Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Small
Production years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012
The Ralliart was for Mitsubishi Colt, what the GTI was for the Volkswagen Polo: a special version meant for those who want more from a little car.
While the world economy started to collapse, affected by the financial crisis, Mitsubishi refreshed the 2003 Colt small-segment MPV. The vehicle was available in a three and five-door version. The new Ralliart package was more than just a sticker on the tailgate and some decals on the sides.
Mitsubishi offered the 150 hp Colt only on the 3-door version for the non-facelifted model. That was corrected after 2008 when that engine was available for the 5-door as well. Both vehicles featured a new front fascia, with a "Jet Fighter" grille design. That wide opening continued from the hood to the lower apron in an A-shaped form. The inspiration came from the flagship model Lancer Evolution X. On the sides, the B- and C-pillars received a black foil to create the floating roof design look. For the five-door, the D-pillar received the same treatment. At the back, on top of the tailgate, a roof-spoiler enhanced the car's sporty look.
Inside, the car featured more hard-plastic areas on the door panels, the dashboard, and the ridiculously small center console. At least, it offered two cup-holders for the front occupants. There was a pattern on that plastic that made it look better. The instrument cluster didn't look to have a high-quality. Still, it provided all the necessary information about the revs, the speed, coolant temperature, and the fuel level. On the three-door version, the shorter wheelbase reduced the legroom for the rear bench occupants.
Mitsubishi installed a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine under the hood, which provided 150 hp. It was mated to a standard 5-speed manual gearbox.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.5 Turbo 5MT (150 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1468 cm3 |
Power: | 110 KW @ 6000 RPM 150 HP @ 6000 RPM 148 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 155 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM 210 Nm @ 3500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged direct injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 130 mph (209 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 7.4 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/45 R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 152.7 in (3879 mm) |
Width: | 66.7 in (1694 mm) |
Height: | 59.8 in (1519 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 57.5/56.9 in (1,461/1,445 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 98.4 in (2499 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.1 in (155 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 5.9 / 31.8 cuFT (167 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.38 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2337 lbs (1060 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3417 lbs (1550 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 27.3 mpg US (8.6 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 41.2 mpg US (5.7 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 34 mpg US (6.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 161 g/km |