Family hatchbacks
Citroen C4 X now available with petrol and diesel powertrains
Citroen C4 X now available with petrol and diesel powertrains
Citroen’s quirky high-riding c-segment saloon is now available with ICE engines alongside existing electric powertrain
22 Jun 2023
New BYD Dolphin electric hatch starts from £25,490
New BYD Dolphin electric hatch starts from £25,490
BYD’s upcoming hatchback is aimed at budget EV sector
19 Jun 2023
Volkswagen Golf vs Skoda Octavia: 2023 twin test review
Volkswagen Golf vs Skoda Octavia: 2023 twin test review
VW’s Golf is the family car benchmark, while the Octavia wins the space race. Which is the best, though?
19 Jun 2023
New Vauxhall Astra GSe 2023 UK review
New Vauxhall Astra GSe 2023 UK review
A first UK drive in the Vauxhall Astra GSe doesn’t change our perception of the car
16 Jun 2023
New Vauxhall Astra GSe: plug-in hot hatch joined by Sports Tourer estate
New Vauxhall Astra GSe: plug-in hot hatch joined by Sports Tourer estate
Sporty new trim level joins the Astra Sports Tourer range
15 Jun 2023
New 2023 BMW 1 Series facelift caught testing on the Nurburgring
New 2023 BMW 1 Series facelift caught testing on the Nurburgring
BMW’s premium hatchback will get a complete redesign and new technology
9 Jun 2023
New Citroen e-Series spec added to e-C4, e-C4 X and C5 Aircross ranges
New Citroen e-Series spec added to e-C4, e-C4 X and C5 Aircross ranges
Citroen’s new e-Series trim level features exterior tweaks and uprated equipment levels
7 Jun 2023
Used Volkswagen ID.3 (Mk1, 2020-date) review
Used Volkswagen ID.3 (Mk1, 2020-date) review
A full used buyer’s guide on the all-electric Volkswagen ID.3 that’s been on sale since 2020
6 Jun 2023
New 2023 Vauxhall Astra Electric to start from £39,995
New 2023 Vauxhall Astra Electric to start from £39,995
All-electric version of Vauxhall’s family hatchback offers a range of up to 258 miles
2 Jun 2023
Volkswagen ID.3 58kWh review
Volkswagen ID.3 58kWh review
Volkswagen has refreshed the ID.3 to keep up with the ever-increasing competition, but some original bugbears remain
2 Jun 2023
Skoda Octavia review
Skoda Octavia review
The latest Skoda Octavia cranks up the quality, but it’s just as practical and family-friendly as ever
22 May 2023
Peugeot 308 SW Hybrid: long-term test review
Peugeot 308 SW Hybrid: long-term test review
Final report: one issue can’t take the shine off the Peugeot 308 SW as an impressive family car
15 May 2023
Best value cars
Best value cars
The UK's biggest motoring bargains go head-to-head
10 May 2023
New Citroen e-C4 and e-C4 X updated with more range
New Citroen e-C4 and e-C4 X updated with more range
Citroen will also finally bring the C4 X to the UK
9 May 2023
Honda Civic Sport: long-term test review
Honda Civic Sport: long-term test review
Final report: our Civic has impressed, but we wonder about its position in the market
2 May 2023
New 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 facelift on sale from £37,115
New 2023 Volkswagen ID.3 facelift on sale from £37,115
Volkswagen’s all-electric alternative to the Golf has been given a refresh
26 Apr 2023
Toyota Corolla vs Honda Civic vs Kia Ceed: 2023 group test review
Toyota Corolla vs Honda Civic vs Kia Ceed: 2023 group test review
The updated Toyota Corolla takes on the Honda Civic and Kia Ceed in a three-way hatchback clash
22 Apr 2023
New 2023 Skoda Octavia facelift: specs, prices and release date
New 2023 Skoda Octavia facelift: specs, prices and release date
Skoda is testing out its updated Octavia in hatchback and estate guises
13 Apr 2023
New Mercedes A-Class 2023 review
New Mercedes A-Class 2023 review
The Mercedes A-Class premium hatch has been given a final round of updates before it bows out for good
24 Mar 2023
Plush new DS 4 and DS 7 Esprit de Voyage special editions revealed
Plush new DS 4 and DS 7 Esprit de Voyage special editions revealed
Special edition DS Automobiles SUV and crossover to feature bespoke high-end finishes and unique styling treatments
9 Mar 2023
New Cupra Born V1 2023 review
New Cupra Born V1 2023 review
The V1 is the cheapest version of the Cupra Born, but it certainly doesn't scrimp on quality
8 Mar 2023
Vauxhall Astra 1.2 Turbo: long-term test review
Vauxhall Astra 1.2 Turbo: long-term test review
Final report: a temperamental alarm doesn't dampen our impression of the new Vauxhall Astra hatch
1 Mar 2023
New range-topping Kia Ceed and ProCeed GT-Line S models launched
New range-topping Kia Ceed and ProCeed GT-Line S models launched
Due to popular demand, Kia has re-introduced the GT-Line S trim level for its Ceed and ProCeed, which offers a smattering of extra kit and a dual-clut…
20 Feb 2023
New Toyota Corolla 2023 review
New Toyota Corolla 2023 review
Powertrain and tech modifications keep the Toyota Corolla hatch competitive
14 Feb 2023
Used Mazda 3 (Mk4, 2019-date) review
Used Mazda 3 (Mk4, 2019-date) review
A full used buyer’s guide on the Mazda 3 covering the fourth-generation model that has been on sale since 2019
10 Feb 2023
Cupra Leon vs BMW 118i vs Mazda 3: 2023 group test review
Cupra Leon vs BMW 118i vs Mazda 3: 2023 group test review
They’re not hot hatches, but these three models from Cupra, BMW and Mazda still have sporty pretensions
4 Feb 2023
2023 Renault Megane E-Tech Iconic lands as range-topping version
2023 Renault Megane E-Tech Iconic lands as range-topping version
The main benefit of the Iconic is the standard-fit heat pump to improve efficiency
1 Feb 2023
New 2023 Audi A3 spotted in sporty S3 guise
New 2023 Audi A3 spotted in sporty S3 guise
The Audi S3 hot hatch will receive a mid-life facelift later this year
26 Jan 2023
Ora Funky Cat vs MG4: 2023 twin test review
Ora Funky Cat vs MG4: 2023 twin test review
The GWM Ora Funky Cat blends electric drive and stand-out style in a value package. Can it beat the MG4?
21 Jan 2023
New Peugeot 308 diesel 2023 review
New Peugeot 308 diesel 2023 review
Peugeot is still catering for diesel buyers with the new 308 1.5 BlueHDi family hatch
20 Jan 2023
New Volkswagen ID. Golf to keep iconic name alive
New Volkswagen ID. Golf to keep iconic name alive
The all-electric Volkswagen ID. Golf could arrive by 2026, and is likely to be sold alongside the ID.3
12 Jan 2023
MG4 crowned 2023 DrivingElectric Car of the Year
MG4 crowned 2023 DrivingElectric Car of the Year
MG’s budget-focussed family hatchback wins big in our sister title’s celebration of the best electric and hybrid cars
7 Dec 2022
Honda Civic vs Toyota Corolla vs Vauxhall Astra: 2022 group test review
Honda Civic vs Toyota Corolla vs Vauxhall Astra: 2022 group test review
With plenty of heritage behind it, can the new Honda Civic show these rivals how it’s done?
26 Nov 2022
New MINI family hatchback to rival Volkswagen Golf
New MINI family hatchback to rival Volkswagen Golf
MINI is set to provide fresh competition in the family hatchback market, and our exclusive images preview how it could look
12 Nov 2022
Renault Megane E-Tech vs Cupra Born: 2022 twin test review
Renault Megane E-Tech vs Cupra Born: 2022 twin test review
The Renault Megane goes electric – does it have an edge over the Cupra Born?
5 Nov 2022
New Mercedes A-Class facelift: specs, pricing and powertrains
New Mercedes A-Class facelift: specs, pricing and powertrains
Mercedes’s premium hatchback has been given an mid-life update for 2022
27 Oct 2022