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.
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Hatchback car reviews
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SEAT Toledo (2013 - 2019) Review
Used price: £1,098 - £8,503Read full reviewPROS
Useful 550 litre bootspace, green Ecomotive engines, affordable purchase price
CONS
Resale values won't be strong, restricted middle rear seat, not as composed as VW Golf or Ford Focus, interior plastics could be better
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Volvo V40 Cross Country (2013 - 2019) Review
Used price: £2,179 - £15,003Read full reviewPROS
- Low CO2 and excellent fuel economy
- Available in four-wheel drive and two-wheel drive
CONS
- Only the flagship model comes with all-wheel drive
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Peugeot 208 Hatchback (2012 - 2019) Review
Attractively styled and well-equipped, but not the most reliable
Used price: £578 - £10,312Read full reviewPROS
- Stylish looks and interior
- Comfortable around town
- Low emissions
- Search for used Peugeot 208 Mk1 cars for sale
CONS
- Automated ETG transmission is jerky
- Stingy entry level model
- Unsettled ride
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Peugeot 208 GTi (2012 - 2018) Review
Used price: £1,561 - £7,419Read full reviewPROS
- Legendary badge returns
- Superb ride quality
- Composed handling
- 30th Edition great fun
CONS
- Standard GTi too soft for some
- Subtle looks with fussy detailing
- Driving position not universally liked
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Audi A3 Hatchback (2012 - 2018) Review
Used car leader in terms of image and quality
Used price: £2,477 - £21,372Read full reviewPROS
- Badge and brand appeal
- Strong residual values
- Wide range of trim and engines
CONS
- Expensive parts for a small hatchback
- BMW 1 Series has better steering
- Harsh S Line suspension
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Vauxhall Adam (2012 - 2019) Review
Too compromised to be a genuine MINI alternative
Used price: £1,547 - £7,613Read full reviewPROS
- Youthful appeal
- Tons of personalisation options
- Broad range of petrol engines
CONS
- Not particularly frugal or cheap to tax
- Rivals are more fun to drive
- Just about to go off-sale
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Vauxhall Ampera Hatchback (2012 - 2015) Review
Subtle futuristic looks with good real-world economy
Used price: £1,990 - £5,620Read full reviewPROS
- Range extending capability
- Refinement
- Comfortable cruiser
CONS
- Bland exterior design
- Pricey as a used car
- Why you should buy a used Vauxhall Ampera
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Vauxhall Astra VXR (2012 - 2015) Review
Used price: £2,345 - £5,841Read full reviewPROS
Excellent performance, comfortable cabin, stylish looks, sensible running costs given the performance.
CONS
Interior isn't as well finished as some rivals, poor rear visibility, overly firm ride.
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Toyota Auris (2012 - 2019) Review
British-built family hatch is solid and dependable
Used price: £2,137 - £14,387Read full reviewPROS
- Strong reliability record
- Solid feel overall
- Economical engine range
- Generous kit levels
CONS
- Dull to look at
- Uninteresting to drive
- Feels its age next to rivals
- Boot is quite small
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Volkswagen Beetle Hatchback (2012 - 2018) Review
Used price: £2,705 - £13,233Read full reviewPROS
Retro appeal, comfortable interior, good performance, capable handling, strong reliability and build quality
CONS
Not as practical as the similarly priced Golf, overly firm ride with larger alloys and sports suspension, only really justified if you want a Beetle
