Family hatchbacks
What is Aion? Complete brand, model and tech guide for UK car buyers

What is Aion? Complete brand, model and tech guide for UK car buyers
Think 17 Chinese car brands in the UK is plenty? GAC doesn’t, so here’s its Aion brand
New track-ready Cupra Leon VZ TCR hot hatch has 321bhp and no back seats, if you like

New track-ready Cupra Leon VZ TCR hot hatch has 321bhp and no back seats, if you like
The limited-edition hot hatch has been inspired by Cupra’s championship-winning Leon touring car racer
New Peugeot Polygon concept hints at brand’s future radical design and interior

New Peugeot Polygon concept hints at brand’s future radical design and interior
The Peugeot Polygon concept hints at how the next Peugeot 208 supermini could look
New Peugeot 308 hits the UK: facelifted EV and hybrid options start under £30k

New Peugeot 308 hits the UK: facelifted EV and hybrid options start under £30k
The 308 SW estate car is also available to order now, and like the hatchback it’s cheaper than before
Honda Civic vs SEAT Leon: which family hatchback is the perfect SUV antidote?
Honda Civic vs SEAT Leon: which family hatchback is the perfect SUV antidote?
Refreshed Honda Civic takes on SEAT’s revitalised Leon as they strive to prove there’s plenty of life in the family hatchback yet. But which is the ch…
Car Deal of the Day: Skoda Scala Monte Carlo offers hot looks for a cool £211 a month

Car Deal of the Day: Skoda Scala Monte Carlo offers hot looks for a cool £211 a month
It may be a little overlooked, but there’s plenty to like about Skoda Scala. It’s our Deal of the Day for October 27.
Used Car Hunter: small economical hatchbacks for £8,000

Used Car Hunter: small economical hatchbacks for £8,000
Our Car Hunter has £8,000 for a small diesel hatch with low running costs, but which one?
Three-car garage: used VW Golf, Porsche 911 and Jeep Wrangler for £142,000

Three-car garage: used VW Golf, Porsche 911 and Jeep Wrangler for £142,000
For the price of a new Land Rover Defender Octa, you could have a great family car, an accomplished sports car and tough off-roader
Car Deal of the Day: Volkswagen ID.3 with 350-mile range unbelievable value at £212 a month

Car Deal of the Day: Volkswagen ID.3 with 350-mile range unbelievable value at £212 a month
The ID.3 is an excellent all-round electric hatchback. It’s our Deal of the Day for October 20.
Citroen C3 vs Hyundai i20: a stylish supermini showdown
Citroen C3 vs Hyundai i20: a stylish supermini showdown
Superminis with auto boxes are more accomplished than ever, but which is the better self-shifter – Citroen’s C3 or Hyundai’s i20?
Best and worst car brands for depreciation: Which car manufacturer holds value best?

Best and worst car brands for depreciation: Which car manufacturer holds value best?
What brands hold onto their value the best, and which are the worst? With data from experts CDL, we reveal all.
Skoda Fabia 130 is a 174bhp hot hatch for under £30k

Skoda Fabia 130 is a 174bhp hot hatch for under £30k
Along with more power the hot Fabia gets revised suspension and steering
Farewell Ford Focus ST: production of iconic hot hatch ends 

Farewell Ford Focus ST: production of iconic hot hatch ends
It’s the end of an era for the Ford Focus ST, with iconic performance model following the Fiesta ST into history
Honda Civic Type R vs Audi RS 3: the ultimate hot hatch face-off

Honda Civic Type R vs Audi RS 3: the ultimate hot hatch face-off
Honda’s Civic Type R takes its final bow with the Ultimate Edition. Will it go out on a high against its Audi RS 3 rival?
Car Deal of the Day: Peugeot 208 GT is a very stylish way to spend £165 a month

Car Deal of the Day: Peugeot 208 GT is a very stylish way to spend £165 a month
While it may be getting on a bit, the 208 is still a stylish supermini. It’s our Deal of the Day for September 26
Car Deal of the Day: it’s party time with the stylish SEAT Ibiza, from just £183 a month

Car Deal of the Day: it’s party time with the stylish SEAT Ibiza, from just £183 a month
Searching for a small car that feels anything but? Look no further than the SEAT Ibiza. It’s our Deal of the Day for September 21.
Used DS 4 (Mk2, 2021-date) buyer's guide: a great blend of value and style

Used DS 4 (Mk2, 2021-date) buyer's guide: a great blend of value and style
A full used buyer's guide on the DS 4 Mk2 that's been on sale in the UK since 2021
New Toyota Corolla appears with sharp Prius-inspired look

New Toyota Corolla appears with sharp Prius-inspired look
Images of a new Corolla have surfaced online, featuring a fresh look more in-line with Toyota’s latest models
Used Cupra Leon (2020-date) buyers’ guide: hot hatch fun with room for the family

Used Cupra Leon (2020-date) buyers’ guide: hot hatch fun with room for the family
A full used buyer’s guide on the Cupra Leon that has been on sale in the UK since 2020
Three-car garage: used BMW 1 Series, 2 Series and 3 Series Touring for £32k

Three-car garage: used BMW 1 Series, 2 Series and 3 Series Touring for £32k
This selection of BMWs should have all bases covered without delving into the expensive M division
Sexy new Renault Clio cranks up the old va va voom

Sexy new Renault Clio cranks up the old va va voom
The sixth generation of the huge selling Renault Clio has finally been revealed, and it will arrive in UK next year
New Leapmotor B05 to out-EV the VW ID.3 with more space for less cash

New Leapmotor B05 to out-EV the VW ID.3 with more space for less cash
The Chinese brand looks to take on the electric family hatchback sector with its new B05
Mercedes A-Class to die at the end of 2026, with no successor confirmed

Mercedes A-Class to die at the end of 2026, with no successor confirmed
Mercedes has confirmed a decision has not been made on a future A-Class, but the hatchback will remain in production until the end of 2026
Car Deal of the Day: Posh BMW 1 Series is a snip at under £270 a month

Car Deal of the Day: Posh BMW 1 Series is a snip at under £270 a month
You might think a car wearing the BMW badge would be pricey, but that’s not the case with the 1 Series. It’s our Deal of the Day for September 1
Three-car garage: Mazda MX-5, MINI Electric and Volkswagen Golf GTI all for £35k

Three-car garage: Mazda MX-5, MINI Electric and Volkswagen Golf GTI all for £35k
This fantastic trio of small cars is available through Auto Express, and combined cost less than the price of an electric DS 3
Car Deal of the Day: Mazda 3 brings style and plenty of fun for just £179 a month

Car Deal of the Day: Mazda 3 brings style and plenty of fun for just £179 a month
Mazda’s 3 hatch has a premium feel and yet it’s cheap to lease. No wonder it’s our Deal of the Day for August 28
New BMW i1 will cram big EV tech into a small package

New BMW i1 will cram big EV tech into a small package
The all-new BMW i1 will rival the all-electric Audi A3 and new Mercedes CLA when it arrives in 2027
Car Deal of the Day: we've never seen the Cupra Born this cheap

Car Deal of the Day: we've never seen the Cupra Born this cheap
The Born is a great choice for those who want a practical electric hatchback with a sporty drive. It’s our Deal of the Day for August 21
Forget Netflix, Volkswagen locks horsepower behind paid subscription

Forget Netflix, Volkswagen locks horsepower behind paid subscription
Owners can now subscribe to boost the power of their car… for a fee






