What is the other name for the Mitsubishi Colt?
The other name for the Mitsubishi Colt is the Mirage. In Europe, a closely related Mirage-derived model has also appeared under the Space Star badge.
A brief history of the Colt and Mirage connection
The Mitsubishi Colt began life as a compact hatchback line dating back to the 1960s. Over time, Mitsubishi used the Mirage badge for export versions of the same basic car, so the Colt and Mirage names referred to essentially the same vehicle in different markets. In Europe, a later Mirage-derived variant was branded as Space Star, reflecting regional marketing choices to align with European design language and naming strategies.
Where the Mirage and Colt names overlap today
Because branding has varied by region and era, you may encounter Mirage-badged cars that are mechanically Colt-based, or Space Star branding for the European version of the same lineage. Here are the current naming variants you’re most likely to see:
- Mirage — the export name used for the Colt-derived subcompact in many markets (notably North America and parts of Asia and Africa).
- Space Star — the European-market name for the Mirage-derived hatchback, adopted in the 2010s.
Understanding these naming differences helps when researching history, parts, or specifications, since the same lineage can appear under different badges depending on region and year.
Summary
In short, the Mitsubishi Colt’s other name is typically the Mirage, with Space Star serving as the European branding for the same lineage in certain generations. Always check the model year and VIN to confirm the exact variant you’re looking at.
