Hatchbacks feature a distinct body configuration with a rear door that swings upwards to provide access to the cargo area. They may also feature fold-down second row seating. A unique feature of the hatchback is that the interior can be easily reconfigured to prioritize passenger versus cargo volume. Cars with such body configurations can be traced back to 1930’s. Hatchbacks are a good option if your travel is limited in the city streets especially if you are working with a limited budget.

Here are a few hatchbacks that you can consider buying this year.

2020 Volkswagen GTI
The new 2020 Volkswagen GTI is a four passenger hatchback that has a 1.4-liter four cylinder engine which produces 228 horsepower. With a front wheel drive and 6 speed manual transmission (optional six speed automatic), it provides an estimated fuel economy of 32 MPG on highway and 24 MPG in cities. The Volkswagen GTI comes in two trim variants including the GTI Base S and the GTI SE.

2020 Honda Civic
Being one of the top automobile brands, Honda certainly gives other hatchback counterparts a run for their money with the 2020 Civic. It is a 4 door, 5 passenger front wheel drive vehicle that boasts an engine capacity of 2.0 liter with 4 cylinders. The base variant provides 158 horsepower with 138 lb-ft of torque. It provides an estimated fuel economy of 29 MPG on highway and 37 MPG in cities.

2020 Kia Rio
Kia Rio is a four door, 5 passenger front wheel drive that provides an estimated fuel economy of 29 and 38 MPG in city and highway respectively. It has a 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine provides a 120 horsepower. Interior features include AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio system and SIRIUS satellite radio with USB and Auxiliary input jacks with 4 speakers. It also offers Bluetooth wireless technology with voice recognition.

2020 Subaru Impreza
Subaru is popular among racer enthusiasts. The new Subaru Impreza has 2.0-liter 4 cylinder which produces 152 horsepower. It has an estimated fuel economy of 28 MPG and 36 MPG in the city and highway respectively. With a top speed of 155 mph, Impreza clocks 0 to 60 mph in 6.5 seconds.

2020 Mazda Mazda3
Mazda is yet another one of those brands that is a hit among racers, pros and amateurs alike. The Mazda3 is a 4 door 5 passenger “Peppy” hatchback that has a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine capable of delivering 186 horsepower and 186 lb.-ft of torque. It has a six-speed transmission (manual option available) and it provides an estimated fuel economy of 26 and 35 in cities and highway respectively. It zips from 0 to 60mph in just 10.1 seconds.