History of The Nameplate
Mitsubishi started with the nameplate "Colt" in 1962. This original series started as a line of small cars sold predominantly in Japan. These models continued on in various similar forms until 1971. Between 1978 and 2002, the name "Colt" applied to export versions of the Mitsubishi Mirage in markets such as Europe and for a time, in Australia. Between 2002 and 2012, Colt has referred to a subcompact hatchback and derivative body styles that replaced the Mirage line. Unlike previously, Colt was the name used internationally.
Various other models have been designated "Colt" over time as well. The Mitsubishi L200 pickup truck in South Africa utilized the name from at least 1992 to 2008, as has the second generation Mitsubishi Delica in Indonesia—its full name being "Mitsubishi Colt Solar L300".
Colt was also used as a marque from 1974 to 1984 by the Colt Car Company to market Mitsubishi vehicles in the United Kingdom. In New Zealand, the Colt brand ceased in favour of the Mitsubishi name in 1970, upon the release of the new "Dyna-wedge" Galant model.
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