Family hatchbacks
New Peugeot 308 hits the UK: facelifted EV and hybrid options start under £30k

New Peugeot 308 hits the UK: facelifted EV and hybrid options start under £30k
The 308 SW estate car is also available to order now, and like the hatchback it’s cheaper than before
Honda Civic vs SEAT Leon: which family hatchback is the perfect SUV antidote?
Honda Civic vs SEAT Leon: which family hatchback is the perfect SUV antidote?
Refreshed Honda Civic takes on SEAT’s revitalised Leon as they strive to prove there’s plenty of life in the family hatchback yet. But which is the ch…
Renault Megane hybrid planned to boost choice amid EV uncertainty 
Renault Megane hybrid planned to boost choice amid EV uncertainty
The slow-selling electric hatchback is set for a new platform with more powertrain options in 2028
New Audi A3 e-tron confirmed: low-cost EV to get retro A2 looks

New Audi A3 e-tron confirmed: low-cost EV to get retro A2 looks
The design of Audi’s latest EV appears to have been inspired by the unconventional Audi A2 hatchback
Car Deal of the Day: Skoda Scala Monte Carlo offers hot looks for a cool £211 a month

Car Deal of the Day: Skoda Scala Monte Carlo offers hot looks for a cool £211 a month
It may be a little overlooked, but there’s plenty to like about Skoda Scala. It’s our Deal of the Day for October 27.
Used Car Hunter: small economical hatchbacks for £8,000

Used Car Hunter: small economical hatchbacks for £8,000
Our Car Hunter has £8,000 for a small diesel hatch with low running costs, but which one?
Three-car garage: used VW Golf, Porsche 911 and Jeep Wrangler for £142,000

Three-car garage: used VW Golf, Porsche 911 and Jeep Wrangler for £142,000
For the price of a new Land Rover Defender Octa, you could have a great family car, an accomplished sports car and tough off-roader
Car Deal of the Day: Volkswagen ID.3 with 350-mile range unbelievable value at £212 a month

Car Deal of the Day: Volkswagen ID.3 with 350-mile range unbelievable value at £212 a month
The ID.3 is an excellent all-round electric hatchback. It’s our Deal of the Day for October 20.
Cheapest cars to buy 2026

Cheapest cars to buy 2026
Searching for a brand-new bargain? These are the cheapest cars in the UK right now
Citroen C3 vs Hyundai i20: a stylish supermini showdown
Citroen C3 vs Hyundai i20: a stylish supermini showdown
Superminis with auto boxes are more accomplished than ever, but which is the better self-shifter – Citroen’s C3 or Hyundai’s i20?
Best and worst car brands for depreciation: Which car manufacturer holds value best?

Best and worst car brands for depreciation: Which car manufacturer holds value best?
What brands hold onto their value the best, and which are the worst? With data from experts CDL, we reveal all.
Skoda Fabia 130 is a 174bhp hot hatch for under £30k

Skoda Fabia 130 is a 174bhp hot hatch for under £30k
Along with more power the hot Fabia gets revised suspension and steering
Farewell Ford Focus ST: production of iconic hot hatch ends 

Farewell Ford Focus ST: production of iconic hot hatch ends
It’s the end of an era for the Ford Focus ST, with iconic performance model following the Fiesta ST into history
Honda Civic Type R vs Audi RS 3: the ultimate hot hatch face-off

Honda Civic Type R vs Audi RS 3: the ultimate hot hatch face-off
Honda’s Civic Type R takes its final bow with the Ultimate Edition. Will it go out on a high against its Audi RS 3 rival?
Car Deal of the Day: Peugeot 208 GT is a very stylish way to spend £165 a month

Car Deal of the Day: Peugeot 208 GT is a very stylish way to spend £165 a month
While it may be getting on a bit, the 208 is still a stylish supermini. It’s our Deal of the Day for September 26
Car Deal of the Day: it’s party time with the stylish SEAT Ibiza, from just £183 a month

Car Deal of the Day: it’s party time with the stylish SEAT Ibiza, from just £183 a month
Searching for a small car that feels anything but? Look no further than the SEAT Ibiza. It’s our Deal of the Day for September 21.
Used DS 4 (Mk2, 2021-date) buyer's guide: a great blend of value and style

Used DS 4 (Mk2, 2021-date) buyer's guide: a great blend of value and style
A full used buyer's guide on the DS 4 Mk2 that's been on sale in the UK since 2021
New Toyota Corolla appears with sharp Prius-inspired look

New Toyota Corolla appears with sharp Prius-inspired look
Images of a new Corolla have surfaced online, featuring a fresh look more in-line with Toyota’s latest models
Used Cupra Leon (2020-date) buyers’ guide: hot hatch fun with room for the family

Used Cupra Leon (2020-date) buyers’ guide: hot hatch fun with room for the family
A full used buyer’s guide on the Cupra Leon that has been on sale in the UK since 2020
Three-car garage: used BMW 1 Series, 2 Series and 3 Series Touring for £32k

Three-car garage: used BMW 1 Series, 2 Series and 3 Series Touring for £32k
This selection of BMWs should have all bases covered without delving into the expensive M division
Sexy new Renault Clio cranks up the old va va voom

Sexy new Renault Clio cranks up the old va va voom
The sixth generation of the huge selling Renault Clio has finally been revealed, and it will arrive in UK next year
Renault Megane in line for major hot hatch revamp to boost sales

Renault Megane in line for major hot hatch revamp to boost sales
A sporty makeover is planned to give the electric Megane a hot hatch reinvention
New Leapmotor B05 to out-EV the VW ID.3 with more space for less cash

New Leapmotor B05 to out-EV the VW ID.3 with more space for less cash
The Chinese brand looks to take on the electric family hatchback sector with its new B05
Mercedes A-Class to die at the end of 2026, with no successor confirmed

Mercedes A-Class to die at the end of 2026, with no successor confirmed
Mercedes has confirmed a decision has not been made on a future A-Class, but the hatchback will remain in production until the end of 2026
Best hatchbacks to buy 2026

Best hatchbacks to buy 2026
We’ve selected the top 10 best hatchbacks so you don’t have to
Car Deal of the Day: Posh BMW 1 Series is a snip at under £270 a month

Car Deal of the Day: Posh BMW 1 Series is a snip at under £270 a month
You might think a car wearing the BMW badge would be pricey, but that’s not the case with the 1 Series. It’s our Deal of the Day for September 1
Three-car garage: Mazda MX-5, MINI Electric and Volkswagen Golf GTI all for £35k

Three-car garage: Mazda MX-5, MINI Electric and Volkswagen Golf GTI all for £35k
This fantastic trio of small cars is available through Auto Express, and combined cost less than the price of an electric DS 3








