Hatchback

Smart looks, a simplified model range and plug-in hybrid option make the next-gen Vauxhall Astra a real player in the hatchback field

All-new Skoda Fabia has been brought up to date and now competes with in-house rivals like the VW Polo and big-sellers like the Fiesta on equal terms.

After several years on the market, the Fiat 500X is getting a hybrid version, but can it keep up with the competition?

Cheap and cheerful in an entirely good way, the new Dacia Sandero builds on the previous version’s affordability with more tech, better looks and improved refinement

Honda’s legendary Civic Type R hot hatch returns with a mature new look but even wilder driving manners

The Toyota Aygo X adds a hint of crossover styling to the city car segment in a distinctive and likeable package

The world’s best-selling car is better than ever, as the Toyota Corolla offers efficiency, peerless reliability and an enjoyable drive

The Fiesta is good fun and remains a solid buy, despite increasingly strong competition.

The tenth-generation Honda Civic is a great alternative choice in the hatchback class.

The Ford Focus is a great-handling family hatchback that matches its rivals on interior quality and cabin space