Top Rated Compact Hatchbacks of 2012

We have rated and listed the Top Rated compact hatchbacks for Sale in 2012 along with their MSRP and Specifications. The overall ratings are based on user reviews, general markets and expert opinions.

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2012 Volkswagen Golf

Also ranked 4 in Hatchbacks

8.6/10

The 2012 Volkswagen Golf offers 2 powertrains. It is a 2.5L inline-4 engine making 170 horsepower and 177 lb-ft of torque. However, there is a choice between a 5-speed ma...
Engine :Inline 5 | Turbo Inline 4
MPG : 26-34
HP : 140 hp @ 4000 rpm
Starting Price

$17,995

2012 Toyota Prius Hybrid

Also ranked 1 in Hybrid Hatchbacks

8.2/10

The Toyota Prius is a known name in the world of hybrid vehicles. It is currently in its third generation for the 2012 model. The 2012 Toyota Prius hybrid offers excellen...
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 50
HP : 134 hp @ 5200 rpm
Starting Price

$23,015

2012 Smart ForTwo Electric

Also ranked 1 in Electric Hatchbacks

8.1/10

Competing in the Fiat 500 which happen to be slightly more expensive. The Smart ForTwo starts off at an MSRP of $12,490 going all up to $14,690, with 2 trims in the lineu...
Engine :Electric
MPG : 36
HP : 70 hp @ 5800 rpm
Starting Price

$12,490

2012 Mitsubishi I-MiEV Electric

Also ranked 1 in Subcompact Electric Hatchbacks

8.1/10

Belonging to the Nissan Leaf . There aren't any powertrain options to explore here....
Engine :Electric
MPG : 113
HP : 66 hp
Starting Price

$29,125

2012 Toyota Matrix

Also ranked 7 in Hatchbacks

7.8/10

The 2012 compact hatchback offered in 2 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $18,845. For that price, it mainly competes with the Ford Focus Hatchback, the Subaru Imprez...
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 22-29
HP : 132 hp @ 6000 rpm
Starting Price

$18,845

2012 Nissan Leaf Electric

Also ranked 1 in Subcompact Electric Hatchbacks

7.8/10

The 2012 Nissan Leaf is one of the most innovative models of the legendary Japanese automaker. It is an attempt by the manufacturer to stay relevant in the market by intr...
Engine :Electric
MPG : 99
HP : 107 hp
Starting Price

$35,200

2012 Ford Focus Electric Hatchback

Also ranked 2 in Electric Hatchbacks

7.8/10

Belonging to the Nissan Leaf Hatchback . There aren#39;t any powertrain options to explore here. The Focus Electric is equipped with a single 107-kilowatt electric motor ...
Engine :Electric
MPG : 105
HP : 143 hp
Starting Price

$39,200

2012 Scion TC

Also ranked 6 in Hatchbacks

7.8/10

The 2012 compact hatchback class. With 2 trims on offer, the Scion TC has a base MSRP of $18,575, with prices going all the way up to MSRP $20,905, competing directly wit...
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 26
HP : 180 hp @ 6000 rpm
Starting Price

$18,575

2012 Volkswagen GTI

Also ranked 7 in Hatchbacks

7.8/10

The 2012 compact hatchback offered in 2 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of 23,995. For that price, it mainly competes with the Ford Focus Hatchback, the MazdaSpeed 3, ...
Engine :Inline 4 | Turbo Inline 4
MPG : 25-27
HP : 200 hp @ 5100 rpm
Starting Price

$23,995

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Also ranked 6 in Subcompact Hatchbacks

7.4/10

The 2012 Toyota Yaris . Between 3 trims, the Volkswagen Beetle offers two powertrains. The base engine is a 2.5L Inline-5 capable of making 170 horsepower and 177 lb-ft o...
Engine :Inline 5 | Turbo Inline 4
MPG : 24-25
HP : 170 hp @ 5700 rpm
Starting Price

$18,495

2012 Chevrolet Volt Plug-in Hybrid

Also ranked 12 in Hatchbacks

7.4/10

The 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hatchback....
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 37
HP : 149 hp
Starting Price

$39,145

2012 Toyota Yaris

Also ranked 7 in Subcompact Hatchbacks

7.3/10

Competing in the Honda Fit , and the Ford Fiesta. The Toyota Yaris Hatchback starts off at an MSRP of $14,115 going all up to $16,400, with 3 trims in the lineup. Each tr...
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 32-34
HP : 106 hp @ 6000 rpm
Starting Price

$14,115

2012 Mazda 2

Also ranked 7 in Subcompact Hatchbacks

7.3/10

Competing in the Ford Fiesta hatchback. The Mazda2 starts off at an MSRP of $14,530, going all up to $16,020, with 2 trims in the lineup. Each trim is offered with a 1.5L...
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 30-32
HP : 100 hp @ 6000 rpm
Starting Price

$14,530

2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse

Also ranked 16 in Hatchbacks

7.3/10

The 2012 Chevrolet Camaro . Between the 4 trims, the 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Hatchback offers 2 powertrains. The base engine is a 2.4L Inline-4 engine making 162 horsepow...
Engine :Inline 4 | V6
MPG : 19-23
HP : 162 hp @ 6000 rpm
Starting Price

$19,499

2012 Hyundai Veloster

Also ranked 2 in Subcompact Hatchbacks

7.9/10

The hatchback segment is gaining steady popularity among buyers and geeks because of apparent reasons like cost and convenience. Thus, carmakers today are engaged in a do...
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 30-31
HP : 138 hp @ 6300 rpm
Starting Price

$17,300

2012 Scion IQ

Also ranked 8 in Subcompact Hatchbacks

7.2/10

The 2012 Honda Fit . Only a 1.3L inline-4 engine is offered, mated to a continuously variable transmission. Together, they produce 94 horsepower and 89 lb-ft of torque. A...
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 37
HP : 94 hp @ 6000 rpm
Starting Price

$15,265

2012 Honda Insight Hybrid

Also ranked 1 in Midsize Hybrid Hatchbacks

7.1/10

Cars like the 2012 midsize sedan class. It offers 3 trims, starting off at MSRP $18,500. ...
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 42
HP : 98 hp @ 5800 rpm
Starting Price

$18,500

2012 Mazda Speed3

Also ranked 13 in Hatchbacks

7.1/10

The 2012 Mini Cooper S is a less powerful rival from the subcompact hatchback. Only a 2.3L Turbo Inline-4 engine is offered, mated to a 6-speed manual transmission. Toget...
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 21
HP : 263 hp @ 5500 rpm
Starting Price

$23,700

2012 Honda CR-Z Hybrid

Also ranked 1 in Subcompact Hybrid Hatchbacks

7.1/10

Armed with a 1.5L inline-4 hybrid and a 0.57-kWh battery, fused to either a 6-speed manual or a continuously variable automatic transmission, the 2012 Lexus CT200h if the...
Engine :Inline 4
MPG : 34-37
HP : 122 hp @ 6000 rpm
Starting Price

$19,695

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