Top 5 hatchback cars in India (2019)
In India hatchbacks are seen more than in any other country, this depicts the nation-wide preference for hatchbacks. And in many ways, hatchbacks are better than Sedans and SUVs, as they are smaller in size which makes them easy to drive and just like sedan can easily fit at least 5 passengers along with some luggage. In addition, for middle-class family hatchbacks are more suitable as they surpass other kinds in terms of mileage or fuel economy. Modern hatchbacks are now matching with the power of sedans and the increment in the number of brands and models has laid the burden of choosing from a variety of hatchbacks. The following list of top 5 hatchbacks available in India can help in making a correct decision.
Top 5 hatchback cars in India
- Maruti Suzuki Swift: Maruti Suzuki Swift is one of the most common hatchback cars in India. Majority of the car owner owns a Swift; this is because of the trust evolved and better reviews of Maruti Suzuki Swift. The latest of all Swifts offers the best in class mileage in both petrol and diesel divisions. The engines from Maruti Suzuki Swift are known to be very fuel-efficient that prompts least maintenance cost in the class. So for these reasons this car tops the list of hatchbacks. Swift from the beginning until today has achieved many awards.
| Engine | Power (bhp) | Torque | Transmission | Mileage (kmpl) | Ex-showroom Price (Rs. lakhs) |
| Petrol 1.2L | 81.8 | 113 Nm | Manual/Automatic | 22 | 5.14 – 7.97 |
| Diesel 1.3L | 74 | 190 Nm | Manual/Automatic | 28.4 | 7.03 -8.89 |
- Hyundai i20: Hyundai i20 is a classy hatchback from Hyundai, i20 got its latest facelift in 2018 which brought new looks aspects and many new features. The car now comes with an infotainment system that supports both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
| Engine | Power (bhp) | Torque | Transmission | Mileage (kmpl) | Ex-showroom Price (Rs. lakhs) |
| Petrol 1.2L | 81.86 | 117 Nm | Manual/Automatic | 18.6 – Manual 17.4 – Automatic CVT | 5.52 – 9.13 |
| Diesel 1.4L | 88.76 | 224 Nm | Manual | 22.54 | 6.9- 9.34 |
- Tata Tiago: Tata Tiago is one the latest launch from the renowned Indian automobile brand, TATA, which came with modern features and all new design from the brand. The highlight of the car is the Harman audio which can be seen on the expensive cars.
| Engine | Power (bhp) | Torque | Transmission | Mileage (kmpl) | Ex-showroom Price (Rs. lakhs) |
| Petrol 1.2L | 83.83 | 114 Nm | Manual/Automatic | 23.84 | 4.49 – 6.41 |
| Diesel 1.1L | 69 | 140 Nm | Manual | 27.28 | 5.34- 6.81 |
- Maruti Suzuki Baleno: The conversion of the old Baleno into a hatchback has turned out to be fruitful for the company. When the Baleno was first launched, it soon got popular in India and the brand achieved huge success in selling. The Baleno can be considered as a premium alternative to Swift as the company did a great work in designing the car and including features which can be seen in foreign hatchback cars and hence in ways this car can be comparable with hatchbacks from foreign nations. In many aspects, this car defeats enemy cars in terms of interior and features.
| Engine | Power (bhp) | Torque | Transmission | Mileage (kmpl) | Ex-showroom Price (Rs. lakhs) |
| Petrol 1.2L | 83.1 | 115 Nm | Manual/Automatic | 21.4 23.87 – Dual Jet
| 5.67 – 9.0 |
| Diesel 1.3L | 74 | 190 Nm | Manual | 27.39 | 6.82 – 8.83 |
- Ford Figo: Ford Figo is admired for the performance that it delivers by many young zealous. Along with such class deviating performance, it gives decent mileage which is the plus point for the car. Not only performance, but the latest version of the Ford Figo also brings a well balanced attractive figure which charms up its looks.
| Engine | Power (bhp) | Torque | Transmission | Mileage (kmpl) | Ex-showroom Price (Rs. lakhs) |
| Petrol 1.2L | 94.93 | 120 Nm | Manual | 20.4 | 5.23 – 6.64 |
| Petrol 1.5L | 121 | 150 Nm | Automatic | 20.4 | 7.69 |
| Diesel 1.5L | 99.23 | 215 Nm | Manual | 25.5 | 6.13 – 7.54 |
