Family hatchbacks
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
Car Deal of the Day: VW Golf GTI hot hatch legend for a very cool price

Car Deal of the Day: VW Golf GTI hot hatch legend for a very cool price
The Golf GTI has skilfully combined racy performance with everyday useability for nearly 50 years. It’s our Deal of the Day for 10 February
Car Deal of the Day: fancy a £36k Vauxhall Astra Electric for just £181 a month?

Car Deal of the Day: fancy a £36k Vauxhall Astra Electric for just £181 a month?
Vauxhall’s smart Astra Electric could be perfect for first-time EV buyers. It’s our Deal of the Day for 6 February
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
Car Deal of the Day: sleek ‘n’ sporty Mazda 3 hatch at just £173 a month

Car Deal of the Day: sleek ‘n’ sporty Mazda 3 hatch at just £173 a month
Mazda’s high-quality family hatch might cost less than you expect with low initial payment and monthly fee
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?
Skoda Superb automatic hatchback long-term test: dirty safety sensors cause headaches

Skoda Superb automatic hatchback long-term test: dirty safety sensors cause headaches
Fleetwatch: our Skoda Superb gives plenty of warning when its various safety sensors get covered with winter grime
MG3 Hybrid+ long-term test: efficiency is good but less than brand claims

MG3 Hybrid+ long-term test: efficiency is good but less than brand claims
Fleetwatch: MG claims its hybrid supermini is capable of 64.2mpg, but we're getting less than 50mpg
Car Deal of the Day: Bag yourself a Ford Focus before it disappears for only £222 a month

Car Deal of the Day: Bag yourself a Ford Focus before it disappears for only £222 a month
Despite its advancing years, the Ford Focus is still a very desirable and fun-to-drive family hatchback. It’s our Deal of the Day for 27 January
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
Car Deal of the Day: Want a well equipped and practical supermini? Try Hyundai’s i20 for £162 a month

Car Deal of the Day: Want a well equipped and practical supermini? Try Hyundai’s i20 for £162 a month
The Hyundai i20 offers pretty much everything the supermini buyer needs, and at a very good price. It’s our Deal of the Day for 22 January.
Car Deal of the Day: Be the talk of the town with a MINI Cooper E for £186 per month

Car Deal of the Day: Be the talk of the town with a MINI Cooper E for £186 per month
Turn on, tune in, and plug in with a new electric MINI for an affordable monthly sum
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: Mazda 2 gives cheap thrills and a sporty drive for £181 a month

Car Deal of the Day: Mazda 2 gives cheap thrills and a sporty drive for £181 a month
Mazda’s smallest model is a cracking choice if you want a cheap hatchback. It’s our Deal of the Day for 16 December
Best family cars to buy 2025

Best family cars to buy 2025
Family cars come in a variety of shapes, from hatchback to SUV. But which is best for you? Find out with our top 10 family cars on sale now.
Car Deal of the Day: a high-class Volkswagen ID.3 at an appealingly low price

Car Deal of the Day: a high-class Volkswagen ID.3 at an appealingly low price
The Volkswagen ID.3 stands out as one of the finest family EVs you could hope for. It’s our Deal of the Day for 14 December
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
Car Deal of the Day: Citroen C3 is cheap and cheerful at just £217.22 a month

Car Deal of the Day: Citroen C3 is cheap and cheerful at just £217.22 a month
Citroen C3 is a clever rethink of the type of small car Brits love to buy. It’s our Deal of the Day for 9 December
Car Deal of the Day: Cute Renault Clio is a Black Friday steal at £157 a month

Car Deal of the Day: Cute Renault Clio is a Black Friday steal at £157 a month
The Renault Clio is a cracking supermini – and even cheaper than you might think. It’s our Deal of the Day for 29 November
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
Car Deal of the Day: Upmarket Audi A3 Sportback for £275 a month with this Black Friday offer

Car Deal of the Day: Upmarket Audi A3 Sportback for £275 a month with this Black Friday offer
Posh and plush, the Audi A3 has long been a popular choice for Brits. It’s our Deal of the Day for 28 November
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
Car Deal of the Day: Suzuki Swift is a steal for £168 with this Black Friday deal

Car Deal of the Day: Suzuki Swift is a steal for £168 with this Black Friday deal
Suzuki Swift is an excellent supermini – it’s fun to drive and cheap to run, and t’s our Deal of the Day for 26 November
Car Deal of the Day: MINI Cooper E blends retro charm and electric power for only £214 a month

Car Deal of the Day: MINI Cooper E blends retro charm and electric power for only £214 a month
Style and EV power needn’t cost the earth with the MINI Cooper E Classic – it’s our Deal of the Day for 21 November
Best used hatchbacks to buy now

Best used hatchbacks to buy now
Hatchbacks offer great practicality, low running costs and comfort – these are the best used hatchbacks on the market
Stellantis hedges bets on new ‘multi energy’ STLA Small platform with EV or hybrid power

Stellantis hedges bets on new ‘multi energy’ STLA Small platform with EV or hybrid power
Next generation of Stellantis small cars will feature hybrid and fully electric powertrains
Volkswagen Golf appeal boosted with new hybrid and diesel engine options

Volkswagen Golf appeal boosted with new hybrid and diesel engine options
The popular Volkswagen Golf Black Edition and Match get new powertrain choices
Car Deal of the Day: Cupra Born proves EVs can be fun and cheap, at £202 per month

Car Deal of the Day: Cupra Born proves EVs can be fun and cheap, at £202 per month
The Born remains a solid choice and is better value than ever before - it’s our Deal of the Day for 17 November