Best Compact Hatchbacks 2024. Get ratings, fuel economy, price and more. We've ranked the best compact cars, including sedans and hatchback models, based on roughly 200 data points encompassing acceleration, handling, comfort, cargo space, fuel.

Read on for short summaries of our favourite hatchbacks or click the links below for our full reviews. A hatchback is a wise choice if you need extra versatility and cargo space but can’t fit a small suv in your budget.