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Hello, I want to buy a small hatchback just for go to work and come back. The annual distance will be somewhere around 30000km and mainly on the high way. What are the choices out there? Some people told me the engine should be at least 1.5 up, is this still correct?

Can you advise what type of budget you have? Also, will you be the only person in the vehicle most of the time?

we kind of set to 8000 max and will mostly be just one person in there.

The Mazda Demio, Nissan Pulsar or Mazda 323 /Familia are good options to consider around the 2003 year. The 1.5L - 1.8L engine size should tick all the boxes for you.
See also small used hatchbacks under $6,000. Look for as low a mileage as your money can buy and check for a good service history.