The Comparative Analysis :
Mitsubishi Space Star 1.2 ClearTec (16 - 18) vs. VW Polo 1.6 TDI SCR DSG (18 - ..)
€ 12,000

€ 21,000

€ 12,000
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 21,000
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ considerably. The Mitsubishi Space Star 1.2 ClearTec is 10.2 inches shorter, 3.4 inches narrower and 2.3 inches taller than the VW Polo 1.6 TDI SCR.
Mitsubishi Space Star 1.2 ClearTec
VW Polo 1.6 TDI SCR
59.3
65.6
76.8
56.9
68.9
77.3
65.6 in
Width
68.9 in
76.8 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
77.3 in
59.3 in
Height
56.9 in
96.5
149.4
100.4
159.6
149.4 in
Length
159.6 in
96.5 in
Wheelbase
100.4 in
Vehicle Weight
Mitsubishi Space Star 1.2 ClearTec
VW Polo 1.6 TDI SCR
2039 lb
Curb Weight
2873 lb
2954 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
3836 lb

Weight Difference:
833 lb
29 %

General
Mitsubishi Space Star 1.2 ClearTec
VW Polo 1.6 TDI SCR
A00
Generation
AW
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Diesel

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive

5-speed manual transmission
Transmission
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
Mitsubishi Space Star 1.2 ClearTec
VW Polo 1.6 TDI SCR
Straight-three gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Code
*DGT*
4
Valves
4
3
Cylinders
4
1.2 L / 59 cu in
Displacement
1.6 L / 78 cu in
79 hp
at 6000 rpm
Power
94 hp
at 2700 rpm
Mitsubishi Space Star 1.2 ClearTec
79 hp
94 hp
VW Polo 1.6 TDI SCR
78 lb‑ft
at 4000 rpm
Max. Torque
184 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Mitsubishi Space Star 1.2 ClearTec
78 lb‑ft
184 lb‑ft
VW Polo 1.6 TDI SCR
Performance
Mitsubishi Space Star 1.2 ClearTec
VW Polo 1.6 TDI SCR
112 mph
Maximum Speed
115 mph
11.7 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
11.2 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
535 ft
0.000 sec

Mitsubishi Space Star 1.2 ClearTec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
512 ft
0.000 sec

VW Polo 1.6 TDI SCR
▶ REPLAY
25.81 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
30.56 lb/hp
Mitsubishi Space Star 1.2 ClearTec
25.81 lb/hp
30.56 lb/hp
VW Polo 1.6 TDI SCR
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Mitsubishi Space Star 1.2 ClearTec
VW Polo 1.6 TDI SCR
Fuel Economy
55 mpg
combined
60 mpg
Mitsubishi Space Star 1.2 ClearTec
55 mpg
60 mpg
VW Polo 1.6 TDI SCR
48 mpg
city
53 mpg
60 mpg
highway
65 mpg
9.2 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
10.6 gal
506 mi
Range
638 mi
Mitsubishi Space Star 1.2 ClearTec
506 mi
638 mi
VW Polo 1.6 TDI SCR
Environmental Impact
81.4 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
80.3 kWh
Mitsubishi Space Star 1.2 ClearTec
81.4 kWh
80.3 kWh
VW Polo 1.6 TDI SCR
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
Emission Standard
Euro 6
161 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
166 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Mitsubishi Space Star 1.2 ClearTec
VW Polo 1.6 TDI SCR
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
915 lb
Maximum Payload
963 lb
5.9 cu ft
Trunk Volume
9.9 cu ft







24.9 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
31.9 cu ft