Family hatchbacks
Long live the Kia K4: striking hatch set to replace the Ceed in Europe

Long live the Kia K4: striking hatch set to replace the Ceed in Europe
The new Kia K4 hatchback is the petrol-powered replacement for the family-friendly Ceed
Car Deal of the Day: Elegant Mazda 3 hatch for a preeminent £178 per month

Car Deal of the Day: Elegant Mazda 3 hatch for a preeminent £178 per month
Fluid handling and even more flowing styling are the selling points of the Mazda 3 in this affordable deal
Skoda Superb automatic hatch long-term test: crisis averted with a garage detour

Skoda Superb automatic hatch long-term test: crisis averted with a garage detour
Second fleetwatch: mileage countdown cured without main dealer prices
SEAT’s future unclear as brand held in limbo

SEAT’s future unclear as brand held in limbo
Delayed model launches and unprofitable electric plans leave SEAT’s next steps uncertain
SEAT Ibiza, Arona, Leon and Ateca get sporty upgrades thanks to new Black Editions

SEAT Ibiza, Arona, Leon and Ateca get sporty upgrades thanks to new Black Editions
This could be the final change ahead of updates to Ibiza and Arona later this year
MG3 Hybrid+ long-term test: sound system isn’t music to our ears

MG3 Hybrid+ long-term test: sound system isn’t music to our ears
Second fleetwatch: listening to podcasts reveals audio clarity issues
Used Car Hunter: Small, easy to drive cars for £15,000

Used Car Hunter: Small, easy to drive cars for £15,000
Our Car Hunter has £15,000 to find a small hatchback or SUV that’s a doddle to drive
New vs used hatchbacks: Skoda Octavia or Mercedes A-Class?

New vs used hatchbacks: Skoda Octavia or Mercedes A-Class?
Traditional hatchbacks are still a great option for all the family, but which one should you buy?
UK in line for updated MG4, not China's all-new model

UK in line for updated MG4, not China's all-new model
The new-look MG4 was revealed in China last week, but the brand has confirmed that the UK isn’t getting this car any time soon
New Dacia Sandero to come with both hybrid and electric power

New Dacia Sandero to come with both hybrid and electric power
An all-new fourth-generation Sandero is coming in 2027, and Dacia’s boss has been discussing its powertrain options
New Dacia Sandero spotted for the first time: fresh look for Europe’s best-selling car

New Dacia Sandero spotted for the first time: fresh look for Europe’s best-selling car
The humble supermini’s makeover is inspired by the Dacia Spring EV, plus Duster and Bigster SUV
Toyota Corolla gets modest update for 2025 with more colours and less power

Toyota Corolla gets modest update for 2025 with more colours and less power
Toyota has quietly revamped its popular hybrid-powered hatchback
Goodbye Ford Focus: the end is nigh for family hatch legend after nearly 30 years

Goodbye Ford Focus: the end is nigh for family hatch legend after nearly 30 years
Ford’s family hatchback favourite is being axed as the brand focuses its efforts on EVs
Best Volkswagen cars: the brand’s top new models and all-time greats

Best Volkswagen cars: the brand’s top new models and all-time greats
Want to know which Volkswagens are worth your attention? We’ve selected ten of the best
Peugeot 308 and 408 plug-in hybrids now go further with boost to nearly 50 miles of EV range

Peugeot 308 and 408 plug-in hybrids now go further with boost to nearly 50 miles of EV range
The new plug-in hybrid powertrain will be available in 308, 308SW and 408
Top 10 best hatchbacks to buy 2025

Top 10 best hatchbacks to buy 2025
We’ve selected our top 10 best family hatchbacks so you don’t have to
Leapmotor line-up to triple in size by 2027

Leapmotor line-up to triple in size by 2027
Total of six models due within the next two years, including Citroen e-C3-rivalling small SUV
Best hybrid cars on sale 2025

Best hybrid cars on sale 2025
With more hybrid cars on the market than ever before, these are the best ones to buy
Cheapest cars to run 2025

Cheapest cars to run 2025
When it comes to total cost of ownership, cut-price entry-level models aren’t always the best. So what are the cheapest cars to run in the UK today?
New Skoda Superb SportLine on sale now, and yes, you can get it as an estate

New Skoda Superb SportLine on sale now, and yes, you can get it as an estate
Petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid versions of the Superb are now available in SportLine trim, with prices starting from £42,290
DS No4 getting ready to replace DS 4 this year

DS No4 getting ready to replace DS 4 this year
The No4 will join the recently revealed No8 in French brand’s new-look line up
Volkswagen Golf moves to Mexico, as German giant sheds 35,000 jobs

Volkswagen Golf moves to Mexico, as German giant sheds 35,000 jobs
Huge restructuring also sees VW slash domestic capacity by 750,000 cars
Slowest cars on sale now

Slowest cars on sale now
Sometimes it’s good to sit back and enjoy the journey, and the cars on our list of the slowest-accelerating new models give you plenty of time for tha…
Car Deal of the Day: new MG4 long-range EV for a ridiculously low price

Car Deal of the Day: new MG4 long-range EV for a ridiculously low price
The MG4 is one of our favourite EVs on account of its sheer value for money. It’s our Deal of the Day for 11 December
Toyota Yaris receives a fresh round of updates for 2025

Toyota Yaris receives a fresh round of updates for 2025
Cosmetic upgrades in store for Toyota’s big-selling supermini
Volkswagen Golf alternatives: great options for family hatch buyers

Volkswagen Golf alternatives: great options for family hatch buyers
The VW Golf is often thought of as the default family car, but there are plenty of other models to consider in this class