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Best Used Hatchbacks

7 guides · ranked by our guide ratings

7 hatchbacks from our guides, ranked by our own rating (Top pick, Value, Caution) and then by how many serious known problems each has.

3 top picks 3 good value 1 caution

Top picks3

Toyota Corolla E210
2018-2026 · 5-door hatch, 4-door sedan
HighTop issue: CVT torque-converter assembly recall (early build)
$18k-$38k
Top pick
Toyota Corolla E170
2012-2018 · 5-door hatchback
HighTop issue: Takata airbag recall
$9k-$23k
Top pick
Mazda Mazda3 BM / BN
2013-2019 · 5-door hatch, 4-door sedan
HighTop issue: Takata passenger airbag recall (REC-005733)
$9k-$25k
Top pick

Good value3

Hyundai i30 PD
2017-2026 · 5-door hatch, 5-door fastback (i30 Fastback / Fastback N)
HighTop issue: High-pressure fuel pump / fuel control valve recall
$15k-$45k
Value
Hyundai i30 GD
2012-2017 · 5-door hatch, 5-door wagon (Tourer)
HighTop issue: Check VIN against Hyundai recalls (Takata airbags + engine coverage)
$7k-$22k
Value
Volkswagen Golf Mk7
2013-2020 · 5-door hatch, Wagon (Golf Wagon / Alltrack)
HighTop issue: EA888 timing-chain tensioner failure
$10k-$40k
Value

Buy with caution1

Ford Focus LW / LZ
2011-2018 · 5-door hatch, 4-door sedan
HighTop issue: Takata airbag recall
$6k-$45k
Caution

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Ratings, price ranges and problems come from each FlamingCars guide. Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection.