Used Mitsubishi Colt

What to know before buying: Mitsubishi Colt

From 1 forum thread and 2 press tests · updated 12/10/2026

What the reviews say

• In ADAC's 2008 statistics, the Colt was rated the most reliable compact car among 27 models.[1]one sourceColt 6
• Cars from 2010 passed inspection on the first attempt 70% of the time, versus a 60% average for cars of the same year.[2]one sourceColt 6
• In a Colt 1.3 test, cabin quality was rated above average, with the controls, dashboard and small steering wheel making a good impression.[3]one source
• In the three-door car, a rear passenger over 1.80 m lacks headroom; the five-door version offers adequate headroom and legroom.[3]one source

Typical faults

• The Jatco CVT can overheat and whine; the risk is noted from roughly 80,000 km.[2]one sourceColt 6

  80 000+ km · 3A9 1.1, 4A9 1.3, 4A9 1.5, 4G1 Turbo 1.5

• The Allshift automated transmission has reported clutch, actuator and gear-change faults.[2]one sourceColt 6
• The 1.5 DI-D diesel requires attention to its EGR and turbo systems, especially after urban use.[2]one sourceColt 6

  OM639 1.5 DI-D

Which engine and version to take

• The 1.1, 1.3, 1.5 and 1.5 Turbo petrol engines are sensible choices, with no systemic mechanical fault identified by the source.[2]one sourceColt 6

What to avoid

• Avoid buying a 1.5 DI-D without checking the EGR, turbo and fault memory, especially after predominantly urban use.[2]one sourceColt 6

What to check at the inspection

• On a CVT car, check for whining and juddering and request oil-change records; the source specifies a 60,000 km interval.[2]one sourceColt 6
• With the Allshift transmission, test pull-away, reverse and gear changes for any harsh engagement.[2]one sourceColt 6
• On the 1.5 DI-D, scan for faults and check turbo boost parameters.[2]one sourceColt 6
• At 200,000–300,000 km, carefully assess petrol-engine operation and noises and scan the fault memory.[2]one sourceColt 6
• Compare rear space in the three- and five-door versions with your needs; taller passengers may lack headroom in the three-door car.[3]one source

Verdict

Sources

1. [1]forum.mitsubishibg.com — Мицубиши Колт V I -та генерация - Клуб Мицубиши · forum
2. [2]autoradars.lv — Mitsubishi Colt Colt 6 (2004 - 2012): problēmas un riski · press
3. [3]actualidadmotor.com — Mitsubishi Colt 1.3 tests (I daļa) · press

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