Used Honda Civic Type R (FK2, 2015 - 2017) review – the forgotten hardcore Focus RS rival
Used Honda Civic Type R (FK2, 2015 - 2017) review – the forgotten hardcore Focus RS rival
Honda’s first turbo Type R was hardcore and uncompromising, but deeply satisfying when the stars aligned
Used Volkswagen Golf GTI TCR (2019) review – Mk7’s soft sendoff beats any Mk8
Used Volkswagen Golf GTI TCR (2019) review – Mk7’s soft sendoff beats any Mk8
Quick and composed on road or track, the Golf GTI has talents we miss, even if it didn’t sparkle when new
Renault Sport Clio V6 (2001 - 2005) review: the mid-engined hatchback with a supercar spirit
Renault Sport Clio V6 (2001 - 2005) review: the mid-engined hatchback with a supercar spirit
A quarter of a century on, the Clio V6 still seems gloriously bonkers. We discover the truth about its troubled birth – and remind ourselves what it w…
Ford Escort RS Cosworth (1992 - 1996) – history, review and specs of Ford's rally star
Ford Escort RS Cosworth (1992 - 1996) – history, review and specs of Ford's rally star
It was a poster car for a generation and the ‘Cossie’ now has a cult following
Used Honda Civic Type R (FK8, 2017 - 2022) review – 169mph hot hatch bargain
Used Honda Civic Type R (FK8, 2017 - 2022) review – 169mph hot hatch bargain
Ignore the weird looks and the FK8 performs and rewards with the very best hot hatches of the last 25 years
Lancia Delta Integrale (1987 - 1994) – history, review and specs of Italy's rally icon
Lancia Delta Integrale (1987 - 1994) – history, review and specs of Italy's rally icon
Hugely successful in its day, the Integrale’s appeal is just as strong now as it was back in the late ‘80s
Alpine A290 GTS 2025 review – is the Renault 5 relative a true hot hatch?
Alpine A290 GTS 2025 review – is the Renault 5 relative a true hot hatch?
Alpine’s all-electric future starts with the Renault 5-based A290. Does it have enough edge to warrant the Alpine badge?
Toyota GR Yaris Fast Fleet test – 6000 miles in the homologation hatch
Toyota GR Yaris Fast Fleet test – 6000 miles in the homologation hatch
It had neither Circuit nor Convenience Pack, but did our basic GR Yaris prove less can be more?
Toyota Yaris GRMN (2017 - 2018) review – the forgotten Ford Fiesta ST killer?
Toyota Yaris GRMN (2017 - 2018) review – the forgotten Ford Fiesta ST killer?
Toyota Gazoo Racing sprung out the gates with the supercharged Yaris GRMN, a bombastic hot hatch that now hides in the shadow of the GR Yaris
The Alpine A290 is ready to hit the road – UK pricing announced
The Alpine A290 is ready to hit the road – UK pricing announced
Alpine's long-awaited electric hot hatch is here in its final form, and it's ready to hit UK roads
Renault Sport Clio 200 Turbo – the car world's greatest misses
Renault Sport Clio 200 Turbo – the car world's greatest misses
This misguided departure from the French brand’s hot hatch heritage saw the Clio fall from grace
Toyota GR Yaris 2025 review – the modern homologation special gets even better
Toyota GR Yaris 2025 review – the modern homologation special gets even better
Toyota’s GR Yaris was always brilliant but has received a number of key and welcome updates. It’s even better but also, a lot more expensive.
Ford Fiesta ST (Mk8, 2017 - 2023) review and buying guide – a hot hatch that left on a high
Ford Fiesta ST (Mk8, 2017 - 2023) review and buying guide – a hot hatch that left on a high
Ford’s inimitably popular hot hatch arguably died before its time, but it went out on top-tier form
Is this mid-engined Toyota GR Yaris a 2027 MR2 test car?
Is this mid-engined Toyota GR Yaris a 2027 MR2 test car?
Toyota’s mid-engined GR Yaris M will go racing to test the new G20E high-performance petrol engine, and it could offer a first look at the next MR2
Renault Sport Mégane R26.R (2008 - 2009) review – Dieppe's finest hour
Renault Sport Mégane R26.R (2008 - 2009) review – Dieppe's finest hour
The Renault Sport Mégane R.26R is undeniably one of the best hot hatches of the last three decades, if not the best
Abarth 595 (2012-2024) review – low on sophistication, big on fun
Abarth 595 (2012-2024) review – low on sophistication, big on fun
There are faster and more accomplished hot hatches out there, but it's hard not to fall for the 595's recipe for simple, honest fun
The Hyundai i20 N is dead; we take it for one last drive
The Hyundai i20 N is dead; we take it for one last drive
We take the now-discontinued Hyundai i20 N for a farewell drive. It truly is a modern hot hatch great
Renault Sport Clio 182 Trophy (2005) review – an all-time great hot hatch
Renault Sport Clio 182 Trophy (2005) review – an all-time great hot hatch
The ultimate Clio 182 came close to hot hatch perfection, and is one of the most significant performance cars launched in evo's lifetime
Vauxhall Astra GSe 2025 review – a hybrid you'd live with rather than live for
Vauxhall Astra GSe 2025 review – a hybrid you'd live with rather than live for
Vauxhall’s hybrid-powered Astra range-topper looks the part. Don’t be deceived…
BMW M135 xDrive 2025 review – all-wheel drive hot hatch eyes Audi S3
BMW M135 xDrive 2025 review – all-wheel drive hot hatch eyes Audi S3
The M135 has lost an ‘i’ and gained chassis revisions and a restyle. Is it enough to make it a benchmark hot hatch?
Peugeot 205 Rallye (1988 - 1992): a featherweight homologation hatch
Peugeot 205 Rallye (1988 - 1992): a featherweight homologation hatch
Most modern high-performance cars struggle when it comes to the UK’s narrow, gnarly back-roads. What’s needed here is something small, light, French a…
BMW 128ti (2020 - 2024) review – does BMW's first front-drive hot hatch have the GTI beat?
BMW 128ti (2020 - 2024) review – does BMW's first front-drive hot hatch have the GTI beat?
BMW's first front-drive hot hatch has some issues against more focused rivals, but is very well priced and does enough to worry the basic Golf GTI
Ford Focus ST Edition 2025 review – a worthy alternative to the Honda Civic Type R?
Ford Focus ST Edition 2025 review – a worthy alternative to the Honda Civic Type R?
A suite of upgrades sharpen the Ford Focus ST's already-capable formula, making it more engaging than ever
Best hot hatchbacks 2025 – you can still buy a great hot hatch
Best hot hatchbacks 2025 – you can still buy a great hot hatch
Contracted though the hot hatch market may be, there are still some great models out there, from the electric Alpine A290 to the five-cylinder Audi RS…
Skoda Octavia vRS 2025 review – the ultimate accessible Q car?
Skoda Octavia vRS 2025 review – the ultimate accessible Q car?
The Octavia vRS has become a mainstay in the practical performance segment, and now the fourth generation car has received an update
Suzuki Swift Sport (2018 - 2024) review – a warm hatch that aged with grace
Suzuki Swift Sport (2018 - 2024) review – a warm hatch that aged with grace
Though the third-generation Swift Sport erred on the tepid side of warm, rather than hot, its charms matured over the years as its main rivals disappe…
Volkswagen Golf R v Golf GTI Clubsport – car pictures of the week
Volkswagen Golf R v Golf GTI Clubsport – car pictures of the week
In the latest issue of evo, we test the Mk8.5 Golf R against the GTI Clubsport – these are our favourite shots
Volkswagen ID.3 GTX Performance 2025 review – an electric Golf GTI? 
Volkswagen ID.3 GTX Performance 2025 review – an electric Golf GTI?
The GTX badge has been applied to the ID.3 in efforts to bring a sharper drive to Volkswagen’s smallest EV. We find out if it’s pulled it off
Honda Civic Type R (FL5) review – the undisputed king of hot hatches
Honda Civic Type R (FL5) review – the undisputed king of hot hatches
The FL5 is more exciting, tactile and rewarding than any other current hot hatchback, and one of the best everyday performance cars you can buy
Mercedes-AMG A45 S 2024 review – still a foil for the Audi RS3?
Mercedes-AMG A45 S 2024 review – still a foil for the Audi RS3?
Big hitting AMG A45 S hyper-hatch gets the mildest of facelifts but still packs a heavyweight punch
Audi RS3 2024 review – can it topple Mercedes-AMG’s A45 S?
Audi RS3 2024 review – can it topple Mercedes-AMG’s A45 S?
With no power boost, the new Audi RS3 relies on a host of chassis and drivetrain upgrades to take on the AMG A45 S and Honda Civic Type R
'Renault Sport set the bar for 21st-century hot hatchbacks'
'Renault Sport set the bar for 21st-century hot hatchbacks'
Richard Meaden reflects on the golden age of Renault Sport hot hatches, and what the future might hold for Alpine EVs
Mini Cooper S (F56, 2014 - 2024) review – the last manual Mini
Mini Cooper S (F56, 2014 - 2024) review – the last manual Mini
The F56 Mini Cooper S marked the end of an era for the Mini hatch, being the last to offer a manual transmission
2025 Mini John Cooper Works gets design tweaks but no more power
2025 Mini John Cooper Works gets design tweaks but no more power
Following the launch of the JCW Electric, Mini has revealed its updated petrol-powered John Cooper Works