Mitsubishi Colt Problems by Year

A practical and reliable supermini, though the automated manual "Allshift" transmission and interior plastics are weak points.

Select a year below to see the specific problems affecting that model year, with estimated repair costs and severity ratings.

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Known Issues
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Serious Faults
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Moderate Issues

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Buying Tips for the Mitsubishi Colt

  • Prioritize the 1.3 manual for the best balance of performance and reliability.
  • Check the glovebox latch, as they are notoriously flimsy and expensive to fix.
  • Test the central locking on all doors, as actuators frequently fail.