Hatchback car reviews
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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.
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MINI Cooper Electric Hatchback (2024 onwards) Review
Much improved second-gen electric MINI
New price: £34,905 - £38,705Read full reviewPROS
- Sharp handling and strong performance
- Fantastic circular infotainment screen
- Good electric range for its size
CONS
- Interior plastics could be better
- Three-door body limits practicality...
- ... as does its 210-litre boot
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Cupra Born VZ (2024 onwards) Review
More attitude and performance for responsive EV
New price: £44,635 - £47,175Read full reviewPROS
- Responsive and direct steering
- Good road feel
- Brakes feel precise
CONS
- More power would be nice
- Too little, too late
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Citroën e-C3 Hatchback (2024 onwards) Review
Spacious, comfortable and very recommendable
New price: £22,095 - £23,795Read full reviewPROS
- Low starting price
- Impressive space
- Excellent comfort
CONS
- High boot loading lip
- Range won't be enough for some
- You will miss a few luxuries
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Citroën C3 Hatchback (2024 onwards) Review
Well-priced supermini more than delivers
New price: £18,305 - £21,320Read full reviewPROS
- Good value for money
- Comfortable ride
- Spacious rear seats
CONS
- Doesn’t drive as well as rivals
- Awkward boot shape
- Quality could be better in areas
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Toyota Prius Plug-in (2024 onwards) Review
Stylish and highly efficient alternative to run-of-the-mill rivals
New price: £37,895 - £40,545Read full reviewPROS
- Effortlessly refined, smooth performance
- Excellent efficiency
- Stands out from the crowd
CONS
- Interior lacks design flair
- Small model range
- Only plug-in hybrid offered
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Volkswagen Golf eHybrid (2024 onwards) Review
The Golf that can become an EV
New price: £37,305 - £37,305Read full reviewPROS
- Huge electric driving range
- Refined and comfortable ride
- New infotainment is excellent
CONS
- Dull driving experience
- Battery pack eats boot space
- Drab interior design
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BMW 1-Series Hatchback (2024 onwards) Review
Premium hatch is good to drive but not roomy enough
New price: £37,025 - £41,850Read full reviewPROS
- More enjoyable than rivals
- Superb interior quality
- Impressive technology
CONS
- Small boot
- Suspension is too firm
- Limited engine choice
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LEAPMOTOR T03 Hatchback (2024 onwards) Review
Unparalleled value for an EV
New price: £16,005 - £16,005Read full reviewPROS
- Unbeatable value
- Quite fun to drive
- Strong equipment
CONS
- Just one trim level
- Annoying safety bongs
- Few customisation options
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BMW 1-Series M135 (2024 onwards) Review
Blisteringly fast, yet disappointingly sterile.
New price: £44,835 - £49,660Read full reviewPROS
- Good grief, it’s quick
- Unshakable handling
- Great build quality
CONS
- Dreary engine note
- Uninspiring to drive
- Limited rear space
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Volkswagen ID.3 GTX (2024 onwards) Review
Electric hot hatch is fast but lacks a bit of fun
New price: £46,325 - £47,120Read full reviewPROS
- Plenty of performance
- Great electric range
- Generous equipment levels
CONS
- Could be more engaging to drive
- Quite expensive to buy
- Design is a bit bland considering the performance
