Hatchback car reviews

Looking for a new hatchback car? Search through our thousands of car reviews to find out which hatchback would suit you best. 

Browse through our hatchback reviews and find out why a hatchback is many different things all in one car. You can buy a fast hatchback that’s still really practical as a family car, and a hot hatchback is great fun to drive. 

Whether you want a hatchback manual or hatchback automatic car, we have loads of hot hatches and hatchback cars reviewed by our experts to help you make the right decision over which car to buy. 

Read our hatchback reviews, including full performance figures, running costs, practicality, safety and handling statistics and options data. Browse photo galleries and research into potential problems using thousands of owners' reviews.

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  • Audi A3 Sportback (2013 - 2020) Review

    Audi's compact hatch is classy and refined

    Parkers rating: 4.2 out of 5 4.2
    Used price: £3,358 - £34,270

    PROS

    • Wide range of excellent engines available
    • Good to drive with smooth ride on most models
    • Practical and roomy interior, plus excellent quality
    • Fast and luxurious Audi RS 3 Sportback available

    CONS

    • Higher-spec models can be pricey, as can options
    • Some features feel dated next to rivals
    • S Line models have a firm ride
    • A3 Saloon arguably more stylish
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  • Mercedes-Benz A-Class (2013 - 2018) Review

    Premium image but reliability and quality let it down

    Parkers rating: 3.2 out of 5 3.2
    Used price: £3,175 - £18,074

    PROS

    • Rakish, sporty styling
    • Low-emission diesel option
    • Stunning A45 performance

    CONS

    • Expensive to buy
    • Not that exciting to drive
    • Servicing expensive
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  • Kia Ceed GT (2013 - 2018) Review

    Parkers rating: 3 out of 5 3.0
    Used price: £3,218 - £9,329

    PROS

    • Sporty looks
    • Practical features
    • Good kit levels
    • Seven-year transferable warranty

    CONS

    • Lacks character
    • Off the pace of rivals

     

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  • Volkswagen Golf GTI (2013 - 2017) Review

    Previous generation Golf GTI still stacks up today

    Parkers rating: 4.8 out of 5 4.8
    Used price: £5,578 - £19,598

    PROS

    • Iconic hot hatch
    • Volkswagen build quality
    • Everyday usability
    • Performance

    CONS

    • Evolutionary looks
    • Some rivals sharper
    • Rather overshadowed by Golf R
    • Expensive compared with rivals
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  • Volkswagen Golf Hatchback (2013 - 2020) Review

    One of the very best used cars you can buy

    Parkers rating: 4.5 out of 5 4.5
    Used price: £2,478 - £27,050

    PROS

    • Spacious and high-quality interior
    • Large range of engines available
    • GTI and R provide thrills

    CONS

    • Styling is a little dull on some models
    • Optional extras can be pricey
    • Growing range of strong competition
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  • BMW i3 (2013 - 2022) Review

    Small electric car is aging gracefully, remaining modern in many ways

    Parkers rating: 3.8 out of 5 3.8
    Used price: £2,887 - £18,418

    PROS

    • Futuristic style
    • Smooth, electric drive
    • Excellent acceleration
    • Tight turning circle

    CONS

    • Expensive to buy
    • Small boot
    • Lack of space in the back seats
    • Uncomfortable ride
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  • SEAT Leon SC (2013 - 2018) Review

    Parkers rating: 4.5 out of 5 4.5
    Used price: £2,204 - £13,562

    PROS

    • Sleeker looks than regular Leon
    • Quality interior
    • Nice to drive

    CONS

    • Overly light steering
    • Slightly less space than the five-door Leon
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