Family hatchbacks
Citroen e-C4 vs Volkswagen ID.3: which affordable EV is best for the family?

Citroen e-C4 vs Volkswagen ID.3: which affordable EV is best for the family?
Electric car prices are falling, as seen on the facelifted Citroen e-C4 and brand-new entry-level VW ID.3. But which is the better buy?
Car Deal of the Day: BMW 1 Series is a plush and desirable posh hatch for just £271 a month

Car Deal of the Day: BMW 1 Series is a plush and desirable posh hatch for just £271 a month
The BMW 1 Series is an excellent choice for those who want an upmarket-feeling hatch. It’s our Deal of the Day for 11 June.
Volkswagen Golf alternatives: great options for family hatch buyers

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

Ford Focus alternatives: ten cars to consider instead of the family hatch icon
As the Ford Focus prepares to bow out, we suggest some other great cars worthy of your attention
Vauxhall Astra Griffin jumps in price but still costs just £26k

Vauxhall Astra Griffin jumps in price but still costs just £26k
Some subtle revisions have arrived on the cheapest Vauxhall Astra, including the addition of a new 143bhp hybrid powertrain
Used Car Hunter: punchy and practical hot hatchbacks for £23,000

Used Car Hunter: punchy and practical hot hatchbacks for £23,000
Our Car hunter has £23,000 to find a hot hatch that’s practical, quick and well-equipped
New Peugeot 208 and 2008 GT Premium trim adds Alcantara, more tech and boosted EV range

New Peugeot 208 and 2008 GT Premium trim adds Alcantara, more tech and boosted EV range
The all-electric E-208 has also gained more range, plus there’s a new hybrid powertrain for the 208 and 2008
Skoda Superb automatic hatch long-term test: 21,000 miles of comfort and just the odd squeak

Skoda Superb automatic hatch long-term test: 21,000 miles of comfort and just the odd squeak
Final report: family hatchback ticks all the boxes despite some minor issues
New DS No4 hatch takes aim at the VW Golf with hybrid and EV power 

New DS No4 hatch takes aim at the VW Golf with hybrid and EV power
New styling and tech, plus a new EV powertrain are on the cards for DS’s high-end hatchback
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
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
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
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?