Over the time, the parameters of judging a car solely on the basis of engine specifications have changed. With increasing competing, nowadays car makers mainly rely on manufacturing vehicles that are appealing in terms of looks. The general mindset of consumers towards cars have changed and at present, the vehicles that have sportier designs are preferred more. In the Indian car market, there is no dearth of such vehicles and to sum up on 5 hatchbacks that feature high in terms of exterior appearance, a list is as follows.
When one talks about premium hatchbacks, Hyundai i20 is the first name that creeps out in mind. As the car boasts of best-in-class features, it has got all those looks that one needs from a hatchback. Based on the Fluidic Design Scripture, which is adopted by Hyundai on most of its models, i20 has got a sportier design that is marked by edgy running creases. The South Korean auto maker has given crisp and elegant structures to the i20 hatchback, which further elevates its look. Also to mention, its cabin is more attractive than its exteriors as the model has got dual-tone dashboard, besides the striking blue light illuminations. The car is offered between a price range of Rs. 4.85 lakh and Rs. 7.88 lakh (ex-showroom) and returns a fuel efficiency of around 11 kmpl to 16 kmpl.
Nissan Micra also features in the list of sporty hatchbacks as the car combines a fresh look and lavish as well as comfortable interiors. The car of Nissan boasts of a good exterior design making it one of the best models in its segment. Micra has been offered in a powerful 1.5-litre engine and gives away exceptional mileage statistics that vary from 16 kmpl to 22 kmpl depending on city and highway use. In terms of price, the car is offered from Rs. 4.9 lakh to Rs. 7.21 lakh (ex-showroom) and serves as a major competition to Polo, Swift and the recently launched Hyundai Grand i10.
Interestingly, Chevrolet grabs the position in trendiest hatchback list with its Beat model. The car is one of the sportiest hatchbacks in the Indian auto market and scores high owing to its exterior and interior design. Designed on the lines of sleek body design, Beat is among the lavish cars designed by Chevrolet. Also to mention, the car is a complete package due to its fuel efficiency that comes around 22 kmpl. Being one of the best and most comfortable car in its segment, Beat is offered at a price of Rs. 3.91 lakh for the base variant while top-spec version is offered for Rs. 5.98 lakh.
Mercedes-Benz A-Class is a phenomenal car with powerful engine that is coupled with its looks. The appearance of A-Class reflects the new Modular Front Architecture, which has been adopted by the auto maker on its new line-up of products. The hatchback of Mercedes-Benz carries a boxy kind of design that is quite sporty. Furthermore, it features quality interiors, which thereby lends a great appeal to it. Targeted at young customers, Mercedes-Benz A-Class has received a great reception from the price sensitive Indian buyers.
Manufactured by the leading passenger car company of India, Swift has got all the looks that one needs in a hatchback. Since its inception in 2006, the car has gone through a lot of updates. As seen in the current generation Swift, the car boasts of a powerful engine and delivers good mileage figures ranging from 16 kmpl to 22 kmpl, depending on usage patterns. The new generation model of Maruti Suzuki Swift has been offered for Rs. 4.48 lakh.
