What makes these 5 cars the best hatchback cars in India? India produces over 25 million automobiles annually making it the fourth largest market in the world. By 2026, it is expected to climb up further and become the third largest market in the world. Of the total number of vehicles produced in the country, 15% are cars. Even within cars, the small and mid-sized cars dominate the scene. In fact, hatchback is the single largest category that commands a lion’s share of the total car production. Traditionally, this segment has been hovering around the 60-70% mark. Hatchbacks are further classified as entry-level, midpriced and premium hatchbacks. Besides being affordable, some of the best hatchback cars in India offer a lot of functional benefits to the customers through its various features detailed below:
Car Length: Most cars in this category are less than 4 meter in length making them ideal to drive on busy roads and also to park.
Comfort: Hatchbacks are very comfortable cars. With enough legroom and headroom for all passengers, these cars are perfect family cars.
Seating capacity: Most hatchbacks come with a passenger capacity of 5 thus making them ideal for small families.
Fuel Economy: The engine capacity for hatchbacks ranges between 0.8 litres to 1.2 litres. Besides providing adequate power to the car, this also makes the car very fuel efficient, which is like music to the ears given the rising fuel costs.
Luggage capacity: Hatchbacks get their name from the rear hatch which serves the dual purpose of being the 5th door as well as providing access to the car’s luggage area. Here too, the hatchback scores quite high as most have a good luggage space built in.
Driving convenience: Earlier, the latest comfort, convenience and safety features were introduced first in the higher end cars like sedans and SUVs. But that is no longer a situation. Now one can experience the same features in hatchback cars too!
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