Hot hatches

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…

The best hot hatchbacks offer sports car thrills and performance with everyday usability and practicality for a reasonable price.

The all-new Honda Type R will have more power and a completely new look

The 2021 Audi RS 3 hot hatchback gets aggressive styling and upgraded technology to take on the Mercedes-AMG A45 S

Renault Megane range gets the latest interior tech, tweaked trim levels and E-Tech plug-in hybrid powertrain

Range-topping version of Abarth’s 695 becomes fastest version available

The updated VW Polo GTI hot hatch gets a 204bhp engine, updated chassis and new technology

Hyundai's latest hot supermini looks to rival the acclaimed Ford Fiesta ST

The electric Cupra Born goes on sale next year with a choice of three powertrains

Hyundai’s N range could be expanded with a hot version of the Ioniq 5 crossover

New Cupra Leon gets familiar 2.0-litre engine from the VW Golf GTI; prices start from £31,460

How does the new VW Golf GTD compare to Ford’s diesel-powered ST?

Updated Hyundai i30 N range gets styling refresh and a new automatic gearbox

The MINI John Cooper Works has been given a makeover that includes styling tweaks and extra tech

How does the new Mk8 Golf GTI compare with the previous model?

Limited-edition Golf GTI Clubsport 45 expected to cost around £40,000 and will be on sale shortly

Corsa hot hatch is returning in 2022 as an electric rival to the Ford Fiesta ST

Powerful Skoda Octavia vRS gets sporty looks and a vRS iv plug-in hybrid option for the first time

Hardcore Golf GTI Clubsport is track-focused and has extra power

New 316bhp Volkswagen Golf R hot hatch is on sale now

New Mk8 Volkswagen Golf GTI is available to order now, starting from £33,460

New Fiesta ST Edition has adjustable suspension and is aimed at enthusiasts

New Ford Puma ST has 197bhp and sprints from 0-62mph in 6.7 seconds

Three variants now on sale but Honda Civic Type R Limited Edition has sold out

Audi S3 Sportback and Saloon get four-wheel-drive and a 4.8-second 0-62mph time