Car Rankings: Hatchbacks
Ranking of cars that feature at least one hatchback trim
- MSRP: $14,900 - $19,110
- Invoice: $14,380 - $18,421
- Avg. Paid: $16,054 - $20,321
- MPG: 28 City / 35 Hwy
#1
2010 Honda Fit
The 2010 Honda Fit is a winner is almost every respect. Beloved by the automotive press for its innovative storage options, its extensive list of available features ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 9.0 |
| Performance: | 8.2 |
| Exterior: | 7.3 |
| Interior: | 8.7 |
| Safety: | 9.6 |
| Reliability: | 8.0 |
- MSRP: $23,230 - $24,930
- Invoice: $21,656 - $23,310
- Avg. Paid: $22,331 - $23,944
- MPG: 21 City / 31 Hwy
#2
2009 Volkswagen GTI
The GTI has strong performance, handling and braking, along with a well-designed cabin. But the GTI has some confusing and outdated entertainment features, and VW purists are ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.5 |
| Performance: | 8.9 |
| Exterior: | 7.8 |
| Interior: | 8.5 |
| Safety: | 8.6 |
| Reliability: | 5.0 |
- MSRP: $26,920 - $36,975
- Invoice: $25,035 - $34,387
- Avg. Paid: $26,359 - $36,015
- MPG: 21 City / 30 Hwy
#3
2009 Audi A3
The A3 has sports car-like performance in the body of a sleek hatchback, but it's expensive compared to other entry-level luxury cars.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.4 |
| Performance: | 8.8 |
| Exterior: | 8.4 |
| Interior: | 7.8 |
| Safety: | 10.0 |
| Reliability: | 5.0 |
- MSRP: $16,300 - $19,340
- Invoice: $15,456 - $18,781
- Avg. Paid: $16,349 - $18,975
- MPG: 20 City / 29 Hwy
#3
2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
The Rabbit is a great performer with plenty of standard features and a high index of class and comfort.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.4 |
| Performance: | 8.1 |
| Exterior: | 8.0 |
| Interior: | 8.4 |
| Safety: | 9.4 |
| Reliability: | 5.0 |
- MSRP: $15,295 - $22,800
- Invoice: $14,341 - $21,345
- Avg. Paid: $15,337 - $22,440
- MPG: 25 (Est) City / 33 (Est) Hwy
#5
2010 Mazda MAZDA3
The redesigned Mazda3's aggressively sporty performance is notable among affordable small cars, but its once-sleek exterior is now described as goofy-looking by some auto writers.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.3 |
| Performance: | 8.7 |
| Exterior: | 5.6 |
| Interior: | 8.4 |
| Safety: | 9.8 |
| Reliability: | 5.0 |
- MSRP: $13,300 - $17,900
- Invoice: $12,755 - $16,775
- Avg. Paid: $13,955 - $18,506
- MPG: - TBD - City / - TBD - Hwy
#6
2010 Kia Soul
The Soul is Kia's brand-new car-based hatchback, though it does sport some SUV-like styling. It's about the same length as the Kia Rio compact and competes with ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.0 |
| Performance: | 7.1 |
| Exterior: | 8.6 |
| Interior: | 8.6 |
| Safety: | 9.8 |
| Reliability: | 5.0 |
- MSRP: $13,325 - $15,125
- Invoice: $12,640 - $14,355
- Avg. Paid: $13,700 - $15,452
- MPG: 27 City / 32 Hwy
#7
2009 Kia Rio5
The Rio5 offers one of the best safety packages in its class, as well as an outstanding warranty and good cargo capacity. But it also has very ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.8 |
| Performance: | 7.6 |
| Exterior: | 8.3 |
| Interior: | 7.3 |
| Safety: | 8.4 |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
- MSRP: $15,750 - $16,700
- Invoice: $14,962 - $15,865
- Avg. Paid: $16,515 - $17,463
- MPG: 22 City / 28 Hwy
#7
2010 Scion xB
The xB is still square, safe and affordable, but isn't your best option for cabin comfort and gas mileage.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.8 |
| Performance: | 7.8 |
| Exterior: | 8.2 |
| Interior: | 7.7 |
| Safety: | 8.6 |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
- MSRP: $24,100 - $26,300
- Invoice: $22,654 - $24,722
- Avg. Paid: $22,251 - $24,430
- MPG: 21 City / 29 Hwy
#7
2010 Volvo C30
The Volvo C30's distinctive look and extensive list of safety features will attract many buyers, but reviewers say its performance doesn't live up to what its stylish ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.8 |
| Performance: | 7.9 |
| Exterior: | 9.0 |
| Interior: | 8.0 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
- MSRP: $13,990 - $20,120
- Invoice: NA
- MPG: 24 City / 29 Hwy
#10
2010 Nissan Cube
In its second year on the market, the 2010 Nissan Cube offers the same bold styling, spacious interior and low price that make it appealing to those ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.7 |
| Performance: | 7.0 |
| Exterior: | 7.8 |
| Interior: | 8.5 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | NA |
- MSRP: $9,900 - $16,530
- Invoice: $9,759 - $15,942
- Avg. Paid: $10,160 - $16,924
- MPG: 26 (2009) City / 34 (2009) Hwy
#10
2010 Nissan Versa
Considering that it is one of the least expensive cars in its class, the Nissan Versa is a good choice for its spacious cabin and excellent handling ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.7 |
| Performance: | 7.2 |
| Exterior: | 7.1 |
| Interior: | 8.6 |
| Safety: | 9.2 |
| Reliability: | 5.0 |
- MSRP: $16,100 - $20,875
- Invoice: $15,376 - $19,936
- Avg. Paid: $16,169 - $20,778
- MPG: 26 City / 32 Hwy
#10
2010 Pontiac Vibe
The Vibe has cargo space to rival larger crossovers, but its unexciting drive doesn't compare well to newer hatchbacks.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.7 |
| Performance: | 7.1 |
| Exterior: | 7.8 |
| Interior: | 7.5 |
| Safety: | 9.6 |
| Reliability: | 8.0 |
- MSRP: $16,695 - $17,695
- Invoice: $15,610 - $16,540
- Avg. Paid: $16,809 - $17,768
- MPG: 23 City / 30 Hwy
#13
2009 Kia Spectra5
The Spectra5 is nimble on highways and easy on the wallet, but is not the best vehicle for impressive power, and most reviewers say you won't be ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.5 |
| Performance: | 7.3 |
| Exterior: | 8.0 |
| Interior: | 7.0 |
| Safety: | 9.3 |
| Reliability: | 5.0 |
- MSRP: $14,800 - $15,600
- Invoice: $14,060 - $14,820
- Avg. Paid: $15,568 - $16,367
- MPG: 26 City / 32 Hwy
#13
2010 Scion xD
Reviewers appreciate the xD for its around-town cruising capabilities and long list of customization options, but most say that it lacks the comfort and utility of other ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.5 |
| Performance: | 7.2 |
| Exterior: | 7.7 |
| Interior: | 7.2 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
- MSRP: NA
- Invoice: NA
- MPG: - TBD - City / - TBD - Hwy
#15
2009 Saturn Astra
The Astra is competitively stylish both inside and out, but its four-cylinder engine is hardly peppy on the road and its cabin is hampered by an inconvenient ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.4 |
| Performance: | 7.7 |
| Exterior: | 8.5 |
| Interior: | 7.5 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 5.0 |
- MSRP: $16,550 - $21,960
- Invoice: $15,474 - $20,092
- Avg. Paid: $16,803 - $22,012
- MPG: 26 City / 32 Hwy
#15
2010 Toyota Matrix
The Matrix is fuel efficient and practical. But nit-picking reviewers note the car's unimpressive cabin materials and forgettable performance.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.4 |
| Performance: | 7.0 |
| Exterior: | 7.3 |
| Interior: | 7.6 |
| Safety: | 9.6 |
| Reliability: | 8.0 |
- MSRP: $12,355 - $13,915
- Invoice: $11,737 - $13,219
- Avg. Paid: $12,660 - $14,419
- MPG: 29 (2009) City / 35 (2009) Hwy
#15
2010 Toyota Yaris
From its excellent fuel economy and eccentric appearance to its comprehensive package of safety features, the 2010 Toyota Yaris is a good value. Nonetheless, with a painfully ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.4 |
| Performance: | 7.2 |
| Exterior: | 7.9 |
| Interior: | 7.4 |
| Safety: | 8.0 |
| Reliability: | 7.0 |
- MSRP: $11,990 - $16,990
- Invoice: $11,151 - $15,801
- Avg. Paid: $12,925 - $17,854
- MPG: 33 City / 41 Hwy
#18
2009 Smart ForTwo
The Fortwo's cute frame and nimble handling make it a very tempting choice for city driving, but its sluggish power is impractical for the highway.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 6.9 |
| Performance: | 6.4 |
| Exterior: | 8.2 |
| Interior: | 8.4 |
| Safety: | 8.5 |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
- MSRP: $11,965 - $15,365
- Invoice: $11,486 - $14,750
- Avg. Paid: $12,624 - $15,998
- MPG: 27 City / 35 Hwy
#19
2010 Chevrolet Aveo
The Chevy Aveo is notable for its low sticker price more than for anything else. It is among the least expensive cars on the road, and with ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 6.7 |
| Performance: | 6.7 |
| Exterior: | 7.7 |
| Interior: | 7.3 |
| Safety: | 8.4 |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
- MSRP: $16,460 - $24,840
- Invoice: $15,498 - $23,208
- Avg. Paid: $16,417 - $24,384
- MPG: 24 City / 30 Hwy
#20
2009 Dodge Caliber
The Caliber's aggressive styling and spacious trunk are assets for anyone shopping for a hatchback -- but reviewers say the car's underwhelming powertrain and less than stellar build ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 6.6 |
| Performance: | 6.4 |
| Exterior: | 7.5 |
| Interior: | 7.1 |
| Safety: | 8.1 |
| Reliability: | 5.0 |
Unranked: Hatchbacks
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