The Best Hatchbacks In 2020

The 2020 hatchbacks are designed to meet different demands in the market. Their appealing qualities range from the stylish brands to utility they provide and they are an exciting automobile to have. They have great uniqueness because they combine  compactness with the cozy nature of a modern sedan. Though it is relatively small to its bigger siblings, it has a well-spaced interior for hauling small equipment which makes it a go-to option for small families.

Car manufacturers put in a lot of effort to make sure hatchbacks satisfy all the needs of a driver. Its excellent gas mileage, affordable price, and sporty handling makes it a competition to other rival automobiles.

Below are 5 noteworthy quality brands of hatchbacks to consider when you want to purchase:

2020 Mitsubishi Mirage

The Mitsubishi Mirage 2020 model is affordable, astute in style, has class leading warranty and an impeccable fuel economy. But its engine is unremarkable, and its safety rating is below average.

The Mirage comes with a standard five-speed transmission, an electric power assist steering which makes it outputs 78hp and a 74lb-ft of torque. It has an Anti-Lock braking system and has a comfy interior that can seat four passengers.

The latest editions of the Mirage have accent lines that are angled through the car’s steep sides. The vehicle has a continuous variable transmission which provides better fuel consumption.

Even though the Mitsubishi Mirage has substantial features and performance; its fuel-consumption rate, stylish and compact nature makes it difficult not to fall in love with the car. Putting out its short comings, the Mitsubishi price lies between £10,480- £13,706

2020 Chevrolet Spark

The 2020 Chevrolet Spark is a huge prospect in London. They have an accessible and top notch interior. The Chevrolet 2020 models have diverse safety systems and operational upgrades like the 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot and a standard 7-inch touchscreen display. The 2LT has power windows and air conditioning. While the 1LT has remote less key entry and sophisticated steering wheel audio controls.

The Spark’s has a 1.4liter four-cylinder engine that outputs 98 horsepower. Sometimes, the 4-cylinder engine is connected with an optional continuous variable transmission (CVT), or a five-speed manual gearbox. With the Chevrolet Spark, you can expect to get a fuel consumption rate of 23mpg for cities and 44mpg on highways.

The Chevrolet Spark has good fuel economy, spacious interior, two options for transmissions and an amazing price range. It also comes with safety preventive systems like the theft-deterrent systems. However, its major setbacks are slow acceleration, low resale value, and limited space at the backseat. The MRSP for the Chevrolet Spark 2017 model is between £10,484- £14,053.

2020 Volkswagen Golf

The 2020 Volkswagen Golf is another hatchback that is appealing to drivers. It has a 1.8liter, 4-cylinder engine that outputs 170 horse power and 184lb-ft of torque. It also has two transmissions, a 5-speed manual, or the OD.

The 2020 Golf is a front-wheel drive vehicle with a remarkable stability, thanks to its 17-inch wheels. It has air conditioning and manual climate control. The user enjoys remote keyless entry and a passenger lumbar support.

The 2020 Golf has a good steering weight when you increase speed. The steering weight gives the user precise information about the performance of the car. Thus it engages the driver. The Golf has cargo versatility, a decent fuel economy, and an impressive refinement.

However, the 2017 top brands are quite expensive, it also has thick rear roof pillars, which limits side visibility, and sometimes the user may find the car’s handling a little off because of the automated-manual transmissions.

2020 Ford Focus

2020  Ford Focus is another option to consider among several hatchbacks. It accelerates from zero to 60mph in 8.5 seconds and has a top speed of 121 mph. The 2020 model has a European-developed chassis that will enhance your ride experience. It has features like the MyKey that helps to limit its top speed and provides a warning information on low fuel. It has a standard 2.0liter, a four-cylinder engine which outputs 160 horsepower. In addition, a lesser version of the 1.0-liter turbo three-cylinder engine that outputs 123 horsepower is readily available.

Generally, the 2020 Ford Focus has great gas mileage with a fuel consumption rate of 26mpg in cities, and 38mpg on highways. It has sporty handling making the ride quality to be superb on the road. Also, it is an inexpensive base model with an MSRP of £13,468. But its setbacks are: it has normal performance, has a limited rear seat space and most importantly, it lacks the modern safety features like the forward collision warning system.

2020 Hyundai Elantra GT

The 2020 Elantra GT hatchback is of exceptional quality. It has features that are enough to amaze a driver. It comes with a standard front wheel drive, a 6-speed manual transmission, a 2.0 liter, 4-cylinder engine, which outputs 173 horsepower at a torque of 154lb-ft. It also has a Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) fuel system.

The Hyundai has a fuel tank capacity of 13.2 gals, and a combined fuel economy of 27 mpg for both manual and automatic transmissions. The Hyundai Elantra GT is sold in excess of £16,129.

The GT has unique features such as a panoramic sunroof which adds excellence to its look, a sporty feel, and a bold driving and handling characteristics. It also has a logical control interface. On the contrary, the 2020 Hyundai Elantra GT has minimal space in its backseat, which causes cramping, and also its engine gets noisy when you accelerate.