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Sasquachulator that was before the Corolla Hatch had hit US dealerships, I think it's fair to say I was too negative and have only heard good things about the new Corolla Hatch. My going thought is still that the Civic is sportier based on Honda's history, but the Corolla is certainly a contender, I still think the Civic has an edge on sportiness (certainly on paper and with 2+ more years of aftermarket development at this point) but Toyota ride quality is a little plusher imo which would be a nice complement to an 86.
Hyundai has certainly put in a ton of effort too, options are aplenty for lukewarm hatches ~$20k.