Hatchback vs Sedan: Which Is Best for You?

The Subara team is well-known for manufacturing SUVs that strongly resemble hatchbacks thanks to their unique designs. If you're in the market for a vehicle, that may ignite a debate between two body styles - hatchback vs sedan.

 

Luckily, our new car inventory includes both body styles, and the team at Gillman Subaru San Antonio can help you choose the one that's best for you.

Cargo Space

Sedans have a storage area that's separate from their cabin. By contrast, hatchbacks have a cargo hold that's incorporated into their cabin, which means they have more cargo room than sedans.

With a hatchback, you can fold the back seats to increase the size of the cargo area, something that's not always possible in a sedan. For example, you can increase the cargo capacity of the Subaru Outback from 32.6 cubic feet to 75.6 cubic feet by folding the second row.

Visibility

Depending on the model you choose, a hatchback may have a higher driving position that will make it easier to see the road. When you visit our Selma, TX Subaru dealership, you'll notice a view of the road isn't the only way hatchbacks and sedans typically differ in the context of visibility.

As we mentioned earlier, a sedan's cargo area is separate from its cabin, meaning the trunk is its own space. You can close the trunk's lid, and no one will be able to see what you stowed in the trunk. Since their cargo hold is part of the cabin, hatchbacks don't have a similar level of privacy, meaning people can see what's in the cargo area of a hatchback.

If you want to prevent prying eyes from seeing the cargo you're transporting in a hatchback, you can pick up a cargo cover in our Subaru parts center. Alternatively, you can have a rooftop cargo carrier installed.

Lifestyle

Hatchbacks are normally more versatile than sedans, with some able to handle light off-roading duties. In general, hatches are sportier than sedans although the Subaru BRZ proves that's not always the case. Sedans and hatchbacks usually share similar driving dynamics, and they often provide a smoother ride than larger vehicles like pickups and full-size SUVs.

Pre-Qualify for Subaru Financing at Gillman Subaru San Antonio

Are you struggling to choose between a hatchback and a sedan? Get the help you need at our Subaru dealership. Don't forget to pre-qualify for Subaru financing so you'll be ready to purchase the body style you prefer on the spot.