Family hatchbacks
New Peugeot 308 gets £25,270 price tag
New Peugeot 308 gets £25,270 price tag
Two plug-in hybrid options and a hi-tech interior for the Peugeot 308 as the brand looks to take on prestige brands
Fiat Tipo hatchback review
Fiat Tipo hatchback review
“If you’re after a small family hatchback that’s strong on value, practicality and standard equipment, then the Fiat Tipo could well be for you”
2022 Renault Megane E-Tech Electric: UK prices, specs and release date
2022 Renault Megane E-Tech Electric: UK prices, specs and release date
The new electric Renault Megane crossover comes in three trim levels and a maximum range of 280 miles
Peugeot 308 hatchback review
Peugeot 308 hatchback review
"The Peugeot 308 is a comfortable, stylish family hatchback with a great interior but it’s not the most practical”
MINI 5-door hatchback review
MINI 5-door hatchback review
"The MINI hatchback is also available with five doors, making it much more practical for families, while still being fun to drive"
Top 10 best hybrid family cars 2022
Top 10 best hybrid family cars 2022
Need a practical car with very low running costs? Read our guide to the best hybrid family cars
Audi A3 Sportback hatchback review
Audi A3 Sportback hatchback review
"The striking Audi A3 Sportback now has the technology it needs to compete with rivals"
Skoda Octavia hatchback review
Skoda Octavia hatchback review
"The Skoda Octavia hatchback is more spacious, efficient and handsome than ever"
Cupra Born hatchback review
Cupra Born hatchback review
"The Cupra Born is effectively a sportier, more distinctive version of the Volkswagen ID.3"
BMW 1 Series hatchback review
BMW 1 Series hatchback review
"The BMW 1 Series offers comfort, luxury and driving enjoyment in a practical hatchback shape"
SEAT Leon hatchback review
SEAT Leon hatchback review
"New technology narrows the gap between the SEAT Leon and the latest VW Golf"
DS 4 hatchback review
DS 4 hatchback review
“The DS 4 is an upmarket hatchback to rival the Mercedes A-Class and is the brand’s most convincing model yet"
New Peugeot 308 vs Ford Focus vs Volkswagen Golf: which should you buy?
New Peugeot 308 vs Ford Focus vs Volkswagen Golf: which should you buy?
All three of these family hatchbacks are well-accomplished cars, but which one is the best fit for you?
New 2022 Honda Civic Type R takes the lap record at Suzuka Circuit during final testing
New 2022 Honda Civic Type R takes the lap record at Suzuka Circuit during final testing
New images show the next Civic Type R being tested at the Suzuka circuit in Japan
New Cupra Born: line-up broadened with faster e-Boost versions
New Cupra Born: line-up broadened with faster e-Boost versions
The electric Cupra Born is now on sale; prices start at £34,715
New Honda Civic on sale from autumn 2022
New Honda Civic on sale from autumn 2022
Eleventh-generation Honda Civic will be powered by a 181bhp 2.0-litre hybrid engine
Polestar 2 hatchback review
Polestar 2 hatchback review
"The Polestar 2 is available with plenty of range and performance, has one of the best infotainment systems in the business and feels solidly built, m…
Skoda Octavia vRS hatchback review
Skoda Octavia vRS hatchback review
"The Skoda Octavia vRS is one of the most practical and usable hot hatchbacks around"
Volkswagen ID.3 hatchback review
Volkswagen ID.3 hatchback review
"The Volkswagen ID.3 is essentially a futuristic, electric version of the the Golf, and VW hopes it will prove just as popular"
Ford Focus hatchback review
Ford Focus hatchback review
“The Ford Focus is as great to drive as ever, plus it’s spacious, well-equipped and comfortable”
Citroen C4 hatchback review
Citroen C4 hatchback review
"The Citroen C4 is a comfortable family hatchback with modern, fashionable styling"
Nissan Leaf hatchback review
Nissan Leaf hatchback review
“Now in its second generation, the Nissan Leaf is a clever EV with an impressive driving range, useful technology and plenty of space. It broadens the…
Mercedes A-Class hatchback review
Mercedes A-Class hatchback review
"Hi-tech, well built, stylish and as comfortable and luxurious as it should be: the Mercedes A-Class is a great premium hatchback"
Toyota Corolla hatchback review
Toyota Corolla hatchback review
"The Toyota Corolla feels like the right car at the right time, especially in hybrid guise. It's efficient, well-equipped and relaxing"
Vauxhall Astra hatchback review
Vauxhall Astra hatchback review
“The latest Vauxhall Astra gets a striking look and the latest tech to better compete with rivals”
MINI launches new special-edition trim levels for entire range
MINI launches new special-edition trim levels for entire range
The Resolute, Untold and Untamed trims bring a host of contrasting styling accents to the MINI lineup
Kia Ceed hatchback review
Kia Ceed hatchback review
The Kia Ceed hatchback takes on the establishment and gets close to causing an upset, offering more space and fun than before
Honda Civic hatchback review (2015-2022)
Honda Civic hatchback review (2015-2022)
“The latest Honda Civic is a real departure, with unique styling in the family hatchback class and lots of desirable talents”
Top 10 best family cars 2022
Top 10 best family cars 2022
The 10 best family cars you can buy in 2022 all offer space, comfort and plenty of technology
Hyundai i30 hatchback review
Hyundai i30 hatchback review
"The Hyundai i30 is comfortable enough for long motorway drives and loaded with safety kit, making it easy to overlook its weaker points"
Citroen e-C4 hatchback review
Citroen e-C4 hatchback review
"The Citroen e-C4 hatchback is a stylish electric car that's safe, practical and comfortable"
New Peugeot 308 to get fully electric e-308 version
New Peugeot 308 to get fully electric e-308 version
Electric Peugeot e-308 will bring a range of roughly 250 miles
Citroen e-C4 gains cheaper trim levels for 2022
Citroen e-C4 gains cheaper trim levels for 2022
New ‘Sense’ trim level replaces ‘Sense Plus’ and is nearly £5,000 cheaper
Volkswagen Golf hatchback review
Volkswagen Golf hatchback review
"The eighth-generation Volkswagen Golf improves incrementally on the old one in most areas and has a smart new interior"
Renault Megane hatchback review (2016-2022)
Renault Megane hatchback review (2016-2022)
"Smart looks, an impressive infotainment system and plug-in hybrid power aren’t enough to make the Renault Megane stand out from rivals"