Best Rear-Wheel-Drive Hatchbacks of 2022

Is a RWD Hatchback worth it?

As we have already stated, the disadvantages of hatches with this drivetrain outweigh the benefits. Even the best RWD hatchback is not an ideal choice:

Pros

• Very rare - The limited numbers are a blessing and a curse, but the rarity means it’ll probably hold its value.
• Lighter than AWD - This means kinder fuel economy figures thanks to a lighter disposition.
• Exclusive - Only a few people in the US can say they own one of these, so it draws the attention of buyers who want to stand out.
• Luxurious and modern cabins - Because the only cars for sale in this category are so expensive, they come with deluxe cabins.

Cons

• Less space - The set-up of this drivetrain tends to result in the inside being more compact.
• Very difficult to find - So few of these configurations exist that finding one is often more trouble than it is worth.
• Impractical - The way RWD cars are set up simply does not make sense for this body type. It is far more practical to have a front-wheel-driven system.
• Expensive - You’d be hard-pressed to find this kind of car at an affordable price, since they cost more to construct and only premium brands make the effort.

Characteristics of RWD hatchbacks

With so little of these cars around, it makes sense that those that exist share the same characteristics:

• Expensive MSRPs - It’s unsurprising that these vehicles cost an arm and a leg. They’re inconvenient to manufacture and the market for them is rather limited. This means that if you’re among the few that will actually purchase it, you’re going to be paying a pretty penny. It’s also quite difficult to add a few additional packages for under $10k to the latter.
• Power outputs - The tiny BMW i3 produces just 170 horsepower, while the GTC4 Lusso T from Ferrari punches out just over 600 horses from its engine. There are no manual transmissions in this segment; perhaps the thought of making an already impractical car even more far-fetched would be adding a manual ‘box.
• Interiors - The inside of the i3 is undeniably funky, but it cannot lay claim to actual luxury the way the Ferrari can.

Fuel Types

There may be only two of these kinds of vehicles to choose from, but they differ vastly in terms of what powers them:

• Gas - The Ferrari GTC4Lusso is powered by a gas-fed motor, and no other fuel or hybrid option is included in the lineup.
• Electricity - The i3 is a fully electric auto, powered by an electric motor that is hooked up to a 42 kWh lithium-ion battery.
• Diesel - There are no diesel options available in this segment at the time of writing.

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