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Verdict
The Colt VII is a badge-engineered Renault Clio V, built by Renault, on sale since October 2023. It is too recent to have reliability records of its own: the points to watch are those of the Clio V (12 V battery, electronics). Its Euro NCAP rating has not been found.
- Reliability
- 4.5/5
- Indicative prices
- €16,000 – €20,900
- Monthly cost
- €394
- Euro NCAP
- Rating not found
Which version to choose
Versions to favour: 1.6 HEV 145.
1.0 MPI-T 91
Petrol · Manual · 91 hp · 5.2 L/100 km · Crit'Air 1
1.0 three-cylinder turbo, 6-speed manual gearbox. Shares its mechanical base with the Clio V, but the engine data sheet on the site does not mention this power output: link not made.
1.6 HEV 145
✓ RecommendedHybrid · Automatic · 145 hp · 4.3 L/100 km · 96 g CO₂/km · Crit'Air 1
1.6 full hybrid with multimode automatic gearbox and 1.2 kWh battery, shared with the Clio E-Tech. Boot reduced to 301 litres.
Engine: Renault 1.6 E-Tech hybrid (H4M)
Verdict on this engine: Good choice, check first
Market prices
€16,000 – €20,900
Indicative range: 2024 to 2026, yearly medians of 310 online listings collected by iAutos (years with at least 3 listings).
Collected on 20 October 2026 from the sources below. Our own survey of listings, by year and mileage, will refine it.
Known faults
12 V battery discharging when parked (Clio V base)
Severity 1/3 · AnnoyingNo Colt-specific reports have been found. As the Colt is a rebadged Clio V, this known Clio V issue should be checked: owners describe a car that will not start after a few days parked, sometimes even after the battery has been replaced. These are owner testimonies for the Clio V, with no frequency statistics.
- Versions
- 1.0 MPI-T 91, 1.6 HEV 145
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Minor electronic faults (Clio V base)
Severity 1/3 · AnnoyingNo Colt-specific reports have been found. On the Clio V it derives from, electronic problems are the top category of faults reported by owners to Moniteur Automobile (21% of reports): automatic wipers, Bluetooth, reversing camera, warning lights.
- Versions
- 1.0 MPI-T 91, 1.6 HEV 145
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Manufacturer recalls
See the official list on RappelConso (new tab) (French government recall site: category “Automobiles et moyens de déplacement”, search “Mitsubishi Colt”). A dealer for the brand can also check, using the vehicle identification number (VIN), that recalls have been carried out.
Real monthly cost
Fuel, insurance, maintenance and depreciation, excluding finance. Move the slider to match your mileage. How it is calculated
| Fuel or electricity | €106 |
|---|---|
| Insurance | €62 |
| Maintenance | €36 |
| Depreciation | €190 |
| Total per month | €394 |
⚠ Estimates to treat with caution
- Maintenance: published servicing price plus an estimated allowance for tyres and brakes.
- Maintenance: budget of a closely related model.
- Depreciation estimated at 12% of the median price a year, as no year-by-year valuation is usable.
Calculation details (12,000 km a year)
- Fuel (petrol)€106
1.6 HEV 145 version: combined consumption of 4.3 L/100 km, increased by 15% for real-world driving, at 2.14 €/L, for 1,000 km a month.
4.3 × 1.15 × 2.14 € × 10 = €106
Petrol price (SP95-E10): French national average on 7 October 2026.
- Insurance€62
Average monthly premium published for this model by insurance comparison sites (comprehensive cover when stated). Your premium depends on your profile.
- Maintenance€36
Servicing and wear parts (tyres, brakes) for 12,000 km a year, per month.
- Depreciation€190
Value lost in a year by a typical example, from the valuation gap between two years, per month.
Inspection checklist
Mitsubishi Colt VII — inspection checklist
Things to check
- Have the 12 V battery tested and ask whether the computer has been updated in case of difficult starting.
- Test the automatic wipers, Bluetooth, reversing camera and infotainment screen.
- Check with the Mitsubishi network, using the serial number, for recalls and updates.
- On the hybrid: test drive in town and on a fast road, listening for noises or jerking from the transmission.
- Check the service book and the remaining manufacturer's warranty.
Questions to ask the seller
- Has the battery already been replaced, or has the car ever refused to start?
- Have any software updates or recalls been carried out? Do you have the repair orders?
- How much manufacturer's warranty remains, and has the servicing been done at the network?
Test-drive tip: read the fault codes
A warning light that is off proves nothing: a fault may have been cleared just before the viewing. A Bluetooth OBD2 scanner, plugged in under the steering wheel and read on your phone, shows stored codes and whether all emissions readiness tests have run since the last reset.
Electric or hybrid equivalent
No direct electric or hybrid equivalent in our guides. Simulate combustion vs electric cost
Alternatives
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Renault Clio
V · since 2019
- Price
- €10,994 – €14,990
- Reliability
- 4/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid
Before you buy: check and equip
Check the history
Before paying, check the administrative status (lien, objection, declared claims) and the mileage recorded at the roadworthiness test.
Read fault codes
An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.
Parts and maintenance
Compare prices of parts for the Mitsubishi Colt VII (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.
Insure the car
Insurance prices vary widely from one model to another: get a quote before signing.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Mitsubishi Colt a Renault?
Yes, the 7th-generation Colt is a Renault Clio 5 with a Mitsubishi badge, built on the CMF-B platform and on sale since October 2023.
What is the boot capacity of the Colt?
391 litres announced for the 1.0 MPI petrol version according to Autotijd; the hybrid loses around 90 litres and drops to 301 litres according to Actu-Automobile.
Is the Colt reliable?
With no track record yet, no fault specific to the Colt is documented. The known points of vigilance are those of the Clio V it is based on.
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