Hatchback car reviews

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  • MINI Hatchback (2014 - 2024) Review

    Stylish hatchback is rewarding to own and drive

    Parkers rating: 3.6 out of 5 3.6
    Used price: £2,187 - £31,220

    PROS

    • All models are great fun to drive
    • Lots of tech and a high-quality cabin
    • Engines impressive across the range

    CONS

    • Optional extras and high trims pricey
    • Boot and rear seat space is cramped
    • Ride firm especially on larger wheels
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  • SEAT Leon Cupra (2014 - 2016) Review

    Parkers rating: 4.5 out of 5 4.5
    Used price: £4,819 - £13,182

    PROS

    • Most powerful new Leons yet
    • Two turbocharged petrol engines
    • Visual modifications to stand out

    CONS

    • Cupra 280 offers little extra speed
    • Some interior plastics bit brittle
    • Could look more exciting
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  • Ford Mondeo Hatchback (2014 - 2022) Review

    The Mondeo is a large, comfortable and refined family car

    Parkers rating: 3.8 out of 5 3.8
    Used price: £2,801 - £26,063

    PROS

    • Comfortable and spacious interior
    • Economical diesel engines
    • Excellent motorway refinement

    CONS

    • Pricey high-spec models
    • Not the sharpest drive
    • Rear visibility is limited
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  • Kia Soul (2014 - 2019) Review

    Parkers rating: 4 out of 5 4.0
    Used price: £3,023 - £13,785

    PROS

    • Distinctive looks
    • Spacious, attractive interior
    • Quiet diesel engine
    • Electric version available

    CONS

    • Small boot, reduced on EV
    • Thirsty petrol engine
    • Too niche for some
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  • Renault Twingo (2014 - 2019) Review

    Parkers rating: 4.5 out of 5 4.5
    Used price: £1,383 - £6,294

    PROS

    • Good looks and spacious interior
    • Wide range of customisation packs
    • Exceptionally manoeuvrable
    • Handles well out of the city

    CONS

    • Rear-engine layout may put off buyers
    • Boot space in four-seat mode is tight
    • Servicing costs likely to be higher
    • May disappoint enthusiastic drivers
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  • Volkswagen e-Up Hatchback (2014 - 2022) Review

    Appealing electric city car now has a longer range

    Parkers rating: 4.5 out of 5 4.5
    Used price: £2,629 - £11,450

    PROS

    • Genuinely usable electric range
    • Practical, functional interior
    • An absolute doddle to drive

    CONS

    • List price looks expensive
    • Practicality limited by four seats
    • Not the best EV on longer journeys
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  • Mazda 3 Hatchback (2013 - 2019) Review

    Mazda's Ford Focus-fighter looks distinctive, is great to drive

    Parkers rating: 3.8 out of 5 3.8
    Used price: £1,625 - £14,707

    PROS

    • Distinctive looks
    • Economical petrol engines
    • Good to drive

    CONS

    • Interior feels a little dated
    • Rivals more practical
    • Lacks some sparkle
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  • BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo (2013 - 2020) Review

    Parkers rating: 4 out of 5 4.0
    Used price: £3,531 - £22,628

    PROS

    • More boot space than a 3 Series Touring
    • Distinctive looks
    • Fantastic interior space

    CONS

    • Those distinctive looks will not be to everyone’s taste
    • Not as fun to drive as a 3 Series saloon or Touring
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  • BMW 4-Series Coupe (2013 - 2020) Review

    The benchmark four-seat sports coupe

    Parkers rating: 4.2 out of 5 4.2
    Used price: £3,844 - £46,316

    PROS

    • Broad engine range
    • Great all-rounder diesels
    • Sharp, sporting looks
    • Ballistic M4 Coupe

    CONS

    • Limited practicality
    • Firm ride in M Sport models
    • Lacklustre four-cylinder engines
    • More expensive than 3 Series
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