Best Hatchbacks for 2025 | U.S. News (2025)

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2025 Honda Civic Type R

The 2025 Honda Civic Type R is one of the cornerstones of the hot hatch segment and is wickedly fun to drive. The performance-focused Type...readmore»

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2025 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid

The 2025 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid – formerly the Prius Prime – is a practical and sensible daily driver in most ways. It has solid cargo...readmore»

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2025 Hyundai Elantra N

The 2025 Hyundai Elantra N is one of the best bang-for-your-buck, performance-first vehicles on the market today. It drives with gusto, has...readmore»

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2025 Mazda Mazda3

The 2025 Mazda3 applies premium vehicle materials and driving dynamics to what is effectively a nicely priced entry-level small car. The...readmore»

#3 (tie)

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2025 Volkswagen GTI

The 2025 Volkswagen GTI sees a midcycle refresh that elevates an already impressive car to even greater heights. The GTI is athletic...readmore»

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2025 Honda Civic

The 2025 Honda Civic is a practical small car with a bit of a wild side. Drivers will appreciate the Civic's enjoyable handling dynamics...readmore»

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2025 Toyota GR Corolla

The 2025 Toyota GR Corolla introduces enhanced upgrades to an already exhilarating hot hatchback and continues to set a benchmark for...readmore»

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2024 Volkswagen Golf R

The 2024 Volkswagen Golf R isn't the wildest hot hatchback on the streets, but it deserves respect for offering a simultaneously exciting...readmore»

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2025 Subaru Impreza

Fresh off of a 2024 redesign, the 2025 Subaru Impreza has a lot to offer in terms of cabin space and handling thanks in part to its...readmore»

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2025 Toyota Corolla

Available as a sedan and a hatchback, the 2025 Toyota Corolla is a solid daily driver that lacks excitement but packs practicality thanks...readmore»

#9 (tie)

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2025 Toyota Prius

The 2025 Toyota Prius features a sleek design and a hybrid powertrain that enhances performance while achieving excellent fuel economy...readmore»

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2025 MINI Cooper

The 2025 Mini Cooper stays true to its roots with playful styling and sharp driving dynamics, and this newly redesigned model also gets...readmore»

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2025 Nissan Leaf

While some say the market has passed it by, the Nissan Leaf's low purchase price makes it a good option for those who don’t drive very far...readmore»

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2025 FIAT 500e

The 2025 Fiat 500e is a highly maneuverable small electric vehicle that's wonderful for commuting around the city. However, its cabin...readmore»

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2024 MINI Electric Hardtop

The 2024 Mini Electric Hardtop marries the longtime characteristics of the brand — sporty handling, quirky styling and cramped space — with...readmore»

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2024 Mitsubishi Mirage

The 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage is an economy car first and foremost. While it has a low base price and impressive fuel economy, it suffers from...readmore»

The best hatchback is the 2025 Honda Civic Type R, with an overall score of 9.9 out of 10.

With a base price of $16,695, the 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage is the most affordable model among hatchbacks.

With 35-36 MPG city and 41-43 MPG on the highway, the base 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage is the most fuel-efficient model among hatchbacks. The base 2025 Nissan Leaf has the highest MPGe figures among hatchbacks, with 121-123 MPGe city and 98-99 MPGe highway.

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