Top 10 Best Hatchbacks Launched In 2024 — Affordable Options To Hot Hatches
The hatchback segment has long been a favourite for car enthusiasts and daily drivers alike, combining practicality with driving pleasure in a compact package. In 2024, car manufacturers have delivered some of the most exciting models yet, with a variety of hatchbacks designed to cater to different needs, from several sporty performance machines to a few efficient city commuters.
Here’s a look at the top 10 hatchbacks launched in 2024, highlighting their key features, performance, and why they’ve caught the attention of car lovers.
Mini Cooper 3-Door
The Mini Cooper 3-Door remains an iconic choice, and the 2024 version further enhances its charm. The new Mini Cooper 3-door was launched earlier this year in the UAE with prices starting at around AED 140,000. Retaining its signature retro-modern design, the new Mini features updated LED headlights, a sleeker grille, and improved aerodynamics.
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2025 Honda Civic Type-R
The 2025 Honda Civic Type-R is an evolution of one of the most beloved hot hatches. Known for its track-ready performance, the new Type-R refines its formula with a more aggressive design, larger intakes, and a reworked rear spoiler for increased downforce.
Honda UAE & Al Futtaim Trading enterprises recently showcased the new Civic Type-R at an event in Dubai. The hot hatch is priced at AED 204,999.
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2025 Toyota GR Corolla
Toyota has continued to wow enthusiasts with the GR Corolla, and the 2025 model is no exception. Produced by Toyota’s high-performance sub-brand Gazoo Racing, the facelifted GR Corolla was revealed in August 2024 only for the North American market. Yet it remains a coveted hot hatch in the UAE.
Given that Toyota UAE & Al Futtaim Motors already retail the GR86 and GR Supra, the GR Corolla doesn’t seem to be a long shot. In the American market, prices start at $39,995 (AED 146,901). The hatchback features one of the most powerful three-cylinder engines ever placed under the hood of a production car.
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2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI
The Volkswagen Golf GTI remains a benchmark in the hot hatch segment, and the 2025 version brings several updates with it, including revised headlamps, tail lamps, a larger touchscreen and more. For 2025, the GTI has also done away with the 6-speed manual gearbox.
With prices starting from AED 156,799, the GTi is perfect for those who want a performance car that’s still practical enough for daily use.
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2024 Mitsubishi Mirage
For those looking for an affordable, efficient and practical hatchback in the UAE, the Mitsubishi Mirage is one of the few options. For the 2024 model year, Mitsubishi refreshed the Mirage to make it look a bit more modern and contemporary.
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