Hot hatches
Volkswagen ID.3 GTX set to join the range in 2023

Volkswagen ID.3 GTX set to join the range in 2023
The electric hot hatchback will get dual motors and is set to be introduced during the ID.3’s mid-life update next year.
Abarth 695 Tributo 131 Rally special edition storms in

Abarth 695 Tributo 131 Rally special edition storms in
Abarth reveals new rally-inspired version of 695 with a rugged look and performance upgrades
New Hyundai i30 N Drive-N limited edition arrives

New Hyundai i30 N Drive-N limited edition arrives
This special version of Hyundai’s larger hot hatch gets bronze accents, with only 75 coming to the UK
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
Toyota GR Corolla hot hatch gets 295bhp and a manual gearbox

Toyota GR Corolla hot hatch gets 295bhp and a manual gearbox
New range-topping sporty Corolla has finally been revealed, but it’s not coming to the UK
Toyota GR Yaris set to gain an automatic gearbox option

Toyota GR Yaris set to gain an automatic gearbox option
An automatic gearbox-equipped GR Yaris has competed in a Japanese rally challenge, and the transmission could be made available on the road car
2022 Abarth 595 and 695 hot hatches updated

2022 Abarth 595 and 695 hot hatches updated
Abarth version of Fiat 500 is now available in two power outputs and with a tweaked specification list
VW Golf R vs Audi S3 vs BMW M135i: which should you buy?

VW Golf R vs Audi S3 vs BMW M135i: which should you buy?
These hot hatches are very well-matched on paper, but should you pick the Volkswagen, Audi or BMW?
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
The UK's top 10 fastest hot hatchbacks 2022

The UK's top 10 fastest hot hatchbacks 2022
While hatchbacks might normally be used for trips to the shops, the hot hatch power war has resulted in the fastest models being quicker than most spo…
Top 3 used hot hatchbacks for £10,000

Top 3 used hot hatchbacks for £10,000
Dear Carbuyer, I want to swap my supermini for a similarly sized hot hatch. What can I get for £10,000?
Facelifted Volkswagen Polo GTI starts from £26,430

Facelifted Volkswagen Polo GTI starts from £26,430
The latest version of VW’s sporty supermini is now on sale in the UK, packing plenty of power and tech
Top 10 best hot hatchbacks 2022

Top 10 best hot hatchbacks 2022
The best hot hatchbacks offer sports car thrills and performance with everyday usability and practicality for a reasonable price.
All-new 395bhp Audi RS 3 gets starting price of £50,900

All-new 395bhp Audi RS 3 gets starting price of £50,900
The 2021 Audi RS 3 hot hatchback gets aggressive styling and upgraded technology to take on the Mercedes-AMG A45 S
Updated Renault Megane is plug-in hybrid only

Updated Renault Megane is plug-in hybrid only
Renault Megane range gets the latest interior tech, tweaked trim levels and E-Tech plug-in hybrid powertrain
New limited-edition Abarth 695 Esseesse unveiled 

New limited-edition Abarth 695 Esseesse unveiled
Range-topping version of Abarth’s 695 becomes fastest version available
Hot Hyundai i20 N on sale now for £24,995

Hot Hyundai i20 N on sale now for £24,995
Hyundai's latest hot supermini looks to rival the acclaimed Ford Fiesta ST
Hyundai considers new electric Ioniq 5 N performance car 

Hyundai considers new electric Ioniq 5 N performance car
Hyundai’s N range could be expanded with a hot version of the Ioniq 5 crossover