Hatchbacks are ordinary cars with extraordinary capabilities and you can use them every day without a trust fund to cover the insurance, fuel, and maintenance costs. For this review, we will narrow down our reliability to safety, performance, and looks.
Hatchbacks are the smaller version of SUVs in terms of styling but with more fuel efficiency and affordability.
Most hatchbacks have cargo space with a considerable size compare to some SUVs. The genre was established by the original Volkswagen Golf GTI and today its wider acceptance by enthusiasts tells how fun it is to cruise with a Hatchback. Below are a few of them.
2018 Toyota Yaris
Toyota’s reliability has been tested and proven over time with all its product. The 2018 Yaris hatched back is not an exemption from that test in fact it ranks among the most reliable in its class.
With a restyled front bumper and rear-end, the hatchback looks more appealing than before. The Yaris hatchback is offered in L, LE, and SE trims, with three or five doors
The Hatchback is powered by 1.5-liter inline-4 engines married to 5-speed manual and 4-speed automatic transmissions.
Its boasts a 6.1 inches touchscreen infotainment system. lane departure warning, a low-speed automatic emergency braking system, and automatic high beams are some of its safety features.
2018 Chevrolet Cruze
Reliability and dependability come in having as many options as possible to offer and the Cruze is here with them The compact Hatchback comes in a four- or five-door, with an automatic and manual transmission and gas or diesel-powered engines to choose from. available in L, LS, LT, and Premier trim levels, although not all trims are available in both body styles.
The Cruze is fitted with a small turbocharged 4-cylinder gas engine rated at 153 horsepower and 177 pound-feet of torque.
The optional 1.6-liter turbodiesel engine comes in at 137 hp and 240 lb-ft, its 52 mpg highway fuel economy rating makes the Cruze the fans favorite. The Cruze is offered with 6-speed automatic or manual transmissions, plus a 9-speed automatic that’s exclusive to the turbodiesel.
2018 Mazda Mazda3
Mazda3 styling has been remarkably fantastic adorned with 16-inch wheels, keyless ignition, Bluetooth connectivity, and a 7.0-inch infotainment screen which makes it fun to cruise around with.
Its trims come with a standard automatic emergency braking system, dubbed Smart City Brake, which prevents low-speed collisions.
The independent IIHS rated the system as “Advanced” and noted that the system prevented forward collisions up to 12 mph. A secondary, more advanced system called Smart Brake is available that can stop the car at higher speeds.
Mazda has also limited its standard 2.0-liter inline-4 to only base Sport models this year. The higher output, 2.5-liter inline-4 is now available on Touring and Grand Touring sedans and hatchbacks, which brings a discernible bump in power (155 horsepower vs. 184 hp) paired with better interior materials.
2018 Subaru Impreza
The all-wheel-drive Impreza Hatchback is a compact car with much to offer from its roomy interior to its efficient fuel economy backed with comfort and standard safety records.
The Subaru Impreza is offered in base, Premium, Sport, and Limited trim levels with either an automatic or manual wheel drive to choose from.
All trim comes with a 2.0-liter flat-4 rated at 152 hp and 145 lb-ft of torque which is considerably low for a car of its standard.
Every version of the 2018 Impreza comes standard with a rearview camera, seven airbags, anti-lock brakes, and stability control.
Automatic transmission Premium, Sport, and Limited trim levels can be further upgraded with the brand’s EyeSight suite of safety tech that includes adaptive cruise control, forward-collision warnings with automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitors, active lane control, and rear cross-traffic alerts.
2018 Hyundai Elantra GT
The Elantra GT has been completely redesigned with distinctive styling inside and out and a long list of technology features and comfort options.
The best thing about the 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT is its incredible performance specs. Two available engine options help you get the horsepower, torque, and fuel economy ratings you’re looking for in a new sporty hatchback.
2.0-liter four-cylinder is the standard engine that is under the hood of the 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT.
Which put out an impressive 161 horsepower and 150 lb-ft of torque with an outstanding fuel economy rating of up to 24 mpg in the city, 32 mpg on the highway, and 27 mpg combined when opting for the automatic transmission.
Choose either a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission to send all the 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT’s horsepower and torque to the front wheels.
2021 Toyota Corolla Hatchback
Reputation plays a big role in the auto world and Toyota has been known to be very reliable even with their small cars which have made the brand to be one of the most successful in the industry.
The Corolla Hatchback performance can not be overemphasized with three sporty trim levels and lots of attitudes. Twisty roads will be a breeze with the four-cylinder engine and agile suspension.
Its standard driver safety features and fuel efficiency are a thing of joy making the Corolla Hatchback an engaging yet practical daily driver. The Toyota Corolla Hatchback is a 5-seater vehicle that comes in 3 trim levels.
The most popular style is the SE CVT, which comes with a 2.0L I4 engine and Front Wheel Drive. This Corolla Hatchback is estimated to deliver 32 MPG in the city and 41 MPG on the highway.
2018 Buick Regal Sportback
The redesigned 2018 Buick Regal offers capable engine choices, responsive transmissions, and a comfortable ride.
With its remarkable roof-hinged back hatch for a standard cargo capacity of 31.5 cubic feet and the ability to carry 60.7 cubic feet of cargo with the rear seats folded.
The Sportback is not famous for its five-door but its reliability rating has brought about the awareness it deserves.
Under the hood is a 250-horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with a nine-speed automatic transmission.
All-wheel-drive models with the turbo-four come with an eight-speed automatic. Powering the GS is a 3.6-liter V6 engine that produces 310 horsepower and 282 pound-feet of torque. The V6 comes with a nine-speed automatic transmission.
The base engine and front-wheel drive return 22/32 mpg city/highway, All-wheel-drive models with the base engine get 21/29 mpg city/highway and the Regal GS yields 19/27 mpg city/highway.
2018 Audi A7
2018 A7 is certainly the most luxurious and powerful of these premium liftbacks. It’s also more expensive, Of course, that price covers luxury cues such as eight-way power-adjustable and heated leather seats, real birch-wood cabin accents, LED exterior lights, four-zone automatic climate control, and a navigation-based infotainment system with Android Auto/Apple CarPlay.
And standard beneath the A7’s sleek hood is a supercharged 340-horsepower engine that helps this full-size sport sedan race from 0-60 in 5.2 seconds.
2021 Honda Civic
Honda Civic has been one of the most popular small cars on the market, garnering a reputation for practicality and fuel efficiency. With driver safety technology and other modern amenities. Agile handling makes the Civic fun to drive.
The Honda Civic is a 5-seater and one of the best compact cars available today. It comes in 7 trim levels.
The most popular style is the Sport Hatchback CVT, which comes with a 1.5L I4 Turbo engine and Front Wheel Drive. This Civic is estimated to deliver 29 MPG in the city and 35 MPG on the highway.