With most automakers phasing out their smaller cars in favor of the increasingly popular SUV and crossover, Volkswagen hatchback cars are among the few remaining five-door compacts on the US market. The fact that they continue to sell well and stay popular in the face of heavy competition from the practical high-riders is a testament to their quality and the unique selling points they bring to the table.
This is a list of the Volkswagen hatchback models currently for sale in the USA:
Model | Power | Engine | Base Price |
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Volkswagen Beetle | 174 hp | 2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas | $20,895 |
Volkswagen Golf | 147 hp | 1.4L Turbo Inline-4 Gas | $23,195 |
Volkswagen GTI | 200 hp | 2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas | $24,595 |
Volkswagen ID. GTI | TBC | TBC | TBC |
Volkswagen ID.2 | TBC | TBC | TBC |
Volkswagen New Beetle | 150 hp | 2.5L Inline-5 Gas | $18,690 |
Volkswagen R32 | 250 hp | 3.2L V6 Gas | $32,990 |
Volkswagen Rabbit | 170 hp | 2.5L Inline-5 Gas | $16,300 |
Volkswagen Golf GTI | 241 hp | 2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas | $30,530 |
Volkswagen Golf R | 315 hp | 2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas | $44,740 |
While there are only a few hatch vehicles left on the market, that does not mean there is no competition. Especially when it comes to hot hatchbacks, VW has some capable rivals. The German brand has a great pedigree in the segment, but is that enough to draw in consumers? It helps to look at what Volkswagen hatchbacks do right or wrong before reaching such a decision.