Abarth 595
2016 - present
The Abarth 595 is startlingly quick and wonderfully stylish, b...
Audi RS3
2019 - present
The Audi RS3 isn’t the sharpest driving machine, but few hot h...
Audi S3
2020 - present
Impressive point-to-point pace, confidence inspiring dynamics...
BMW M135i
2019 - present
The BMW M135i combines a classy interior with enjoya...
Cupra Leon
The eHybrid is a fine PHEV but a mediocre hot hatchback
Ford Fiesta ST
Without upping your budget considerabl...
Ford Focus ST
2019 - present
Enjoyable hot hatch but pricey and not in the Honda...
Honda Civic Type R
2017 - present
Awesome performance and brilliant handling. The world's greate...
Hyundai i30N
A well-equipped, great value hot hatch that will really put a...
Mercedes A35 AMG
2019 - present
Fast and grippy, if not the most rewarding drive.
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Mercedes A45 AMG
2019 - present
The A45 AMG is incredibly rapid in a straight line, while...
Peugeot 308 GTi
2020 - present
The Peugeot 308 GTi is fast and well equipped, but it isn't as...
Renault Megane RS
2020 - present
The Mégane RS isn’t the fastest hot hatch in the world, but it...
Skoda Octavia vRS
The Skoda Octavia vRS is quick and spacious, although it can't...
Suzuki Swift Sport
2020 - present
The Suzuki Swift Sport is well equipped and fun to drive, but...
Vauxhall Corsa VXR
The Vauxhall Corsa VXR looks the part, but to drive it’s so fa...
Volkswagen Golf GTD
The VW Golf GTD blends hot hatch-style performance with angeli...
Volkswagen Golf GTI
Blends everyday useability with strong performance, but a...
Volkswagen Golf R
With superb performance and four-wheel drive, the VW Golf R is...
Volkswagen Polo GTI
A fine all-rounder, but rival hot hatches will put an even big...
Volkswagen Up GTI
2018 - present
The Up GTI is the best budget hot hatch you can buy
