Family hatchbacks
Ford Focus alternatives: ten cars to consider instead of the family hatch icon 
Ford Focus alternatives: ten cars to consider instead of the family hatch icon
As the Ford Focus prepares to bow out, we suggest some other great cars worthy of your attention
Vauxhall Astra Griffin jumps in price but still costs just £26k
Vauxhall Astra Griffin jumps in price but still costs just £26k
Some subtle revisions have arrived on the cheapest Vauxhall Astra, including the addition of a new 143bhp hybrid powertrain
Used Car Hunter: punchy and practical hot hatchbacks for £23,000
Used Car Hunter: punchy and practical hot hatchbacks for £23,000
Our Car hunter has £23,000 to find a hot hatch that’s practical, quick and well-equipped
New Peugeot 208 and 2008 GT Premium trim adds Alcantara, more tech and boosted EV range
New Peugeot 208 and 2008 GT Premium trim adds Alcantara, more tech and boosted EV range
The all-electric E-208 has also gained more range, plus there’s a new hybrid powertrain for the 208 and 2008
Skoda Superb automatic hatch long-term test: 21,000 miles of comfort and just the odd squeak
Skoda Superb automatic hatch long-term test: 21,000 miles of comfort and just the odd squeak
Final report: family hatchback ticks all the boxes despite some minor issues
New Volkswagen ID.3 Match 2025 review: attractive price boosts EV’s appeal
New Volkswagen ID.3 Match 2025 review: attractive price boosts EV’s appeal
The value-focused Volkswagen ID.3 Match performs well and is easy to live with
SEAT’s future unclear as brand held in limbo
SEAT’s future unclear as brand held in limbo
Delayed model launches and unprofitable electric plans leave SEAT’s next steps uncertain
SEAT Ibiza, Arona, Leon and Ateca get sporty upgrades thanks to new Black Editions
SEAT Ibiza, Arona, Leon and Ateca get sporty upgrades thanks to new Black Editions
This could be the final change ahead of updates to Ibiza and Arona later this year
Used Car Hunter: Small, easy to drive cars for £15,000
Used Car Hunter: Small, easy to drive cars for £15,000
Our Car Hunter has £15,000 to find a small hatchback or SUV that’s a doddle to drive
New vs used hatchbacks: Skoda Octavia or Mercedes A-Class?
New vs used hatchbacks: Skoda Octavia or Mercedes A-Class?
Traditional hatchbacks are still a great option for all the family, but which one should you buy?
New Dacia Sandero to come with both hybrid and electric power
New Dacia Sandero to come with both hybrid and electric power
An all-new fourth-generation Sandero is coming in 2027, and Dacia’s boss has been discussing its powertrain options
New Dacia Sandero spotted for the first time: fresh look for Europe’s best-selling car
New Dacia Sandero spotted for the first time: fresh look for Europe’s best-selling car
The humble supermini’s makeover is inspired by the Dacia Spring EV, plus Duster and Bigster SUV
Toyota Corolla gets modest update for 2025 with more colours and less power
Toyota Corolla gets modest update for 2025 with more colours and less power
Toyota has quietly revamped its popular hybrid-powered hatchback
Best Volkswagen cars: the brand’s top new models and all-time greats
Best Volkswagen cars: the brand’s top new models and all-time greats
Want to know which Volkswagens are worth your attention? We’ve selected ten of the best
Peugeot 308 and 408 plug-in hybrids now go further with boost to nearly 50 miles of EV range
Peugeot 308 and 408 plug-in hybrids now go further with boost to nearly 50 miles of EV range
The new plug-in hybrid powertrain will be available in 308, 308SW and 408
MG4 EV review
MG4 EV review
The MG4 EV’s sharp styling, spacious interior and impressive efficiency mean it’s still one of the best electric cars around
Leapmotor line-up to triple in size by 2027
Leapmotor line-up to triple in size by 2027
Total of six models due within the next two years, including Citroen e-C3-rivalling small SUV
Audi S3 review
Audi S3 review
Revisions to the Audi S3 bring subtle changes to the brand’s long-running sporty nameplate
New Skoda Superb SportLine on sale now, and yes, you can get it as an estate
New Skoda Superb SportLine on sale now, and yes, you can get it as an estate
Petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid versions of the Superb are now available in SportLine trim, with prices starting from £42,290
DS No4 getting ready to replace DS 4 this year
DS No4 getting ready to replace DS 4 this year
The No4 will join the recently revealed No8 in French brand’s new-look line up
New Kia Ceed K4 GT-Line Turbo saloon review: family hatch is bigger and bolder than ever
New Kia Ceed K4 GT-Line Turbo saloon review: family hatch is bigger and bolder than ever
The Kia K4 will eventually become the new Ceed in the UK, and it’s taking a big step upmarket
Volkswagen Golf moves to Mexico, as German giant sheds 35,000 jobs
Volkswagen Golf moves to Mexico, as German giant sheds 35,000 jobs
Huge restructuring also sees VW slash domestic capacity by 750,000 cars
Slowest cars on sale now
Slowest cars on sale now
Sometimes it’s good to sit back and enjoy the journey, and the cars on our list of the slowest-accelerating new models give you plenty of time for tha…
Stellantis hedges bets on new ‘multi energy’ STLA Small platform with EV or hybrid power
Stellantis hedges bets on new ‘multi energy’ STLA Small platform with EV or hybrid power
Next generation of Stellantis small cars will feature hybrid and fully electric powertrains
Volkswagen Golf appeal boosted with new hybrid and diesel engine options
Volkswagen Golf appeal boosted with new hybrid and diesel engine options
The popular Volkswagen Golf Black Edition and Match get new powertrain choices
New powertrains now available for BMW 1 Series, 5 Series Touring in MY2025 update
New powertrains now available for BMW 1 Series, 5 Series Touring in MY2025 update
Mid-spec all-wheel drive 123 xDrive, plus 520 and M550e Tourings join the range, adding new ICE-powered options
Tesla Model 2: Robotaxi takes entry-level model’s place
Tesla Model 2: Robotaxi takes entry-level model’s place
Tesla has backtracked on the Model 2 with the fully-autonomous Robotaxi coming instead
Toyota Aygo X JBL city car goes big on audio 
Toyota Aygo X JBL city car goes big on audio
JBL has developed a powerful new sound system specifically for the Aygo X
Kia EV4 hatchback drops its camouflage and gets ready for the big reveal
Kia EV4 hatchback drops its camouflage and gets ready for the big reveal
The EV4 will be Kia’s all-electric family-sized hatchback
New Volkswagen ID. Golf to take iconic name into EV era
New Volkswagen ID. Golf to take iconic name into EV era
VW will merge old and new with its future line-up of ID-badged family cars, but petrol versions will be offered too
Audi A2 e-tron restomod built to celebrate oddball hatchback’s 25th birthday
Audi A2 e-tron restomod built to celebrate oddball hatchback’s 25th birthday
The Audi A2 e-tron is a one-off EV conversion built by the company’s young apprentices
Used Skoda Octavia (Mk4, 2020-date) buyer’s guide: the ultimate second-hand family car
Used Skoda Octavia (Mk4, 2020-date) buyer’s guide: the ultimate second-hand family car
A full used buyer’s guide on the Skoda Octavia covering the Octavia Mk4 that’s been on sale since 2020
All-electric Skywell Q gives new meaning to the phrase ‘Q-car’
All-electric Skywell Q gives new meaning to the phrase ‘Q-car’
The Q is the first Skywell to make its global debut in Europe
New Audi A3 plug-in hybrid boasts huge 88-mile EV range
New Audi A3 plug-in hybrid boasts huge 88-mile EV range
The A3 TFSI e will go on sale in November, with prices set to start from £39,150
Volkswagen Golf to live on with ICE and EV options
Volkswagen Golf to live on with ICE and EV options
Iconic family car could be offered on two platforms, as the brand attempts to satisfy softening EV demand
Renault Megane EV charging across Europe: 7 countries, 24-hours, no plan
Renault Megane EV charging across Europe: 7 countries, 24-hours, no plan
Can you drive an electric car across Europe with no planning? We take a road trip to find out...