is expected to go on sale in Europe in the second half of 2023. The Colt will be available in three trim levels: Base, Plus, and Premium. The Base trim will have a starting price of €19,990 ($23,350), making it one of the most affordable electric cars in the market. The Plus trim will add features such as adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, and rear parking sensors, and will cost €22,990 ($26,850). The Premium trim will offer extras such as leather seats, sunroof, and head-up display, with a price tag of €25,990 ($30,350).
The Colt will also be eligible for various government incentives and subsidies for electric vehicles in different European countries. For example, in Germany, buyers of the Colt can receive up to €9,000 ($10,500) in grants and tax exemptions, reducing the effective price of the Base trim to just €10,990 ($12,850). In France, buyers can get up to €7,000 ($8,200) in rebates and bonuses, lowering the price of the Base trim to €12,990 ($15,150). In Romania, buyers can benefit from up to €10,000 ($11,700) in discounts and vouchers, bringing down the price of the Base trim to €9,990 ($11,650).
How does the 2024 Mitsubishi Colt compare to other electric cars?
The 2024 Mitsubishi Colt faces competition from other electric cars in the same segment, such as the Renault Zoe, the Nissan Leaf, and the Volkswagen ID.3. Here is how they compare in terms of price, range, and performance:
| Model | Price (Base Trim) | Range | Power | Torque | 0-100 km/h |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Colt | €19,990 ($23,350) | 300 km (186 miles) | 100 kW (134 hp) | 260 Nm (192 lb-ft) | 9.5 seconds |
| Renault Zoe | €21,900 ($25,600) | 395 km (245 miles) | 80 kW (107 hp) | 245 Nm (181 lb-ft) | 11.4 seconds |
| Nissan Leaf | €29,990 ($35,050) | 270 km (168 miles) | 110 kW (147 hp) | 320 Nm (236 lb-ft) | 7.9 seconds |
| Volkswagen ID.3 | €31,495 ($36,800) | 330 km (205 miles) | 107 kW (143 hp) | 310 Nm (229 lb-ft) | 8.9 seconds |
The table above shows that the Colt offers a competitive price and range compared to its rivals. The Colt is cheaper than all of them, and has a similar range to the Volkswagen ID.3 and a higher range than the Leaf. The Colt is also more powerful and torquier than the Zoe, and only slightly less so than the Leaf and the ID.3. The Colt has a decent acceleration, but not as fast as the Leaf and the Volkswagen ID.3.
