CARTRUVO USED HATCHBACK COMPARISON
Original blank buyer worksheet. Research checked November 7, 2026.
Guide: https://cartruvo.com/blog/best-used-hatchbacks
Repeat for each actual vehicle. Not an appraisal or inspection certificate.

VEHICLE AND WRITTEN PRICE
VIN / model year / trim / hatchback body:
Engine / transmission / mileage / evidence confirming configuration:
Seller / asking price / date:
Taxes / registration / fees / complete written total:
Title and lien status / VIN recall check / remedy confirmation:

EXACT COMPARISON REFERENCES (not live offers)
2019 Civic LX Hatchback 1.5T CVT: KBB $16,050; EPA 31/40/34 MPG.
2019 Corolla Hatchback SE 2.0 CVT: KBB $15,600; EPA 32/42/36 MPG.
2018 Mazda3 Sport hatchback 2.0 six-speed auto: KBB $12,400; EPA 28/37/32 MPG.
KBB national Good-condition/typical-mileage dealer references valid Nov 7, 2026.
EPA figures city/highway/combined; actual consumption varies.

PARKED CARGO-FIT EXERCISE (seller permission required)
Largest everyday item / dimensions:
Normal driver and passenger seat positions / required rear seats:
Narrowest useful hatch opening / floor width / load length:
Load lip / rear glass / cargo-cover clearance:
Fits and hatch latches normally without forcing? Hands kept clear:
Seats folded / seating lost / floor shape / latches restored:
Actual manual weight limits / visibility / cargo securing checked:
Published cargo figures use differing methods; actual fit governs.

HATCH AND BODY CHECKS
Supports / hinges / normal latch operation / seals:
Cargo floor / cover / seat latches / rear wiper and washer if equipped:
Dampness or staining / seller explanation / shop investigation:
Observations are not a diagnosis. Keep clear of unsupported hatch.
No dismantling, spraying water or improvised obstruction tests.

SERVICE EVIDENCE AND INDEPENDENT INSPECTION
Applicable manufacturer schedule / actual use / time limits:
Completed service: item / invoice date / mileage:
Required now: schedule entry / evidence / shop quote:
Condition-based work: finding / urgency / quote:
Unknown pending records: question / next action:
Oil history / CVT or automatic service specification:
Civic: Maintenance Minder codes and exact manual requirements:
Corolla: correct 0W-16 oil rules / normal vs special-use entries:
Mazda3: applicable schedule / 75,000-mile spark-plug evidence:
Shop / inspection date / limitations / written findings:
Optional recommendations kept separate:

COMPLETE COMPARISON
Purchase total + quoted work due now:
Insurance / finance / recurring costs:
Annual miles / assumed fuel price / exact combined MPG:
Illustrative fuel cost = miles divided by MPG multiplied by price:
Remaining uncertainties / resolve before deposit:
Decision and reason: