City driving is always a fun experience, but traffic, tight parking, and fuel economy can be a constant headache. In such situations, hatchbacks are a great option. These cars are not only compact but also boast smart designs and fuel efficiency. If your budget is between ₹5 lakh and ₹7 lakh, you can consider some excellent options. Let's explore the top 3 hatchbacks best suited for the city.
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Maruti Suzuki Swift is always on top whenever it comes to hatchback for the city. Its design is sporty and ergonomic, making it not only attractive to look at but also fun at driving. Swift's cabin is special and features such as wireless charger, automatic climate control, and analogue instrument cluster.
Talking about the engine, Swift has a 1.2L NA petrol engine and CNG option is also available. Its ARAI fuel efficiency petrol has 25.85 km/l and CNG has 32.85 km/kg, which is ideal for everyday drives of the city. Talking about the price, the on-road price of the base variant is ₹6.65 lakhs in Noida.
If you need something more stylish and feature-rich hatchback, the Hyundai i20 is a great option for you. Its sharp and aerodynamic design creates a distinct identity on city streets. The cabin of the i20 is special and features such as 10.25-inch infotainment screen, automatic climate control, ambient footwell lighting.
The i20 has a 1.2L NA petrol engine, but the CNG option is not available. Its fuel efficiency is good in petrol and gives a smooth driving experience in the traffic conditions of the city. The base variant costs ₹7.86 lakhs (on-road, Noida).
Toyota Glanza is the third best option for those driving hatchback in the city. It is built on Maruti Baleno's platform, but Toyota's trusted brand value and premium feel make it special. Glanza has a plethora of features such as 360-degree parking camera, footwell lighting, heads-up display, which make driving easy and fun.
The engine also has a 1.2L NA petrol and also gets a CNG option. Its fuel efficiency is good and proves economical for long distance needs in the city. The base variant costs ₹7.33 lakhs (on-road, Noida).