Chevrolet Aveo Hatchback 2011

The 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is a decent and inexpensive subcompact, but that's not enough in the face of better performing, more functional rivals that are more enjoyable to drive and own.
Pros
Low price; high fuel economy; ample headroom.
Cons
Weak engine; sluggish highway manners; middling crash test scores.

The 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is available as either a sedan or a four-door hatchback, dubbed the Aveo5. Both body styles can seat five passengers and are offered in three trim levels: base LS, midgrade 1LT and top-of-the-line 2LT.

Chevrolet Aveo Hatchback 2011 in action

The new 2012 Audi A7's hatchback

While you've been quietly going about your daily life, automotive designers have been hard at work dreaming up a whole new category of automobiles like the 2012 Audi A7. The new A7 will offer the sleek look of a coupe, yet still offer enhanced practicality thanks to a rear hatchback design. Obviously "coupe" and "practicality" don't often go together, but Audi is hoping people will find the A7 more appealing than a traditional station wagon.

hatchback in action