Family hatchbacks
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
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
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 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
Used Honda Civic review
Used Honda Civic review
A full used buyer's guide on the Honda Civic covering the Civic Mk10 (2017-date), Civic Mk9 (2011-2015) and Civic Mk8 (2005-2011)
Skoda Octavia 1.5 TSI: long-term test
Skoda Octavia 1.5 TSI: long-term test
Second report: Skoda Octavia is now a permanent fixture for our man
New Mazda 3 e-SkyActiv X 2021 review
New Mazda 3 e-SkyActiv X 2021 review
The stylish Mazda 3 e-SkyActiv X hatchback joins the electrification party with a 2.0-litre mild-hybrid engine
Icon Review: Ford Focus Mk1 (1998 - 2004) 
Icon Review: Ford Focus Mk1 (1998 - 2004)
The second instalment of our Icon Review series features one of the best all-round cars ever made - the Mk1 Ford Focus
New 2021 Fiat Tipo City Sport launched
New 2021 Fiat Tipo City Sport launched
Fiat has given the Tipo hatchback a few cosmetic tweaks and branded it with a fresh “City Sport” trim-level
SEAT Leon hatchback and estate get new engine options for 2021
SEAT Leon hatchback and estate get new engine options for 2021
The SEAT Leon range has been bolstered for 2021 with the addition of new petrol and diesel engine choices
New Volkswagen Golf GTD 2021 review
New Volkswagen Golf GTD 2021 review
The new Volkswagen Golf GTD is fast and fun, promising 198bhp and 54mpg
New MINI Electric Level 2: long-term test review
New MINI Electric Level 2: long-term test review
Final report: Did a limited range mar life with the MINI Electric?
New Audi A3 40 TFSI e 2021 review
New Audi A3 40 TFSI e 2021 review
Is the Audi A3 40 TFSI e plug-in hybrid the best variant of the premium hatch?
New Skoda Scala 1.5 TSI DSG 2021 review
New Skoda Scala 1.5 TSI DSG 2021 review
We try the Skoda Scala DSG to see if a new automatic gearbox can improve the Czech family hatch
Hyundai i30 vs Volkswagen Golf
Hyundai i30 vs Volkswagen Golf
Can the updated Hyundai i30 provide tough competition for the latest Volkswagen Golf?
New Renault Megane 2021 review
New Renault Megane 2021 review
The revised Renault Megane hatch tries to catch up with its rivals
Mazda 3 Skyactiv-X: long-term test review
Mazda 3 Skyactiv-X: long-term test review
Final report: the Mazda 3 may not have been perfect, but we’ll miss our good-looking family hatch
Used Fiat Tipo review
Used Fiat Tipo review
A full used buyer’s guide on the Fiat Tipo covering the Tipo Mk2 (2016-date)
New Citroen C4 2020 review
New Citroen C4 2020 review
The all-new Citroen C4 rivals the VW Golf and Ford Focus, but how does it compare?
Skoda Scala range expanded with new engines
Skoda Scala range expanded with new engines
The fleet-focussed Skoda Scala SE Technology gets a couple of new powertrain options, which have slashed its starting price to £18,625
Facelifted Fiat Tipo hatchback on sale now priced from £17,690
Facelifted Fiat Tipo hatchback on sale now priced from £17,690
The updated Fiat Tipo hatchback will hit the UK market later this month sporting a few cosmetic tweaks and a new SUV-inspired Cross trim-level