Family hatchbacks
New Volkswagen Golf to live on in the electric era with hot Golf R flagship
New Volkswagen Golf to live on in the electric era with hot Golf R flagship
Volkswagen has no plans to axe the VW Golf name as its switch to electric power comes to fruition. If anything, it’s the future of the ID electric bra…
Smart #1 vs Renault Megane E-Tech: 2023 twin test review
Smart #1 vs Renault Megane E-Tech: 2023 twin test review
The Smart #1 marks the dawn of a new era for the former city car maker. Does it have the measure of the Renault Megane?
New Volkswagen Golf Black Edition on sale from £31,985
New Volkswagen Golf Black Edition on sale from £31,985
The VW Golf Black Edition comes with some bespoke design tweaks and the option of hybrid power
MG4 Trophy Extended Range 2023 review
MG4 Trophy Extended Range 2023 review
The MG4 Extended Range has joined the brand's line-up with over 300 miles promised between charges
Volkswagen ID.3 vs MG4: 2023 twin test review
Volkswagen ID.3 vs MG4: 2023 twin test review
Is it second time lucky for the Volkswagen ID.3? We see if early updates can see off the MG4
DS 4 E-Tense 225: long-term test review
DS 4 E-Tense 225: long-term test review
Final report: we’re going to miss our PHEV’s comfort and practicality
Peugeot 308 review 
Peugeot 308 review
With its striking good looks, the Peugeot 308 is a desirable five-door hatchback, but it sacrifices practicality and isn’t great to drive
New Volkswagen ID.3 2023 facelift review
New Volkswagen ID.3 2023 facelift review
We get behind the wheel of revised Volkswagen ID.3 EV, which has enhanced interior quality and upgraded tech
Citroen C5 X Shine: long-term test
Citroen C5 X Shine: long-term test
Final report: comfort-focused hatchback is perfect for our creative director and his family
SEAT Leon review
SEAT Leon review
The SEAT Leon offers the tech and driving experience of the VW Golf, but for a lower price
Cupra Born V3: long-term test
Cupra Born V3: long-term test
Final report: a family holiday in Chester is child’s play for our Spanish EV
DS 4 review
DS 4 review
Delivering supreme comfort, good practicality and a premium feel, the DS 4 hatchback is an interesting alternative to class-leading rivals
Affordable Electric Car of the Year 2023: MG4
Affordable Electric Car of the Year 2023: MG4
The MG4 is the 2023 Auto Express Affordable Electric Car of the Year, with the BYD Atto 3 and Citroen e-C4/e-C4 X commended
Affordable Hybrid Car of the Year 2023: Honda Civic
Affordable Hybrid Car of the Year 2023: Honda Civic
The Honda Civic is the 2023 Auto Express Affordable Hybrid Car of the Year, with the Dacia Jogger Hybrid and Toyota Yaris commended
Driver Power Award 2023: Citroen C4/e-C4
Driver Power Award 2023: Citroen C4/e-C4
The Citroen C4 and e-C4 are the winners of our 2023 Auto Express Driver Power Award
Mercedes A-Class review
Mercedes A-Class review
The Mercedes A-Class is a premium hatch that is full of quality, with great on-board technology and a range of frugal engines
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
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
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?
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
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
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
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
Ford Focus review
Ford Focus review
The Ford Focus is a great-handling family hatchback that matches its rivals on interior quality and cabin space
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
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
Peugeot 308 SW Hybrid: long-term test
Peugeot 308 SW Hybrid: long-term test
Final report: one issue can’t take the shine off the Peugeot 308 SW as an impressive family car
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Vauxhall Astra 1.2 Turbo: long-term test
Vauxhall Astra 1.2 Turbo: long-term test
Final report: a temperamental alarm doesn't dampen our impression of the new Vauxhall Astra hatch