2021 Best Selling Warm Hatchback In the United States (All Models Ranked)
The term “warm hatchback” typically refers to performance-oriented hatchbacks that sit a notch below the more powerful and more aggressive “hot hatchbacks” in terms of performance, but still offer an enhanced driving experience compared to their regular counterparts. In 2021, the U.S. market primarily revolved around SUVs and trucks, with a strong interest in crossovers. However, there was still a niche audience for hatchbacks, including warm and hot hatches.
The Mini Cooper, known for its retro styling and British heritage, was a premium compact car that combined distinctive design, a fun-to-drive character, and a range of customization options. Known for its “go-kart” like handling, the Mini Cooper is a favorite among those who enjoyed spirited driving.
The Hyundai Veloster was a unique three-door compact hatchback, offering one large door on the driver’s side and two smaller doors on the passenger side. It was sporty, affordable, and came with a range of tech features.
Here Are The Most Popular Warm Hatchback in the U.S for 2021
This data table looks at full year Hot Hatchback sales volumes in the United States by model. We compare U.S market Hot Hatchback model sales for the full year versus the full year last year.
| Model | Month | Month LY | Change | YTD | YTD LY | YTD Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiat 500 | 11 | 5 | 120.00 | 51 | 674 | -92.43 |
| Mini Cooper | 1,741 | 2,115 | -17.68 | 22,970 | 18,684 | 22.94 |
| Volkswagen Golf | 270 | 1,788 | -84.90 | 6,537 | 22,495 | -70.94 |
| Hyundai Veloster | 71 | 267 | -73.41 | 1,942 | 6,785 | -71.38 |
| ∑ = 2,093 | ∑ = 4,175 | ∑ = 31,500 | ∑ = 48,638 |
2021 New Warm Hatchback Sales Data by Month in the U.S
This sales data table looks at monthly sales performance for the Hot HatchbackV segment in the United States on a month to month basis for the entire year. It includes all major Hot Hatchback models sold in the U.S market and you can see that the monthly Hot Hatchback sales trends clearly. Seeing the individual Hot Hatchback model sales performance in this way gives you a good sense of the momentum (good or bad).
