Family hatchbacks
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
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: 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
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.
Honda Civic Type R (2022-2025) review
Honda Civic Type R (2022-2025) review
The Honda Civic Type R is one of the greatest hot hatchbacks of the modern era, but its eye-watering price tag is hard to ignore
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
New Volkswagen ID.3 Match 2025 review: attractive price boosts EV’s appeal
New Volkswagen ID.3 Match 2025 review: attractive price boosts EV’s appeal
The value-focused Volkswagen ID.3 Match performs well and is easy to live with
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
Audi S3 review
Audi S3 review
Revisions to the Audi S3 bring subtle changes to the brand’s long-running sporty nameplate
New Skoda Superb SportLine on sale now, and yes, you can get it as an estate
New Skoda Superb SportLine on sale now, and yes, you can get it as an estate
Petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid versions of the Superb are now available in SportLine trim, with prices starting from £42,290
DS No4 getting ready to replace DS 4 this year
DS No4 getting ready to replace DS 4 this year
The No4 will join the recently revealed No8 in French brand’s new-look line up
New Kia Ceed K4 GT-Line Turbo saloon review: family hatch is bigger and bolder than ever
New Kia Ceed K4 GT-Line Turbo saloon review: family hatch is bigger and bolder than ever
The Kia K4 will eventually become the new Ceed in the UK, and it’s taking a big step upmarket
Volkswagen Golf moves to Mexico, as German giant sheds 35,000 jobs
Volkswagen Golf moves to Mexico, as German giant sheds 35,000 jobs
Huge restructuring also sees VW slash domestic capacity by 750,000 cars
Slowest cars on sale now
Slowest cars on sale now
Sometimes it’s good to sit back and enjoy the journey, and the cars on our list of the slowest-accelerating new models give you plenty of time for tha…
Stellantis hedges bets on new ‘multi energy’ STLA Small platform with EV or hybrid power
Stellantis hedges bets on new ‘multi energy’ STLA Small platform with EV or hybrid power
Next generation of Stellantis small cars will feature hybrid and fully electric powertrains
Volkswagen Golf appeal boosted with new hybrid and diesel engine options
Volkswagen Golf appeal boosted with new hybrid and diesel engine options
The popular Volkswagen Golf Black Edition and Match get new powertrain choices
New powertrains now available for BMW 1 Series, 5 Series Touring in MY2025 update
New powertrains now available for BMW 1 Series, 5 Series Touring in MY2025 update
Mid-spec all-wheel drive 123 xDrive, plus 520 and M550e Tourings join the range, adding new ICE-powered options
Tesla Model 2: Robotaxi takes entry-level model’s place
Tesla Model 2: Robotaxi takes entry-level model’s place
Tesla has backtracked on the Model 2 with the fully-autonomous Robotaxi coming instead
Toyota Aygo X JBL city car goes big on audio 
Toyota Aygo X JBL city car goes big on audio
JBL has developed a powerful new sound system specifically for the Aygo X