Family hatchbacks

The entry-level Kia Ceed 2 is one of the most affordable family hatchbacks on sale – but is it good enough to topple the Volkswagen Golf Life?

The Mercedes CLA is a sharp-looking four-door variant of the A-Class, and rivals the Audi A3 Saloon

Toyota Corolla and C-HR gain a new infotainment system, some extra paint options and fresh trim

Audi will soon unveil its high-riding A3 Citycarver hatchback, to plug the gap between the Q2 and Q3 SUVs

The Ford Focus ST and Volkswagen Golf GTI have been close rivals over multiple generations, can we separate the latest iterations?

The Honda Civic returns for its 11th generation - can we expect it to challenge for hatchback honours when it comes the the UK?

The Mk8 Vauxhall Astra is available in a choice of three trim-levels and will be offered with a plug-in hybrid powertrain for the first time

One of the best all-rounders in the competitive family hatchback sector, the Ford Focus is also brilliant to drive

Kia has changed a lot in the past 30 years, going from budget car brand to becoming a rival to some established premium brands - how have they done it…

Dark exterior touches and additional kit for new Shadow Edition trim now available across MINI Hatch and Convertible line-up

The Audi A3 is a popular premium hatch that’s efficient, good to drive and has a classy feel

Citroen has tweaked the C3 line-up slightly, dropping the Shine model and pushing the popular special edition Saint James trim into its place

BMW says its revisions have made the M135i even sharper to drive – and there’s a new enhanced driving sound for the car’s stereo

The Mk2 BMW 1 Series is not the roomiest small hatchback, but fun handling and efficient running make up for it

Order books are now open for the refreshed Kia Ceed, which arrives with sportier styling, more driver assistance technology and a revised engine range

Ford has given the Focus hatchback a refresh for 2021, with a new design and an improved infotainment suite

The new DS 4 premium hatchback VW Golf rival features pseudo-SUV styling and the option of a 223bhp 1.6-litre plug-in hybrid powertrain

The upmarket French brand is aiming to ruffle a few feathers in the premium hatch class with its new DS 4

Final report: Staycation displays our hybrid hatch’s strengths perfectly

Citroen brings spec revisions and design changes to its C4 hatchback, and improved ‘real world’ range for the e-C4 Electric

The all-new BMW 2 Series Active Tourer MPV has been revealed, with a plug-in hybrid version on the way

Can a used Mercedes A-Class beat a new Ford Focus?

A full used buyer’s guide on the SEAT Toledo covering the Toledo Mk4 (2012-2019)

Ford updates its Fiesta supermini for 2022, with a new family face and extra interior technology

The new all-electric Vauxhall Astra-e will join the hatchback's line-up in 2023, and could boast a range of around 250 miles

The plug-in hybrid Renault Megane E-Tech hatch joins the estate as the model progresses towards full-EV capability

The popular Kia Ceed has been updated for 2021, but is it now better than ever? We find out...

The Dacia Sandero Stepway adds SUV style to the much improved Sandero hatchback range

The new Renault Megane PHEV claims fuel economy of up to 235.4mpg and a maximum electric range of 30 miles

A full used buyer's guide on the Honda Civic covering the Civic Mk10 (2017-date), Civic Mk9 (2011-2015) and Civic Mk8 (2005-2011)

The entry-level Kia Ceed 1.6 CRDi iMT hatch offers good value and fine economy

The stylish Mazda 3 e-SkyActiv X hatchback joins the electrification party with a 2.0-litre mild-hybrid engine

The second instalment of our Icon Review series features one of the best all-round cars ever made - the Mk1 Ford Focus

Fiat has given the Tipo hatchback a few cosmetic tweaks and branded it with a fresh “City Sport” trim-level

Volkswagen has launched a cheaper plug-in hybrid version of the Golf with 201bhp and claimed fuel economy of 235mpg

The new Volkswagen Golf GTD is fast and fun, promising 198bhp and 54mpg