Originally posted by velfarretokyo
Not having a 1-series hatchback in the US was a smart move by BMW. As a premium automaker, which is their marketing position here, there's no need to have a cheaper hatch version. Look at MB's "sport coupe" - its essentially a hatch and most people know that which is why it sells like crap.
don't forget how it looks. i have no idea how you can see out of the rear since it's so high.