Mitsubishi Colt Hatchback 1.3 CZ2 5dr

For In the five-door you can swap passenger space for a bigger boot, by sliding the rear seats forward. The 1.3 is plucky and flexible, although you’ll need to rev it and work the gears.

Against The ride never really settles and the steering is short of feel. Despite some good safety features to help prevent an accident, the car comes with two front airbags only for if one happens.

What Car? says

2 out of 5 stars

A practical, spacious and well equipped city car that shouldn’t let you down. It’s pretty good to drive, too, making it a fine choice for those on a budget.

Reader review rating

4.101124

Key facts

0–60mph: 11.1 secs
Top speed: 112 mph
Average mpg: 47.1
Tank range: 485 miles

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Performance
2 out of 5 stars
1.1 is adequate; 1.3 needs working
Ride & Handling
2 out of 5 stars
Capable, but not very polished
Refinement
2 out of 5 stars
Could be quieter
Buying & Owning
3 out of 5 stars
Cheap models make most sense
Quality & Reliability
2 out of 5 stars
Concerns over both
Safety & Security
1 out of 5 stars
Should be more safety kit
Behind The Wheel
3 out of 5 stars
Simple layout; visibility could be better
Space & Practicality
3 out of 5 stars
Adequately roomy, but boot is small
Equipment
3 out of 5 stars
Keep it simple - choose base trim with 1.1 engine

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Buyer's notes

Target Price team says:

The Colt’s styling won’t set the world alight, and neither will the driving experience. It’s fairly easy to drive around down thanks to its tight turning circle and light steering, but the ride is fairly jittery. The Colt handles faithfully enough as you go faster, but the ride still doesn’t settle.

More of a problem, though, is the Colt’s shortage of safety kit. Only the range-topping Ralliart model gets stability control, and although the Ralliart gets six airbags, the rest of the range comes with just driver and passenger front ‘bags. That’s simply not good enough.

Our favourite Colt is the entry-level 1.1 CZ1 model. It’s affordable to buy and the small petrol engine has more low-range urge than the more powerful 1.3 you get in pricier CZ2 models. The sporty Ralliart version is quicker, but it’s also overpriced.