Kelley Blue Book: 12 hatchbacks that get the best gas mileage

Combined fuel economy: 59 mpg

The 2022 Hyundai
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Ioniq Hybrid is a compact hatchback with exceptional fuel economy. Blue trim is capable of 60 mpg on the highway.

2023 Toyota Prius

Starting price: $28,545

Expert rating: 4.8 / 5

Combined fuel economy: 57 mpg

The 2023 Toyota
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Prius hybrid enters a new generation with even better fuel economy, fresh tech, and remarkable style. All-wheel drive remains available and the new drivetrain delivers significantly more power.

Read more: It’s faster, more powerful, sleek and sculpted: It’s the 2023 Toyota Prius, transformed

2023 Mitsubishi Mirage

Starting price: $17,500

Expert rating: 3.1 / 5

Combined fuel economy: 39 mpg

The 2023 Mitsubishi
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Mirage comes in small hatchback and sedan styles, and is one of the cheapest new cars available.

2023 Honda Civic

Starting price: $24,845

Expert rating: 4.7 / 5

Combined fuel economy: 36 mpg

The Honda
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Civic is our Compact Car Best Buy for 2023. It’s feature-rich, comfortable, looks good, drives well and is built on an established track record of resale value and reliability.

Read more: The 2023 Honda Civic: sophisticated style, tasteful interior and plenty of performance options, plus the ferocious type R is back

2023 Kia Rio

Starting price: $17,875

Expert rating: 4.3 / 5

Combined fuel economy: 36 mpg

The 2023 Kia
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+1.77%
Rio subcompact sedan or hatchback is for someone who needs a new car that’s cheap to buy and run, and has a great warranty.

 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback

Starting price: $24,250

Expert rating: 4.3 / 5

Combined fuel economy: 35 mpg

The Toyota Corolla Hatchback is a safe, efficient, and practical compact car. It gets updated tech features and refreshed styling for 2023.

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2022 Chevrolet Spark

Starting price:$14,595

Expert rating: 3.5 / 5

Combined fuel economy: 33 mpg

The 2022 Chevrolet Spark subcompact hatchback is one of the most affordable new cars. Yet it has Apple
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CarPlay/Android Auto as standard. GM
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discontinued the Spark, however, for 2023.

2024 Mini Hardtop 2-Door

Starting price: $26,795

Expert rating: 3.3 / 5

Combined fuel economy: 31 mpg

The 2024 Mini Hardtop and Mini Convertible bring charm, choice, and cheerfulness to the premium subcompact car class.

Also see: Need a fuel efficient, run-about-town compact SUV? Check out the 2023 Hyundai Kona.

2024 Mini Hardtop 4-Door

Starting price: $27,795

Expert rating: 3.3 / 5

Combined fuel economy: 31 mpg

The 2024 Mini Hardtop and Mini Convertible bring charm, choice, and cheerfulness to the premium subcompact car class.

2023 Mazda Mazda3

Starting price: $23,715

Expert rating: 4.0 / 5

Combined fuel economy: 30 mpg

The 2023 Mazda3
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compact car offers choices of body styles, engines, and all-wheel drive. It’s one of the most enjoyable cars in its class.

See: The most and least reliable car brands, according to Consumer Reports

2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Starting price: $31,625

Expert rating: 3.6 / 5

Combined fuel economy: 28 mpg

The 2023 Volkswagen Golf comes in GTI and R versions. Both are high-class compact hatchbacks with great driver appeal.

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2024 Mini Clubman

Starting price: $35,045

Expert rating: 3.4 / 5

Combined fuel economy: 26 mpg

The 2024 Mini Clubman subcompact car blends sensible with sensational. It has the usual Mini personality and poise, with an extra helping of practicality.

Read next: The best compact cars for 2023

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