The content of the article:
- Lada Vesta
- MINI Cooper S
- Volkswagen Golf 7
- DS 4 Crossback
- Citroen C3 1.4 HDI Airdream
- Hyundai i20 1.1 CRDi Blue
- Opel corsa
- Kia Rio 1.1 CRDi
- Peugeot 308 BlueHDI 120
- Audi A3 Sportback E-Tron
Hatchback cars cause controversy among motorists. They seem too unhurried, family-like, and some people still associate them with the Soviet G8. Someone is afraid that due to the combination of the luggage compartment with the cabin it will be uncomfortable and cool, someone does not want to constantly fold the rear seats for loading bulky cargo.
However, now it is one of the most popular models, crowding even sedans in the hearts of car owners. The hatchback is more passable, spacious, maneuverable, and in recent years it has also been very stylish and even sporty.
Our rating presents the most interesting and most economical hatchback models available on the modern car market.
10. Lada Vesta
The last line of the economy rating is occupied by the domestic auto industry with a fuel consumption of 6.6 liters per 100 km. The base 1.6-liter engine paired with a 5-speed transmission develops 106 horsepower and is capable of accelerating a 1.2-ton car to hundreds of kilometers in 11.2 seconds.
The standard equipment list in the basic version has power windows, but only the front ones, remote central locking, power mirrors, heated front seats, two-way steering wheel adjustment, on-board computer. The cost of the model starts at 529,000 rubles.
9. MINI Cooper S
An excellent supermini hatchback with good speed, inimitable agility and handling, with a fuel consumption of up to 6 liters in city mode.
The interior of the car was created rounded, without sharp protrusions and corners, even in the area of the dashboard. The exterior has a retro feel, which makes the car stand out from the rest of its brethren.
Although, due to its general appearance, many perceive the MINI Cooper as a woman's car, it is quite comfortable for 4 people, and the 120-horsepower engine in alliance with a 6-speed gearbox is able to cover the first hundred kilometers in 9 seconds. The presence of the "Green" mode not only minimizes the amount of exhaust gases, but also allows you to significantly save fuel.
Summing up, this representative can be called a universal car for all ages, reliable, practical and economical.
8. Volkswagen Golf 7
The model of the last, seventh generation has become one of the most popular hatchbacks in the world, although it has not undergone drastic changes compared to its predecessors. In addition, the novelty immediately established itself as one of the most economical cars in its class - only 4.3 liters per 100 km.
The designers have significantly expanded the interior space of the traditionally flawless cabin. A three-spoke steering wheel and seats hinting at a sporty driving style have received leather upholstery, and a dark dashboard with a large informative screen looks very stylish and chic.
As usual, the German car demonstrates excellent reliability, high-quality sound insulation, practicality and handling, which makes it so beloved among motorists around the world. The price for it starts at 1.2 million rubles.
7.DS 4 Crossback
The model became the firstborn of the once premium division of Citroen, and now - an independent brand. The capacious 4-meter hatchback consumes just 3.8 liters in mixed mode, and the 120-horsepower engine makes this colossus cover 100 km in 8.6 seconds.
The monolithic design of the false radiator grille and large LED optics create the look of an urban predator. The interior matches the exterior: good finishing materials, a recessed speedometer, a compact but multifunctional display that has saved the panel from unnecessary buttons.
The car has a wide range of passive and active safety systems: traction control, parking sensors, blind spot monitoring, airbags. From the technical side, the possibility of keyless access, integration with a smartphone, a rear view camera and a multimedia complex looks attractive. The estimated cost of the car is from 1.7 million rubles.
6.Citroen C3 1.4 HDI Airdream
The impressive consumption of 3.6 liters per 100 km is achieved thanks to the operation of a turbocharged diesel 1.4-liter 68 hp engine, which emits no more than 87 g / km of harmful substances into the air.
The car owes these indicators to the start / stop system, but to a greater extent to the accelerated start, which activates the engine in 0.4 seconds. But it is the start-up time of the car that is considered one of the most wasteful processes in terms of fuel consumption. Additionally, the model is equipped with supercapacitors, which have the ability to recharge from regenerative braking. Their presence helps to minimize operating losses.
As a rule, even world-famous automakers tend to underestimate fuel consumption, which in real test drives shows completely different indicators than in advertising materials. In the context of the Citroen C3, the situation is the opposite - in contrast to the declared consumption in quiet mode, the car actually consumes less than 3.4 liters.
The disadvantage of the model can be called a sacrifice of dynamics in favor of economy, so acceleration to hundreds takes more than 16 seconds. In general, for a full-size car, this is not the worst indicator.
The exterior of this compact hatchback is elegant and original in French: three-level lighting technology and moldings, a huge windshield that goes to the roof, high wheel arches.
The basic modification does not indulge in excessive functions, but the owner can get everything he needs in a more expensive package.
5.Hyundai i20 1.1 CRDi Blue
The average appetite of this subcompact 3- or 5-door hatchback does not exceed 3.2 liters, making it so attractive to the zealous owners. However, due to the increased interior, it can no longer be ranked among the class of small cars, rather, already in the middle class C.
In addition to the new external and internal appearance, the latest generation model has acquired a 1.4-liter engine, good ground clearance of 170 mm, a luggage compartment of 285 liters, ABS and a rear-view camera. The owners noted that the suspension was not the best for Russian roads, the operation of the electric power steering and automatic transmission, as well as the too high noise level in the cabin.
Thus, the owner of this car will face a difficult choice between the budget and economy of the model or the degree of comfort.
4. Opel Corsa
Once upon a time, this car caused a double attitude: moderately cute, moderately reliable, somewhat noisy, but budget. Now, after numerous design and technical improvements, the model is quite competitive even with Toyota or BMW.
In its fifth generation, the 3 and 5-door models have 1.2, 1.3 and 1.4-liter engines - naturally aspirated, diesel and turbocharged respectively. The most economical of these is the 1.3-liter 95-horsepower, which in the combined cycle needs no more than 3.2 liters of fuel.
The exterior of the model is somewhat similar to its brother Antara, especially in terms of optics. Thanks to the downward tapering trunk, the car looks more compact and also becomes more maneuverable. The imposing bumper strips her of the stereotype of a woman's car, and the aerodynamic roof and body kits hint at the desire for sporty driving.
The interior is functional and comfortable, as in all the latest versions of Opel, but the sports buckets of the front seats, which have a special lumbar cushion, are especially attractive.
In the basic modification, this universal car for both the whole family and young people can be purchased for a cost of 550 thousand rubles.
3. Kia Rio 1.1 CRDi
One of the most popular cars at present is so loved by drivers for its modern design, handling, decent cross-country ability, maintainability and, of course, economy.
The engineers placed a diesel engine in the new model, significantly increased the aerodynamics of the body, “shod” in tires with a low friction index, which together led to a decrease in fuel consumption to 3.2 liters.
At first glance, you might think that we are in front of the See'd, but the younger brother Rio has narrower optics with halogen technology, and the center of the front bumper is occupied by a grill for additional engine airflow and placement of security sensors on it.
The cabin for a compact hatchback is more than spacious, the steering wheel is adjustable in depth and height, and the most necessary buttons are conveniently arranged on the multifunctional panel.
2. Peugeot 308 BlueHDI 120
The best family car, one of the most budget cars, the most economical car with an internal combustion engine - this is all Peugeot. Its 1.6-liter 115-horsepower eco-friendly engine in alliance with a 5-speed manual transmission not only accelerates the car in 10.9 seconds, but also consumes 3.1 liters per hundred.
Unlike its predecessor, this model has radically changed its appearance, which is incredibly attractive, stylish and dynamic. Aerodynamic contours, balanced proportions of the 4-meter hatchback strikingly distinguish the "Frenchman" from the total mass of the road flow.
The different layout of the original interior immediately raised its level, which was also facilitated by the excellent assembly and high-quality finishing materials. Already the basic equipment gives its owner remote control of central locking, air conditioning, adjustable steering wheel and driver's seat, electrically adjustable mirrors and power windows, LED rear and daytime running lights, 2 airbags, on-board computer, ABS, ESP, EBD, ASR systems, audio system with 6 speakers.
1. Audi A3 Sportback E-Tron
The new model will give its owner a different driving style, temper character and change the outlook on life. This courageous car with a swift silhouette, distinctive grille and sporty bumper is not designed for leisurely driving with shopping bags of food from the hypermarket. Its 1.5-liter 150-horsepower turbocharged engine accelerates in 7.8 seconds from a top speed of 210 km / h. And the fuel consumption of this handsome man is absolutely phenomenal - 1.6 liters per hundred kilometers.
In the interior, all elements are perfectly matched to each other and made in the same sporty style. The climate control system is expressed in unusual jet nozzles on the panel, and the premium audio system, even in the basic configuration, will completely cut off the owner from the boring realities of the surrounding world. Just a glance at this car makes you want to get behind the wheel at any cost and experience the adrenaline from driving a powerful iron beast.
