Mitsubishi Colt Plus 2004-2012 used car review

Mitsubishi's Colt Plus is a “stretched” version of the standard model, which means it’s a small car with big car space.

Richard Edwards
Richard Edwards
Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group
Exterior , 4 out of 5 Drive , 2.5 out of 5 Safety , 1 out of 5 Value , 4 out of 5 Interior , 3.5 out of 5

Overall score , 3.0 out of 5

The good
  • Huge amount of space for a small car
  • Excellent fuel economy and low running costs
  • Easy access for less mobile drivers and passengers
The not-so-good
  • One-star safety rating is a concern
  • Check the transmission carefully - they are known to be problematic

Inside and out

On the road

Safety

Reliability

Cost of ownership

Buyers’ guide

New Zealand models

Japanese models

Timeline

Details

Review vehicle

2005 Mitsubishi Colt Plus Cool Very

Price

$5,000 to $10,000 for models which have travelled 70,000 to 120,000km

Engine

1.5-litre four-cylinder, 77kW and 141NM

Transmission

CVT automatic, front-wheel drive

Safety rating

One-star Used Car Safety Rating

Servicing

15,000km or 12 months

Spare wheel

Space saver

Fuel economy

6-litres per 100km (claimed)

Fuel type

Regular

Length

4185mm

Width

1680mm

Height

1500mm

Towing capacity

400kg

Turning circle

4.7m

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