Performance Hatchbacks
Our best performance hatchback picks
1. Audi RS3
What we like
- Performance
- Steering is precise
- Ride quality
What we don't
- Cabin fitout is quite bland
2. Ford Focus
What we like
- Tough looks
- Bang-for-your-buck performance
- Small-hatch practicality
What we don't
- Dash design makes exiting difficult for taller drivers
- Bland interior
- High seating position
3. Mercedes-AMG A45 4Matic 2016 review
What we like
- Has the soul and credentials of a true sports car
- Great connectivity and safety
- AMG styling sets it apart from the line-up
What we don't
- Very tight inside
- The price is intimidating
- High fuel usage outside of comfort mode
4. BMW 1 series
What we like
- Hugely addictive engine
- Plenty of bang, comparatively few bucks
- Well equipped, inside and out
What we don't
- Lacks the aural fanfare of its performance rivals
- Feels tightly wound in the CBD
- Looks are underwhelming
5. Ford Fiesta
What we like
- Fits like a glove, feels like an extension of your body.
- Good power delivery, always feels ready to go.
- Sharp price (until September).
What we don't
- Suspension is busy (although not firm) and the compromise for razor sharp handling.
- Outdated interior. needs digital speedo, auto dipping passenger side mirror.
- Doesn't feel any different to a standard Fiesta ST.
