Hatchbacks

Stylish, content heavy and good enough to drive, the 308 delivers on its remit, but it’s a thrill-free zone

Today's Peugeot supermini is a very different beast to those that came before; it’s clever, stylish and hides a sweet chassis that’s clawing to get ou…

Lacklustre interior ergonomics gave the Mk8 Golf a lukewarm reception, but Volkswagen has focused its efforts on rectifying its downfalls with a mid-l…

Despite recent updates, the Audi A3 is perilously close to losing its premium status in a competitive hatchback market

The Cupra Born is a well-executed electric car – if you put aside any pretence that it’s a genuine hot hatch

The Corolla continues to offer honest, no-frills motoring – just don't expect much in the way of fun

Scala surprises little, but is a serious upgrade on the Rapid that went before. But thrilling? No.

An uncomplicated everyday car that drives well and does everything you could reasonably expect

Now in its fourth generation, the Mercedes A-class is unrecognisable from the car that kicked things off two decades ago.

Before Vauxhall benefits from Peugeot’s latest know-how, the Insignia soldiers to remind us of a time we have probably all forgotten

Britain’s most popular car also happens to be one of its most accessible driver’s cars

An impressive spread of abilities was always on the call sheet, but the balanced chassis and impressive calibration take the package further

The Volkswagen Golf defines the family hatchback class, for good reason

Composed, comfortable and quick, but the 2-series Gran Coupe is short on dynamic flair

Mercedes’ four-door CLA Coupe does little wrong, but its uncompetitive pricing means external and internal rivals leave it redundant

Some might suggest the UK is falling out of love with family hatchbacks, but the Focus EcoBoost is a good reminder of why it remains a compelling pack…

The new Mercedes CLA is a mini-me CLS four-door coupe, driven here in CLA250 turbo petrol form