Hatchbacks

With Ford killing the Focus, there’s space in the market for a semi-premium family hatch to take on the Volkswagen Golf. Kia hopes to fill it with the…

The Mk8.5 Volkswagen Golf is a better offering than the original, but it’s still not quite the no-brainer the model once was

Today's Peugeot supermini is a very different beast to those that came before; it’s clever, stylish and hides a sweet chassis that’s clawing to get ou…

Small affordable(ish) cars aren't finished just yet, despite the likes of Ford and Vauxhall walking away from this vital sector, which is why Seat sti…

The fifth-gen Toyota Prius looks smarter than before, and it’s miles better than its predecessors to drive – you could almost call it fun…

The Audi A3 was the first truly premium hatchback to hit the market, but new competition has diluted its appeal

The revived Renault 4 hopes to continue the success of its smaller 5 sibling, and on first impressions it seems well placed to do just that

The Ford Focus goes out of production in November 2025. Will we miss the car itself, or just the name it wears?

Stylish, content heavy and good enough to drive, the 308 delivers on its remit, but it’s a thrill-free zone

Mazda’s innovation has never been more apparent – the Mazda 3 is flawed but brilliant, and the type of ‘normal’ car we need

New styling, interior tech and powertrain options all come as part of the new F70 1-series package, making it a worthy alternative to its closest Germ…

The Corolla continues to offer honest, no-frills motoring – just don't expect much in the way of fun

Scala surprises little, but is a serious upgrade on the Rapid that went before. But thrilling? No.

An uncomplicated everyday car that drives well and does everything you could reasonably expect

Now in its fourth generation, the Mercedes A-class is unrecognisable from the car that kicked things off two decades ago.

Before Vauxhall benefits from Peugeot’s latest know-how, the Insignia soldiers to remind us of a time we have probably all forgotten

Regularly Britain’s most popular car, it also happened to be one of its most accessible driver’s cars

An impressive spread of abilities was always on the call sheet, but the balanced chassis and impressive calibration take the package further

The Volkswagen Golf defines the family hatchback class, for good reason

Composed, comfortable and quick, but the 2-series Gran Coupe is short on dynamic flair

Mercedes’ four-door CLA Coupe does little wrong, but its uncompetitive pricing means external and internal rivals leave it redundant

Some might suggest the UK is falling out of love with family hatchbacks, but the Focus EcoBoost is a good reminder of why it remains a compelling pack…