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The new Mazda 3 and Skoda Scala could shake up the family hatchback market – provided they can beat solid performers such as the Kia Ceed

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New Mazda 3 & Skoda Scala vs Kia Ceed

The new Mazda 3 and Skoda Scala could shake up the family hatchback market – provided they can beat solid performers such as the Kia Ceed

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New Mazda 3 & Skoda Scala vs Kia Ceed

The new Mazda 3 and Skoda Scala could shake up the family hatchback market – provided they can beat solid performers such as the Kia Ceed

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New Mazda 3 & Skoda Scala vs Kia Ceed

The new Mazda 3 and Skoda Scala could shake up the family hatchback market – provided they can beat solid performers such as the Kia Ceed

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Mercedes’ new A-Class promises to dazzle you with luxury as it renews its battle with the Audi A3 and BMW 1 Series at the top end of the family car class

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Range-topping Grandland X gets loads of kit and the most powerful engine in the line-up, but should you buy one?

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An all-new Ford Focus has just been revealed, but is it a significant step forward from the outgoing model?

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We’re taking you back to 1978 for a look at our best small saloon winner, the Alfa Romeo Alfasud Ti – including a drive of the hot version

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We’re winding back the clock to 1992 for a look at that year’s overall Car of the Year, the Mk3 Volkswagen Golf – including a drive of a very special variant

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With a new look, new mechanicals and plenty of new technology, the 2019 Mazda 3 is gunning for honours in the family car class

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Is it worth saving a few quid by ordering your Ford Focus with one of the lowliest petrol engines?

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Used BMW 1 Series vs Lexus CT200h vs Volkswagen Golf vs Volvo V40

Fancy a used car that’s practical enough to fulfil family duties, yet smart enough to feel special on the school run? These four should fit the bill

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Until the hot ST model arrives in 2019, this 180bhp petrol version is as spicy as the Ford Focus gets. We try it for the first time

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The Ford Focus and Kia Ceed may have had to play bridesmaid to the Skoda Octavia in the past, but with these new models, they’re both ready for their big day

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We show you how to match equipment with value for money when it comes to Volkswagen's big-selling family hatchback

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It's the cheapest version of the VW Golf you can buy, but is the 1.0 TSI 85 the best?

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New Mercedes-Benz A-Class vs Audi A3 Sportback vs BMW 1 Series

Mercedes’ new A-Class promises to dazzle you with luxury as it renews its battle with the Audi A3 and BMW 1 Series at the top end of the family car class

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The all-new 2018 Ford Focus brings a host of new tech, a roomier interior and upgraded quality. Plus, Ford is promising that it will be the best handling family hatchback yet. We drive it for the first time

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Used Fiat Tipo vs Vauxhall Astra

We pitch Fiat's new budget-priced family hatchback against the highly proficient Vauxhall Astra