Used Hatchbacks $15K to $20K
View the best used hatchbacks priced between $15,000 and $20,000. Then read our used car reviews, compare specs and features, and find used hatchbacks for sale in your area. Learn more about our rankings»
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#1
2010 Toyota Prius
With top fuel economy and reliability ratings and competitive interior and cargo space, reviewers agreed that it ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 9.0 |
| Critics' Rating: | 9.0 |
| Performance: | 8.4 |
| Interior: | 8.3 |
| Operating Cost: | 8.7 |
| Safety: | 9.1 |
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#2
2011 Toyota Prius
The 2011 Toyota Prius’ superior fuel economy ratings, high safety scores, exceptional reliability and spacious interior helped ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.8 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.9 |
| Performance: | 8.2 |
| Interior: | 8.3 |
| Operating Cost: | N/A |
| Safety: | 9.4 |
| Reliability:
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#3
2011 Mazda Mazda3
The 2011 Mazda3 is one of the best-performing 2011 used small cars, and it has a quality interior, class-competitive list of interior features and good safety scores. Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 8.3 |
| Critics' Rating: | 9.3 |
| Performance: | 8.6 |
| Interior: | 8.6 |
| Operating Cost: | 7.8 |
| Safety: | 9.2 |
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#3
2011 Volkswagen GTI
With delightful driving dynamics, a well-constructed interior and excellent safety scores, the 2011 Volkswagen GTI zooms past ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 8.3 |
| Critics' Rating: | 9.2 |
| Performance: | 9.0 |
| Interior: | 9.2 |
| Operating Cost: | 7.8 |
| Safety: | 9.8 |
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#5
2011 Volkswagen Golf
The 2011 Volkswagen Golf stands out among used small cars with enjoyable driving dynamics, ample interior space and a quality cabin, though its reliability rating is below-average ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 8.2 |
| Critics' Rating: | 9.0 |
| Performance: | 8.5 |
| Interior: | 8.5 |
| Operating Cost: | 8.0 |
| Safety: | 9.8 |
| Reliability:
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#6
2010 Volkswagen GTI
The 2010 Volkswagen GTI offers refined performance, a well-made, spacious cabin and good gas mileage. While the ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 8.1 |
| Critics' Rating: | 9.2 |
| Performance: | 8.9 |
| Interior: | 9.1 |
| Operating Cost: | 7.8 |
| Safety: | 9.2 |
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#6
2010 Volvo C30
The 2010 Volvo C30 is more than just a stylish, retro-inspired hatchback. The C30’s outstanding safety ratings, strong reliability and well-equipped cabin make it a smart buy ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.1 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.2 |
| Performance: | 7.9 |
| Interior: | 8.0 |
| Operating Cost: | N/A |
| Safety: | 10.0 |
| Reliability:
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#6
2011 Nissan Leaf
Choosing the all-electric 2011 Nissan Leaf means you’ll never need to visit a gas station again. If you only need to travel on short trips, the Leaf, ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.1 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.9 |
| Performance: | 8.1 |
| Interior: | 8.2 |
| Operating Cost: | N/A |
| Safety: | 9.4 |
| Reliability:
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#9
2011 Kia Soul
The boxy 2011 Kia Soul is a smart choice if you’re looking for a 2011 small used car with excellent safety scores, comfortable seats and good cargo ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.0 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.5 |
| Performance: | 7.2 |
| Interior: | 8.7 |
| Operating Cost: | 8.1 |
| Safety: | 9.4 |
| Reliability:
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#10
2009 Volvo C30
The four-seat 2009 Volvo C30 is a solid upscale small car with a well-liked turbocharged engine and a stylish exterior design, though some rival hatchbacks offer more ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.8 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.1 |
| Performance: | 7.9 |
| Interior: | 8.0 |
| Operating Cost: | N/A |
| Safety: | 10.0 |
| Reliability:
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#10
2009 Audi A3
The 2009 Audi A3 is a sleek-looking hatchback with a well-made cabin and sports car-like performance. It also has an outstanding safety score, though its poor reliability ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.8 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.8 |
| Performance: | 8.8 |
| Interior: | 7.8 |
| Operating Cost: | 7.3 |
| Safety: | 10.0 |
| Reliability:
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#10
2011 Saab 9-3
The 2011 Saab 9-3 has good safety ratings, available all-wheel drive and a decent reliability score. However, reviewers thought that some competitors surpassed it with better performance ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.8 |
| Critics' Rating: | 7.7 |
| Performance: | 7.7 |
| Interior: | 7.4 |
| Operating Cost: | 7.6 |
| Safety: | 9.6 |
| Reliability:
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#10
2011 Volvo C30
The 2011 Volvo C30 offers classic styling, great safety scores and an attractive, well-equipped interior. However, if you need a lot of passenger space or you’re looking ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.8 |
| Critics' Rating: | 7.8 |
| Performance: | 8.0 |
| Interior: | 7.9 |
| Operating Cost: | N/A |
| Safety: | 10.0 |
| Reliability:
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#10
2009 MINI Cooper
The 2009 Mini Cooper is fun to drive and fuel-efficient, but a cramped cabin makes it less practical than other small cars. Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.8 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.5 |
| Performance: | 8.4 |
| Interior: | 6.6 |
| Operating Cost: | 7.3 |
| Safety: | 9.3 |
| Reliability:
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#15
2011 Toyota Matrix
The 2011 Toyota Matrix is fuel-efficient and utilitarian, but reviewers said it can’t top its competitors because its performance is underwhelming, and it doesn’t offer nearly as ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.6 |
| Critics' Rating: | 6.9 |
| Performance: | 6.9 |
| Interior: | 7.2 |
| Operating Cost: | 8.0 |
| Safety: | 9.1 |
| Reliability:
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#16
2010 Subaru Impreza
The 2010 Subaru Impreza is one of the only cars in the class with standard all-wheel drive, but with lower fuel economy and reliability ratings than its ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.5 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.3 |
| Performance: | 8.0 |
| Interior: | 7.2 |
| Operating Cost: | 7.6 |
| Safety: | 9.5 |
| Reliability:
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#17
2011 Subaru Impreza
The 2011 Subaru Impreza has standard all-wheel drive and good performance, making it a sure-footed option for 2011 small car shoppers. However, buyers in search of a ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.4 |
| Critics' Rating: | 7.7 |
| Performance: | 8.0 |
| Interior: | 7.3 |
| Operating Cost: | 7.7 |
| Safety: | 9.8 |
| Reliability:
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#18
2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
Available as a sedan, hatchback or sporty Ralliart model, the 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer offers an array of trims. But with a low reliability score, some of the ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.2 |
| Critics' Rating: | 7.5 |
| Performance: | 7.4 |
| Interior: | 6.8 |
| Operating Cost: | 7.9 |
| Safety: | 9.8 |
| Reliability:
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