2022 FL5 Honda Civic Type R – prices and specs to be revealed Nov 30 
2022 FL5 Honda Civic Type R – prices and specs to be revealed Nov 30
Finalised UK specs including power, availability and price to be confirmed November 30
18 Nov 2022
Volkswagen Golf R 20 Years – UK pricing confirmed at £48,095
Volkswagen Golf R 20 Years – UK pricing confirmed at £48,095
New range-topping Golf R 20 has key improvements from the chassis and powertrain
31 Oct 2022
Tolman Peugeot 205 GTI 2022 review
Tolman Peugeot 205 GTI 2022 review
Today’s best hot hatches originate from the Far East, but 30 years ago Europe was the epicentre. So how does one of the icons from that era perform wi…
29 Oct 2022
Honda Civic Type R EP3 – review, history and specs
Honda Civic Type R EP3 – review, history and specs
The early noughties Civic overcame opinion-dividing looks and flawed dynamics to become a legend in its own lifetime. To rev it is to love it
27 Oct 2022
Updated 2023 Mercedes-AMG A35 and A45 S revealed
Updated 2023 Mercedes-AMG A35 and A45 S revealed
AMG’s hyper hatchback gains updated style and tech, but no power upgrades
26 Oct 2022
Mini JCW GP v Renault Mégane RS Trophy-R v Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport S
Mini JCW GP v Renault Mégane RS Trophy-R v Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport S
It’s got them covered on paper, but has Mini’s latest Works GP got the moves to outperform Renault’s rival Mégane RS Trophy-R and VW’s benchmark Golf …
20 Oct 2022
401bhp Audi RS3 Performance Edition revealed
401bhp Audi RS3 Performance Edition revealed
Audi Sport’s limited-run specials continue, this time based on the excellent RS3
17 Oct 2022
Vauxhall Astra GSe revealed
Vauxhall Astra GSe revealed
New performance sub-brand kicks off with 222bhp Astra hybrid
27 Sep 2022
New Ford Focus ST Track Pack lifts its game to rival Honda Civic Type R
New Ford Focus ST Track Pack lifts its game to rival Honda Civic Type R
The recently updated Focus ST has gained a new Track Pack option
26 Sep 2022
Ford Fiesta ST review
Ford Fiesta ST review
A class stalwart, maybe, but the Fiesta ST drives with real enthusiasm, engagement and sophistication
22 Sep 2022
Renault 5 Turbo: review, history and specs of an icon
Renault 5 Turbo: review, history and specs of an icon
A hot hatch icon with major league rally pedigree, the Renault 5 Turbo has stood the test of time
15 Sep 2022
Renault 5 Turbo group test – hot hatch icons go head-to-head
Renault 5 Turbo group test – hot hatch icons go head-to-head
42 years after its unveiling, we've gathered together 3 Renault 5 Turbos to see how the legend is faring
15 Sep 2022
Cupra Leon range expanded with new lower-powered petrol options
Cupra Leon range expanded with new lower-powered petrol options
The Cupra Leon's distinction from a lesser SEAT grows yet thinner with new entry-level models
5 Sep 2022
Audi S3 2022 review 
Audi S3 2022 review
The S3 used to be noted for its premium, expensive-feeling take on the hot hatchback formula. Now it’s merely a high-spec A3…
1 Sep 2022
Honda Civic e:hev Sport 2022 review – is there any Type R DNA inside?
Honda Civic e:hev Sport 2022 review – is there any Type R DNA inside?
Honda’s precision engineering has been applied to its mainstream Civic, making it an extremely good sign for the incoming FL5 Type R
26 Aug 2022
New personalised performance upgrades available for Toyota GR Yaris
New personalised performance upgrades available for Toyota GR Yaris
Toyota’s factory-refurbishment and upgrade program has been extended to the GR Yaris
24 Aug 2022
F87 BMW M2 (2015-2021) review
F87 BMW M2 (2015-2021) review
The M2 is a throwback to a golden age of small, rear-wheel-drive performance models from Munich
3 Aug 2022
David Brown Mini Remastered Oselli Edition 2022 review – restomod Mini taken to the extreme
David Brown Mini Remastered Oselli Edition 2022 review – restomod Mini taken to the extreme
Restomodded Mini comes with a 123bhp motor, an abundance of enhancements and an eyebrow-raising price tag
9 Jul 2022
Limited-run Abt RS3-R upgrades Audi RS3 to 493bhp
Limited-run Abt RS3-R upgrades Audi RS3 to 493bhp
German tuner Abt has revealed its ultimate take on the Audi RS3 hyper hatch
8 Jul 2022
Hyundai i30 N Drive-N Limited Edition UK specs released
Hyundai i30 N Drive-N Limited Edition UK specs released
Hyundai's limited edition i30 N Drive-N will cost £38,190, with 75 units coming to the UK
1 Jun 2022
AC Schnitzer ACS1 2022 review – tuned BMW M135i takes on Mercedes-AMG A35
AC Schnitzer ACS1 2022 review – tuned BMW M135i takes on Mercedes-AMG A35
Brilliantly judged chassis upgrades unearth the desirable hot hatch lurking within BMW’s M135i xDrive
11 May 2022
Honda Civic Type R (2017-2022) review – performance and 0-60
Honda Civic Type R (2017-2022) review – performance and 0-60
Acceleration times are about as fast as manual front-wheel drive cars get at 5.7sec, top speed a ridiculous 169mph.
9 May 2022
Honda Civic Type R (2017-2022) review – engine, gearbox and technical highlights
Honda Civic Type R (2017-2022) review – engine, gearbox and technical highlights
The 2-litre turbocharged four-cylinder is both incredibly linear and yet still happy to rev. Gearbox is beyond brilliant.
9 May 2022
Honda Civic Type R (2017-2022) review – ride and handling
Honda Civic Type R (2017-2022) review – ride and handling
The Civic Type R makes full use of its stiffer, lower chassis and multi-link rear suspension.
9 May 2022
Honda Civic Type R (2017-2022) review – design
Honda Civic Type R (2017-2022) review – design
Unlikely to be lost in a car park, the Civic Type R is one of those mad designs that either will or won’t work for you
9 May 2022
Honda Civic Type R (2017-2022) review – MPG and running costs
Honda Civic Type R (2017-2022) review – MPG and running costs
The new WLTP 33.2mpg combined figure is achievable in normal driving, but like any turbo car the Civic can be thirsty when pushed.
9 May 2022
Honda Civic Type R (2017-2022) review – interior and tech
Honda Civic Type R (2017-2022) review – interior and tech
Longer, wider and of much better quality, the new Type R benefits from the same ergonomic and technological upgrades as the standard Civic
9 May 2022
Abarth 695 Tributo 131 Rally special series revealed
Abarth 695 Tributo 131 Rally special series revealed
Next limited-run Abarth 695 special edition to channel iconic 131 Rally
5 May 2022
550bhp Golf R review – can this modified Golf take on an A45 S?
550bhp Golf R review – can this modified Golf take on an A45 S?
Volkswagen tuner VRS’s 480bhp and 550bhp Golf R conversions have AMG in their sights
15 Apr 2022
Renault Sport Clio 197/200: history, specs and buying guide
Renault Sport Clio 197/200: history, specs and buying guide
Starting from just under £5000, a Renault Sport Clio is an extremely tempting used buy. We explain what to look for
11 Apr 2022
Renault Mégane RS (2017-2022) review – the last stand for an iconic moniker
Renault Mégane RS (2017-2022) review – the last stand for an iconic moniker
The current Renault Mégane RS might only just be clinging to life, but in recently updated form it’s a better all-round hot hatch than ever
5 Apr 2022
2022 hot hatchback battle: the final
2022 hot hatchback battle: the final
The cream has risen to the top in our three heats, but what's the best hot hatchback on sale right now?
29 Mar 2022
2022 hot hatchback battle: the middleweights
2022 hot hatchback battle: the middleweights
Round 3 of our search to find the best hot hatch on sale sees the middleweights get in the ring. Which will go on to the finale: Leon, Mégane, i30 N, …
28 Mar 2022
2022 hot hatchback battle: hyper hatches
2022 hot hatchback battle: hyper hatches
(Long read): Welcome to the first of three contests to find the greatest hot hatch on sale right now. Round 1 sees the new Mk8 Golf R take on the bril…
24 Mar 2022
European-spec Honda Civic e:HEV detailed – forerunner to the next Type R
European-spec Honda Civic e:HEV detailed – forerunner to the next Type R
Honda’s EU-spec Civic to feature a single hybrid powertrain, until the Type R finally arrives
23 Mar 2022
Used Ford Fiesta ST (2018-present) review and buyer’s guide
Used Ford Fiesta ST (2018-present) review and buyer’s guide
The brilliant Fiesta ST is the hottest of small hatches and a fantastic used buy
8 Mar 2022