Top 3 used small hot hatches for £8.500 - pictures

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

We look at the best cheap cars on the market that offer spectacular value for money, proving that you really can spend a little but get a lot.

"Fast and fun yet practical and economical, the latest Ford Fiesta ST is as great a hot hatch as ever"

"Fast and fun yet practical and economical, the latest Ford Fiesta ST is as great a hot hatch as ever"

Sports cars deliver superb thrills, but they don’t have to cost a fortune. We’ve listed the best cheap sports cars that shouldn’t break the bank.

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

Ford Fiesta Zetec is big on value and driving fun. 1.0-litre EcoBoost petrol engine brings 60mpg, too

Performance-focused Ford Puma ST will use same 197bhp engine as Fiesta ST and cost around £27,000