Most buyers who’re thinking of purchasing a new vehicle are unsure if they should opt for a sedan or a hatchback. This article aims to help them choose between these options.

What is a hatchback?
A hatchback is essentially a small car with a comparatively large boot. Every top hatchback has a back door to access the baggage area. Nearly all hatchbacks have foldable back seats to accommodate additional cargo.

What is a sedan?
A sedan is a more conventional car model that has separate boot space and cabin space. It is called so due to the sedan throne which was carried by royal servants on their shoulders in the past.

The most visible difference between sedans and hatchbacks is the cargo space or the trunk. The sedan has a separate cargo space while that a hatchback has built in luggage space. So, the decision to pick a top hatchback or a regular sedan is not only based on the features but also on individual needs.

Advantages of choosing a hatchback over a sedan:

• With excellent cargo space, the hatchback is a great choice when it comes to families with kids as it can fit a pram and other baby bags comfortably. The rear foldable seats provide extra room when needed.
• Hatchbacks get a better second sale value over sedans. According to market reports, hatchbacks from Volkswagen, MINI, or Mazda sell at 56 percent of their original values even after 3-5 years whereas sedans from the same brands get 40 percent second value.
• Being compact in nature, these are definitely the choice of new drivers as they can see where the bonnet ends and allow for easy parking.
• Hatchbacks have better fuel efficiency than sedans, and so, they can cover more distance in the same amount of fuel.
• Top hatchbacks are usually more stylish than regular sedans. They have a sleek and lean look.
• They are cost effective as compared to sedans.
• Hatchbacks have better visibility in the rear area as the hatch is flat and not curved like in the case of sedans.

The downside of choosing hatchbacks over sedans:

• The engine for hatchbacks is usually not as powerful as that of sedans.
• Sedans provide better leg and seat space as compared to hatchbacks.
• Though hatchbacks have a sleek and sporty look, sedans are more classic in their style.
• Sedans produce less noise while driving as they have many isolated layers in between the back wheels and the compartment.
• Hatchbacks are heavier as compared to sedans, though that does not affect their fuel efficiency.
• Hatchbacks lack cargo privacy as they have a glass window over the cargo space, which is visible to anyone walking past the car.

Common ground
Hatchbacks and sedans fare equally well in terms of safety features. Both provide basic and high-end safety points based on the model chosen. The safety standards are not compromised in the top hatchbacks and sedans.
Though the look and feel of hatchbacks and sedans are quite different, they appeal to buyers equally.

So, one should consider all of these factors while making a choice between sedans and hatchbacks.