How Many BMW Hatchback Models Are There?

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Elsa
07/29/25 1:53pm
BMW currently offers only two hatchback models. The first model is the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer produced by BMW Brilliance, and the second model is the imported BMW 1 Series. Characteristics of Hatchbacks: A hatchback is a type of vehicle where the passenger compartment and the trunk are combined into a single unit, with the engine arranged independently. This layout increases interior space but reduces trunk space accordingly. Therefore, hatchbacks are commonly used for small and compact cars. Difference Between Hatchbacks and Sedans: In a hatchback, the passenger compartment extends backward and merges with the luggage compartment, while the front has a separate engine compartment like a sedan. In contrast, a sedan has completely separate compartments for the engine, passengers, and luggage (each enclosed), with the luggage compartment not only storing luggage but also helping to reduce damage from rear-end collisions. Most common passenger cars are sedans.
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