Hatchback car reviews

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  • Ford Fiesta Hatchback (2017 - 2023) Review

    The eighth-generation Fiesta is compact, complete and competent

    Parkers rating: 4 out of 5 4.0
    Used price: £4,361 - £22,261

    PROS

    • Well-made
    • Generously equipped
    • Good to drive

    CONS

    • Getting pricier
    • Cheap interior plastics
    • Going out of production in 2023
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  • BMW 6-Series Gran Turismo (2017 - 2020) Review

    7 Series comfort, more luggage space than 5 Series Touring, less desirable than either

    Parkers rating: 3.5 out of 5 3.5
    Used price: £12,453 - £31,630

    PROS

    • Extremely comfortable and refined
    • Interior space comparable to 7 Series
    • More luggage space than 5 Series Touring
    • Better equipped than 5 Series

    CONS

    • Driving dynamics lack sparkle
    • More expensive than 5 Series Touring
    • Heavier than 7 Series and 5 Series Touring
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  • Kia Picanto Hatchback (2017 onwards) Review

    Kia’s smallest car has big style and kit

    Parkers rating: 4 out of 5 4.0
    New price: £13,510 - £16,440

    PROS

    • Well-equipped, well-made interior
    • Easy to drive
    • 1.0-litre turbo is an excellent junior hot hatch

    CONS

    • Basic engine needs working hard
    • Optional automatic is awful
    • Not as versatile as a larger car
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  • Kia Rio Hatchback (2017 - 2023) Review

    Capable, frugal Rio eclipsed by excellent rivals

    Parkers rating: 3 out of 5 3.0
    Used price: £4,545 - £22,344

    PROS

    • Seven-year warranty
    • Practical, solid interior
    • Plenty of standard kit

    CONS

    • A bit dull to drive
    • Not cheap enough
    • Doesn’t stand out 
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  • Honda Civic Hatchback (2017 - 2022) Review

    Spacious and good to drive, but not as reliable as you might think

    Parkers rating: 3.6 out of 5 3.6
    Used price: £5,730 - £20,130

    PROS

    • Good to drive
    • Spacious interior
    • Eye-catching appearance

    CONS

    • Lower and harder to get into than some rivals
    • Refinement could be better
    • Some serious reliability concerns
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  • Hyundai i30 Hatchback (2017 onwards) Review

    Grown-up family hatch is packed with equipment

    Parkers rating: 3.5 out of 5 3.5
    New price: £22,500 - £27,610

    PROS

    • Low running costs on most models
    • Lots of driver assistance technology
    • Bright and simple infotainment screen

    CONS

    • Standard models aren’t that entertaining
    • Rear seats are cramped for taller passengers
    • Entry-level cars have drab interiors
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  • Nissan Micra Hatchback (2017 onwards) Review

    The Micra is back on form with sharp looks and lots of kit

    Parkers rating: 4 out of 5 4.0
    New price: £12,605 - £22,805

    PROS

    • Edgy design inside and out
    • Competitively low emissions
    • Sense of fun, modernity

    CONS

    • Cramped rear headroom
    • Poor over-shoulder visibility
    • Not the most economical, with hybrid version lacking
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  • Suzuki Ignis SUV (2017 onwards) Review

    Cheerful micro-SUV offers low-cost city motoring

    Parkers rating: 3.6 out of 5 3.6
    New price: £17,739 - £19,739

    PROS

    • Cheap to buy and run
    • Unique hybrid and 4WD offerings
    • Fun to drive in the city

    CONS

    • Safety kit lacking
    • High insurance grouping
    • Struggles on motorways
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  • Citroën C3 (2017 onwards) Review

    French Fiesta fighter is a quirky and appealing alternative

    Parkers rating: 3.1 out of 5 3.1
    New price: £13,785 - £21,960

    PROS

    • Quirky styling stands out
    • Personalisation options
    • Comfortable ride and interior

    CONS

    • Touchscreen is distracting to use
    • Jerky auto gearbox
    • Cramped rear seat space
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