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Mitsubishi Colt CZT (2005-2008) review

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Parkers overall rating: 3 out of 53.0

At a glance

Price new £13,054
Used prices £523 - £2,228
Road tax cost £255
Insurance group 26
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Fuel economy Not tested to latest standards
Range 424 miles
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Available fuel types

Petrol

Pros & cons

PROS

Decent performance, buzzy turbocharged engine

CONS

Artificial steering feel, poor interior materials, doesn't feel special to drive

Written by David Ross Published: 6 June 2019

Overview

The high-performance version of the Colt appears to tick all the right boxes if you’re after a small hot hatch. It has sporty looks, a turbocharged engine and affordable prices. The little 1.5-litre unit has 147bhp and delivers plenty of pace, but the CZT is let down by artificial steering and lacks driver involvement as a result. Like the standard Colt, it’s practical while economy is good given the performance.

But overall it lacks the fun factor found in cars like the Fiesta ST and Skoda Fabia vRS, both of which can be snapped up for similar money.