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While SUVs continue dominating the sales charts, hatchbacks offer a nice in-between for shoppers. They often have cargo capacities rivalling small SUVs with compact footprints that work well in traffic. But you have many hatchbacks to consider in Canada, making the decision process and little tricky.
To help you decide on the right hatchback for you, we’ve created a list of the 10 best hatchbacks in Canada below.
1. 2023 Honda Civic Hatchback
The Honda Civic is tops on many automotive lists, and it even belongs on the list of the best hatchbacks in Canada. It boasts legendary Honda reliability, loads of safety features, exceptional fuel economy, and even a hot performance variant. And all this is on top of the impressive cargo space the hatchback body offers, making it the perfect car for families or road trippers.
The 2023 Honda Civic Hatchback’s standard powertrain includes a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine that pushes 158 horsepower (hp) and 138 pound-feet (lb-ft) of torque through a continuously variable transmission (CVT) and out to the front wheels. A six-speed manual transmission is available as an option in the LX trim.
Sport-B and higher trims get a 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 180 horsepower and 177 lb-ft of torque paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) and front-wheel drive (FWD). A manual transmission is available in the Sport Touring trim.
With either powertrain, the Civic Hatchback delivers good fuel economy, with the 2.0 checking in at making it a great option for those who want to save money on gas. These powertrains' combined fuel consumption ratings are as low as 7.1 L/100 km for the 1.5-litre and 7.2 L/100 km for the 2.0-litre.
The Civic also adds a twist to its hatchback variants in the form of the performance-tuned Civic Type R. This model boasts a 2.0-litre turbo four-cylinder engine that ships 315 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque to the front wheels via a six-speed manual transmission. This is no economy car at 9.7 L/100 km combined, but the fun factor is through the roof.
As for safety, the 2023 Civic Hatchback includes a suite of advanced safety features. These features include forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, traffic-sign recognition, adaptive cruise control, a rearview camera, and more.
The 2023 Honda Civic Hatchback also boasts a spacious and comfortable interior, including 693 litres of cargo space and 950 mm of rear legroom.
The 2023 Honda Civic Hatchback starts from $32,075, but you may find a used Civic with all the same features for a few thousand dollars less.
2. 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback
The 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback is a car that will turn heads on Canadian roads. Its sleek and sporty design makes it the perfect hatchback for those looking to make a statement. The Corolla Hatchback is also packed with advanced features, making it one of Canada's safest and most comfortable hatchbacks.
One exciting thing about the new Corolla Hatchback is its advanced safety features. Toyota’s long been a leader in safety technology, and the Corolla Hatchback continues this trend. The Corolla Hatchback comes with standard safety technology, such as lane-departure warning, automatic emergency braking, road-sign assist, lane-tracing assist, and adaptive cruise control. These features are designed to keep you safe on the road and give you peace of mind while you drive.
But safety isn't the only thing the Corolla Hatchback has going for it, as it also boasts a well-equipped interior for its class. The seats are made from high-quality materials designed to provide maximum comfort and support. The dashboard is sleek and modern, with an eight-inch touchscreen infotainment system display that makes it easy to access all of the car's features, including wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
The Corolla Hatchback’s powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine that delivers 169 hp to the front wheels via a CVT. Whether driving on the highway or through city streets, the Corolla is responsive and easy to handle. And with its impressive fuel economy that checks in at 6.8 L/100 km.
The Toyota Corolla Hatchback starts from just $26,604.50, but you can save a few thousand dollars by choosing a used Corolla Hatchback instead.
3. 2023 Mazda Mazda3 Sport
The 2023 Mazda Mazda3 Sport stands out from the crowd with its sporty and sleek exterior design. This hatchback’s sharp and modern design also gives it a sophisticated look that shines in this class.
But the 2023 Mazda3 Sport isn't just about looks. Under the hood, the Mazda3 packs a punch with its impressive performance capabilities. The base engine is a 2.0-litre four-cylinder unit that delivers 155 hp and 150 lb-ft of torque to the front wheels via a six-speed manual transmission or a six-speed automatic transmission.
In the GT trim, you’ll get a standard 2.5-litre four-cylinder with 191 hp and 186 lb-ft of torque or an optional 2.5-litre turbo four-cylinder with 250 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque. The 2.5-litre engines are available with a six-speed manual transmission or a six-speed automatic. Plus, they are available with all-wheel drive (AWD).
Inside the 2023 Mazda3 Sport, it’s just as impressive. This compact hatchback’s interior is spacious and comfortable, offering 891 mm of rear legroom and 569 litres of cargo room behind the rear seats. It also has many advanced features, such as an 8.8-inch infotainment screen, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, an eight-speaker audio system, two USB ports, and more.
The 2023 Mazda3 also has many standard advanced safety features, including blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and more. Optionally, buyers can add automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, and more.
The Mazda3 Sport starts from an affordable $22,900, and you can save even more by opting for a used Mazda3 Sport with the same standard equipment.
4. 2023 Kia Rio
The 2023 Kia Rio is one of the lower-priced hatchbacks on our list, but it remains a solid option for anyone who wants tons of features without breaking the bank. On top of its array of features, the 2023 Kia Rio also looks stylish.
One thing that stands out about the 2023 Kia Rio is its safety ratings. It’s not an IIHS Top Safety Pick, but it received “Good” ratings in most crash tests. It also has a collection of available safety technology, including blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist, lane-follow assist, and automatic emergency braking.
The 2023 Kia Rio also has lots of technology. It comes standard with an eight-inch infotainment touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth streaming, a six-speaker audio system, cruise control, and more.
Powering the 2023 Rio is a 1.6-litre four-cylinder engine that delivers 120 hp and 113 lb-ft of torque to the front wheels. It comes standard with a six-speed manual transmission, but the LX+ and higher trims all include a standard CVT
The 2023 Kia Rio also has great fuel efficiency at 7 L/100 km with the manual transmission and 6.7 L/100 km with the CVT.
If you are in the market for a new hatchback, the 2023 Kia Rio is worth considering at just $19,916. you may also save a few thousand dollars by opting for a used Rio instead.
5. 2024 Subaru Impreza
The 2024 Subaru Impreza is a versatile and reliable hatchback that combines solid performance and handling. Whether commuting to work or heading out on a weekend adventure, the Impreza is the perfect car for drivers who want a vehicle that can handle all weather conditions.
The 2024 Impreza’s standout feature is its standard AWD system. This advanced system provides maximum traction and stability in the toughest driving conditions. Whether driving on a wet, slippery road or through a snowstorm, the Impreza's AWD system will help keep you safe and in control.
Powering this slick hatchback is a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine that delivers 152 hp and 145 lb-ft of torque to a CVT. The optional 2.5-litre four-cylinder bumps the output to 182 hp and 178 lb-ft of torque.
The 2024 Impreza is also a practical car with plenty of cargo space and a comfortable interior. It offers 926 mm of rear legroom and 816 to 1,624 litres of cargo space. This interior is also well-equipped with a standard 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM, and more.
Of course, safety is always a top priority for Subaru, and the 2024 Impreza is no exception. It comes standard with advanced safety features, such as adaptive cruise control, lane-departure warning, lane-centring assist, lane-keeping assist, automatic emergency braking, and much more.
Though it’s so well-equipped, the 2024 Impreza is still affordable at $26,795, and you can save even more by picking up a used Impreza instead.
6. 2023 Volkswagen Golf
The Volkswagen Golf lineup used to have something for everyone, including inexpensive base models, performance variants, and even an EV. In 2023, this hatchback is limited to just two performance models, the Volkswagen Golf GTI and the Volkswagen Golf R. Though they are more niche models, they still belong on the list of the best hatchbacks in Canada.
The 2023 Volkswagen GTI is an exciting hot hatchback with a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine that ships 241 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque to the front wheels via a six-speed manual transmission or a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The Golf R pushes things to a new level with a 2.0-litre that cranks out 315 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque and shoots it through an AWD system for optimal traction.
The Golf GTI and R come standard with tons of great equipment, including an auto-dimming rearview mirror, heated front seats, a leather-wrapped and heated steering wheel, a seven-speaker audio system, an 8-inch infotainment touchscreen, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, automatic climate control, rain-sensing wipers, two USB-C ports, a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, and more.
As for safety features, the Golf GTI and R include standard front and rear parking sensors, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert.
The 2023 VW Golf GTI starts from $35,010, and the Golf R starts from $51,010, but you can save thousands by opting for a used VW Golf.
7. 2023 Toyota Prius
The Toyota Prius is all-new for 2023, bringing in more power, better fuel efficiency, a flashy new design, and an upgraded interior. Starting under the hood, the standard Prius combines a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine and electric motor for a combined 196 hp and fuel consumption ratings of 4.8 L/100 km combined. Plus, it comes standard with AWD.
The Prius Prime has a similar powertrain setup, but it includes a higher-capacity battery and a more powerful motor giving it 220 hp, a 72-km electric driving range, and a 4.5 L/100 km combined fuel consumption rating when in hybrid mode. Keep in mind that the Prius Prime does not have AWD.
The Prius is a little tight in the rear seats, offering only 883.9 mm of rear legroom, but its cargo space is decent at 673.9 litres with all the seats upright. As for interior features, the Prius leaves no stone unturned. It comes standard with heated front seats, an eight-way power driver’s seat, synthetic leather upholstery, a leather-wrapped and heated steering wheel, automatic climate control, a six-speaker audio system, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, seven USB ports, an 8-inch infotainment touchscreen, and more.
Toyota is a leader in safety, so it’s only appropriate for the 2023 Prius to be loaded with safety technology. As standard, the 2023 Prius includes blind-spot monitoring, full-speed adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, lane-tracing assist, road-sign recognition, automatic high-beam headlights, and much more.
The 2023 Toyota Prius starts from $39,864.50, and the plug-in hybrid Toyota Prius Prime starts from $41,364. You can save a few thousand dollars on this fuel-sipping hatchback by opting for a used Toyota Prius instead.
8. 2023 Volvo V60
Adding tons of class to this list of the best hatchbacks in Canada is the 2023 Volvo V60, which is available as a mild hybrid model or the plug-in hybrid (PHEV) V60 Recharge. The base model comes standard with a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine that sends 295 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque through an eight-speed automatic transmission and out to a standard AWD system. The V60 Recharge adds a 107-kW electric motor into the mix, bumping the total output to 455 hp and 523 lb-ft of torque, making this one fast hatchback, with its 4.6-second 0-100 km/h sprint time.
Fuel economy is also a big deal in the PHEV model, as it delivers a 64-km electric range and 7.6 L/100 km combined fuel consumption rating. The mild hybrid model isn’t overly efficient at 9.1 L/100 km combined.
Roominess is no issue for the 2023 Volvo V60, as its rear seats have 895 mm of legroom and 967 mm of headroom. As for cargo space, there are 648 litres of space with all the seats upright and 1,431 litres with them folded.
As a luxury hatchback, the Volvo V60 has high-end standard features. These include premium cloth seating, dual-zone automatic climate control, a humidity sensor, a power liftgate, Apple CarPlay, Google Assistant, a 10-speaker audio system, a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and more.
Volvo is also legendary for safety, and the V60 continues down this path. It comes standard with road-sign recognition, lane-keeping assist, oncoming lane mitigation, rear parking sensors, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and more.
The base Volvo V60 starts at $53,500, and the Recharge version starts at $80,734. However, you may save a few thousand dollars by finding a quality used Volvo V60 with similar features.
9. 2023 Kia Forte5
Hyundai no longer offers hatchback models in Canada, but its sister brand Kia does. One of these models is the Kia Forte5. The 2023 Kia Forte5 comes standard with a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine that pumps 147 hp and 132 lb-ft of torque through a CVT and out to the front wheels. The GT and GT Limited trims gain a turbo 1.6-litre four-cylinder engine that ships 201 hp and 195 lb-ft of torque to the front wheels via a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
Fuel efficiency is on-point in the Forte5, with the base powertrain delivering 7.7 L/100 km combined and the 1.6-litre offering 8 L/100 km combined.
The 2023 Kia Forte5 is also quite roomy inside, offering 906 mm of legroom and 960 mm of headroom in the rear seats. The cabin is also well-equipped with a standard leather-wrapped and heated steering wheel, heated front seats, an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless phone charging, and more.
This hatchback also has lots of safety tech, including standard blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot collision avoidance, rear occupant alert, and much more.
The 2023 Kia Forte5 starts from $25,666, but you may save a few thousand dollars by opting for a used Forte5 instead.
10. 2023 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Hatch
Another luxury hatchback in Canada is the Mercedes-Benz A-Class Hatch. This compact hatchback boats all the style and class of the A-Class with a spacious hatchback design. The base A 250 4MATIC model includes a 2.0-litre turbo four-cylinder engine that pumps out 221 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque and ships it through its standard AWD system for a 6.2-second 0-100 km/h time.
For performance lovers, the AMG A 35 4MATIC Hatch adds a 2.0-litre turbo four-cylinder that pumps out 302 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque. It also includes a specially tuned transmission and AWD system that helps it deliver a 4.7-second 0-100 km/h sprint time.
Inside, the A-Class Hatch is a little tight in rear legroom at just 561 mm and cargo room with the seats up at 370 litres. However, with the rear seats folded, the cargo space expands to 1,210 litres.
As a luxury car, the A-Class Hatch, of course, includes lots of premium standard features. These include a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a 7-inch digital gauge cluster, HD radio, four USB-C ports, a power driver’s seat, remote start, heated front seats, and more.
As for safety tech, automatic emergency braking is standard, and you can get other features as options. These include parking sensors, blind-spot assist, traffic-sign recognition, lane-keeping assist, land-change assist, adaptive cruise control, and more.
You can pick up a 2023 A-Class for $41,900, but you can also save thousands by opting for a used A-Class Hatch instead.
Save on the Best Hatchbacks in Canada at Clutch
Many options exist when searching for the best hatchback in Canada. And you can save thousands by opting for a used hatchback instead of a new model. Clutch, Canada’s premier online automotive retailer, has many of the best hatchbacks in Canada in stock and ready to roll.
Are you unsure about buying a used hatchback online? Rest assured that our high-quality pre-owned hatchbacks have been through a 210-point inspection and reconditioning process to ensure they are ready for the road. Plus, every hatchback we sell includes a 90-day or 6,000-km warranty.
You can skip the dealership and haggling process when you order your pre-owned hatchback online with Clutch. At Clutch, you always get a great price, and no negotiation is necessary. Plus, you get a 10-day or 750-km test-own period. If you don't love your new Clutch hatchback during that period, you can return it for a refund or exchange it for another vehicle.
Are you trading up for a newer hatchback with more features? Clutch can also handle trade-ins, and you can get your offer online. If you're satisfied with our offer, we'll pick up your trade-in vehicle and apply the trade-in value to your purchase.
