Family hatchbacks
Fire risk prompts 72,000-car Stellantis UK recall

Fire risk prompts 72,000-car Stellantis UK recall
28 models across Alfa Romeo, Citroen, DS, Fiat, Jeep, Lanica, Peugeot and Vauxhall are impacted by the recall
New Cupra Leon Shadow Edition is a new moody version of the sporty hatch

New Cupra Leon Shadow Edition is a new moody version of the sporty hatch
The Leon Shadow Edition will be offered on both the hatchback and estate
Vauxhall ‘pre-empts’ Electric Car Grant with its own £1,500 discount

Vauxhall ‘pre-empts’ Electric Car Grant with its own £1,500 discount
You can now get £1,500 off every one of Vauxhall’s electric cars
Hatchbacks are cool again! Young drivers see SUVs as cars for old people

Hatchbacks are cool again! Young drivers see SUVs as cars for old people
SUVs dominate the car market, but editor Paul Barker thinks young people are increasingly turning their attention towards hatchbacks
New MG4 EV arrives in China, with groundbreaking solid-state battery version to follow

New MG4 EV arrives in China, with groundbreaking solid-state battery version to follow
The Chinese-market MG4 could make its way over to the UK with cutting-edge battery technology
The Honda Civic has got an angry new look

The Honda Civic has got an angry new look
Honda Civic facelift introduces new look for 11th-generation model
Car Deal of the Day: Small cars don’t get much cheaper than this Vauxhall Corsa

Car Deal of the Day: Small cars don’t get much cheaper than this Vauxhall Corsa
It’s a perennial top seller and it’s easy to see why – the Vauxhall Corsa is our Deal of the Day for July 30
Car Deal of the Day: Bag our Family Car of the Year for less than a £180 a month

Car Deal of the Day: Bag our Family Car of the Year for less than a £180 a month
There’s no better family car right now than the Skoda Octavia, and it’s our Deal of the Day for 15 July
Car Deal of the Day: Astra la vista baby! Vauxhall’s stalwart hatch is only £183 per month

Car Deal of the Day: Astra la vista baby! Vauxhall’s stalwart hatch is only £183 per month
The Vauxhall Astra family hatchback is often unfairly overlooked, but it really shouldn’t be at this price. It’s our Deal of the Day for 12 July
Best hybrid cars to buy 2025 - today’s top fuel-sipping options 

Best hybrid cars to buy 2025 - today’s top fuel-sipping options
With more hybrid cars on the market than ever before, these are the best ones to buy
Car Deal of the Day: Family favourite Ford Focus for a bargain £200 a month

Car Deal of the Day: Family favourite Ford Focus for a bargain £200 a month
It won’t be here for much longer, so bag one while you can – the Ford Focus is our Deal of the Day for 9 July.
Car Deal of the Day: The Peugeot 308 GT is one of the cheapest hatchbacks around at £211 a month

Car Deal of the Day: The Peugeot 308 GT is one of the cheapest hatchbacks around at £211 a month
While other hatchbacks are more practical, few are as stylish as the Peugeot 308. It’s our Deal of the Day for 30 June.
Volkswagen Golf GTE vs Toyota Prius: two visions of family car efficiency collide 
Volkswagen Golf GTE vs Toyota Prius: two visions of family car efficiency collide
Can a plug-in hybrid really be a fun option for a true petrolhead?
Car Deal of the Day: Kia Ceed GT-Line is a hidden gem at £192 a month

Car Deal of the Day: Kia Ceed GT-Line is a hidden gem at £192 a month
Often overlooked, the Kia Ceed is a great family hatchback. It’s our Deal of the Day for 18 June.
Peugeot 308 set for radical redesign that's more than just skin deep

Peugeot 308 set for radical redesign that's more than just skin deep
French brand’s alternative to the Volkswagen Golf is set for mild styling tweaks and powertrain upgrades later this year
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?
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
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?
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
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
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?


