Family hatchbacks
Final British-built Vauxhall Astra rolls off Ellesmere Port production line
Final British-built Vauxhall Astra rolls off Ellesmere Port production line
Vauxhall’s Wirral-based factory has built its last Astra, as the facility prepares for an EV future
Citroen C4 vs Kia XCeed: 2022 twin test review
Citroen C4 vs Kia XCeed: 2022 twin test review
We find out which high-riding crossover hatchback is best
New Ford Focus 2022 review
New Ford Focus 2022 review
Mid-life update aims to keep the Ford Focus family hatch at the front of the pack
MINI stops production in Oxford until 18 March
MINI stops production in Oxford until 18 March
Semiconductor shortage and war in Ukraine cited as reasons for plant closure
New Citroen C4 PureTech 155 2022 review
New Citroen C4 PureTech 155 2022 review
The range-topping petrol Citroen C4 family hatch gets extra firepower
New 2022 Nissan Leaf model refresh revealed 
New 2022 Nissan Leaf model refresh revealed
Nissan Leaf updated with new colours, wheels and goes on sale in March
New Vauxhall Astra PHEV 2022 review
New Vauxhall Astra PHEV 2022 review
The latest version of the big-selling Vauxhall Astra hatch stands out from its rivals in plug-in hybrid form
Used Nissan Leaf (Mk1, 2011-2018) review
Used Nissan Leaf (Mk1, 2011-2018) review
The pioneering Nissan Leaf brings EV motoring to the masses, although this early electric adopter isn't without its flaws
New DS 3 Crossback Louvre special edition unveiled
New DS 3 Crossback Louvre special edition unveiled
Special edition DS 3 Crossback Louvre gets pure-electric or petrol power with unique art-inspired design touches
Used Volkswagen Golf (Mk7, 2013-2019) review
Used Volkswagen Golf (Mk7, 2013-2019) review
An impressive all-rounder, the evergreen VW Golf is a family hatchback that blends upmarket premium appeal with everyday practicality and affordable r…
Used Mercedes A-Class (Mk4, 2018-date) review
Used Mercedes A-Class (Mk4, 2018-date) review
A full guide to buying a used Mk4 Mercedes A-Class
Showdown: the best car group test reviews 2021
Showdown: the best car group test reviews 2021
Every month we perform a series of car group tests - these were the best ones of 2021
Volkswagen to roll out faster charging update for ID.3 and ID.4
Volkswagen to roll out faster charging update for ID.3 and ID.4
Volkswagen’s electric hatch and SUV will have their maximum charge rate increased in “near future” via over-the-air update
New Kia Ceed 1.0 T-GDi 2 2022 review
New Kia Ceed 1.0 T-GDi 2 2022 review
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?
Used Mercedes CLA (Mk1, 2013-2019) review
Used Mercedes CLA (Mk1, 2013-2019) review
The Mercedes CLA is a sharp-looking four-door variant of the A-Class, and rivals the Audi A3 Saloon
Toyota launches suite of updates for 2022 Corolla and C-HR
Toyota launches suite of updates for 2022 Corolla and C-HR
Toyota Corolla and C-HR gain a new infotainment system, some extra paint options and fresh trim
New 2022 Audi A3 Citycarver spied during development testing
New 2022 Audi A3 Citycarver spied during development testing
Audi will soon unveil its high-riding A3 Citycarver hatchback, to plug the gap between the Q2 and Q3 SUVs
Ford Focus ST Edition vs Volkswagen Golf GTI: 2021 group test review
Ford Focus ST Edition vs Volkswagen Golf GTI: 2021 group test review
The Ford Focus ST and Volkswagen Golf GTI have been close rivals over multiple generations, can we separate the latest iterations?
New 2022 Vauxhall Astra on sale now from £23,275
New 2022 Vauxhall Astra on sale now from £23,275
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
Used Ford Focus (Mk3, 2011-2018) review
Used Ford Focus (Mk3, 2011-2018) review
One of the best all-rounders in the competitive family hatchback sector, the Ford Focus is also brilliant to drive
Kia celebrates 30th anniversary in Britain
Kia celebrates 30th anniversary in Britain
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…
MINI introduces Shadow Edition trim to Hatch and Convertible line-up
MINI introduces Shadow Edition trim to Hatch and Convertible line-up
Dark exterior touches and additional kit for new Shadow Edition trim now available across MINI Hatch and Convertible line-up
Used Audi A3 (Mk3, 2012-2020) review
Used Audi A3 (Mk3, 2012-2020) review
The Audi A3 is a popular premium hatch that’s efficient, good to drive and has a classy feel
BMW M135i xDrive updated for 2022 with chassis tweaks
BMW M135i xDrive updated for 2022 with chassis tweaks
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
Used BMW 1 Series (Mk2, 2011-2019) review
Used BMW 1 Series (Mk2, 2011-2019) review
The Mk2 BMW 1 Series is not the roomiest small hatchback, but fun handling and efficient running make up for it
New 2021 Kia Ceed facelift on sale from £20,105
New 2021 Kia Ceed facelift on sale from £20,105
Order books are now open for the refreshed Kia Ceed, which arrives with sportier styling, more driver assistance technology and a revised engine range
New Ford Focus unveiled with 2021 facelift and tech updates
New Ford Focus unveiled with 2021 facelift and tech updates
Ford has given the Focus hatchback a refresh for 2021, with a new design and an improved infotainment suite
New 2021 DS 4 hatchback on sale now from £25,350
New 2021 DS 4 hatchback on sale now from £25,350
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
New DS 4 2021 review
New DS 4 2021 review
The upmarket French brand is aiming to ruffle a few feathers in the premium hatch class with its new DS 4
SEAT Leon e-Hybrid: long-term test review
SEAT Leon e-Hybrid: long-term test review
Final report: Staycation displays our hybrid hatch’s strengths perfectly
New Ford Focus vs used Mercedes A-Class
New Ford Focus vs used Mercedes A-Class
Can a used Mercedes A-Class beat a new Ford Focus?
Used SEAT Toledo review
Used SEAT Toledo review
A full used buyer’s guide on the SEAT Toledo covering the Toledo Mk4 (2012-2019)
New 2022 Ford Fiesta unveiled with fresh looks and tech boost
New 2022 Ford Fiesta unveiled with fresh looks and tech boost
Ford updates its Fiesta supermini for 2022, with a new family face and extra interior technology
New Renault Megane E-Tech PHEV 2021 review
New Renault Megane E-Tech PHEV 2021 review
The plug-in hybrid Renault Megane E-Tech hatch joins the estate as the model progresses towards full-EV capability
New Kia Ceed 2021 review
New Kia Ceed 2021 review
The popular Kia Ceed has been updated for 2021, but is it now better than ever? We find out...
New Renault Megane E-Tech PHEV on sale from £29,495
New Renault Megane E-Tech PHEV on sale from £29,495
The new Renault Megane PHEV claims fuel economy of up to 235.4mpg and a maximum electric range of 30 miles