2026 VW Golf GTI Edition 50 review: when 50 is the new 40
Anniversary edition of the hot hatch brings a shot of excitement by taking inspiration from the past
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Hyundai i20 N to return as affordable hybrid hot hatch
Previous i20 N was so good we named it Hot Hatch of the Year, but Hyundai discontinued the model in 2024
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Peugeot e-208 GTi revealed: £35k electric hot hatch covers 0-62mph in 5.5sec
Competitively priced and with class-leading performance, here’s everything you need to know about the GTi moniker’s latest flag bearer
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New Volkswagen ID Polo GTI revealed: electric hot hatch gets 223bhp
Hot hatch version of the upcoming Volkswagen ID Polo gives you plenty of bite, if not so much bark
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Best used hot hatches for less than £20,000
A budget of £20,000 could buy you a sensible family car, or you could inject some excitement into your life with one of these 10 used hot hatches
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The Best hot hatches in 2026 – the most fun, and the one to avoid
A great hot hatch needs to combine driving fun with everyday usability. So, which models do it best – and which one is best avoided?
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Best used hot hatches for less than £20,000
A budget of £20,000 could buy you a sensible family car, or you could inject some excitement into your life with one of these 10 used hot hatches
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Cupra Leon long-term test
Can a plug-in hybrid hot hatch be efficient for the commute but fun on the weekends? Our Used Cars Writer is finding out
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Cupra Leon long-term test: report 4
Can a plug-in hybrid hot hatch be efficient for the commute but fun on the weekends? Our Used Cars Writer is finding out
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Deal of the Day: Lease a Volkswagen Golf GTI from £315 per month
The Volkswagen Golf GTI blends usability with fun, and you could lease one for a keen price with our deals
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Cupra Leon long-term test: report 3
Can a plug-in hybrid hot hatch be efficient for the commute but fun on the weekends? Our Used Cars Writer is finding out
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Cupra Leon long-term test: report 2
Can a plug-in hybrid hot hatch be efficient for the commute but fun on the weekends? Our Used Cars Writer is finding out
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Car of the Year Awards 2026: Best hot hatch
First and foremost, a great performance car is entertaining and involving to drive, but unlike pure sports cars, they also have to be practical and comfortable enough to use every day
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Cupra Leon long-term test: report 1
Can a plug-in hybrid hot hatch be efficient for the commute but fun on the weekends? Our Used Cars Writer is finding out
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Kia EV4 GT: 288bhp hot hatch gets synthetic engine sounds and all-wheel drive
It’ll match the Cupra Born VZ for acceleration, and gets a bunch of goodies to help it handle better
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New Volkswagen Golf GTI vs used Volkswagen Golf GTI
The 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI is still revered by fans. We put it up against the latest version to see what 20 years of progress has brought to its game
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Best hot hatches 2026 – the most fun, and the one to avoid
A great hot hatch needs to combine driving fun with everyday usability. So, which models do it best – and which one is best avoided?
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Rally-inspired Toyota GR Yaris Aero Performance marks UK return for popular hot hatch
Toyota’s hot hatch is returning to the UK, and it has ditched its automatic gearbox
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Best used hot hatches for less than £20,000
A budget of £20,000 could buy you a sensible family car, or you could inject some excitement into your life with one of these 10 used hot hatches
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High-performance Vauxhall Mokka GSE offers 276bhp for £36,995
Vauxhall has unveiled a sporty version of its Mokka Electric, and it’s inspired by rallying
