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Hatchback coupe is a loosely defined automotive body style that merges hatchback practicality with a coupe-like silhouette. The label is not applied consistently across markets, but it generally refers to a hatchback that adopts a sportier, sloping roofline and more aggressive styling intended to evoke a coupe while preserving a rear hatch and usable cargo area.

Design and interior: Key features include a downward sweep of the roof toward the rear, a lower beltline, and often a two-door configuration or four doors with a noticeably rakish profile. The rear seats are typically compact and rear headroom may be reduced compared to standard hatchbacks. Cargo space remains rear-hatch accessible, but trunk height and opening can be constrained by the sloping roof. The result is a blend of sporty aesthetics with practical baggage space.

Market use and examples: Automakers and automotive press use the term to describe models that sit between conventional hatchbacks and coupes, or to describe sportier hatchbacks with coupe-like styling. Some models marketed as “sportback,” “coupe,” or similar terms are described by commentators as hatchback coupes, though the terminology varies by region and branding. The concept emphasizes style and agility over the pure practicality of a straight hatchback, and opinions on the category’s rigidity differ.