Hot hatches

Abarth 500e 2024 review

By Andrew Chesterton · 15 Mar 2024

The Abarth 500e is the brand's first all-electric hot hatch, and a more potent version of the very good Fiat 500e we've already tested. But can the Italian brand really inject the theatre and soul its petrol-powered cars are so famous for into its first EV? We put the Abarth 500e to the test to find out.

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Hyundai teases electric i30 N replacement

By Stephen Ottley · 09 Mar 2024

The architect behind Hyundai’s high-performance N division has one last goal before he retires permanently - to build a “small” and “crazy” electric replacement for the i30 N hot hatch.

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Hyundai i30 N 2024 review: Sedan

By Byron Mathioudakis · 01 Mar 2024

For sheer, track-tuned hot-hatch excitement in a sedan suit, nothing tastes quite as sweet as the Hyundai i30 Sedan N. As sharply-priced as it is styled, the Subaru WRX pocket-rocket alternative has undergone a substantial facelift for 2024, gaining myriad chassis upgrades to make it even more of a hoot. That something that grew from the dull old Elantra can be so feisty and fun is quite amazing.

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Toyota GR Corolla too manual for you?

By Laura Berry · 18 Jan 2024

Toyota's GR Corolla could be next on the list to get an automatic transmission

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Lexus LBX Morizo RR is a hi-po SUV concept

By James Cleary · 12 Jan 2024

Lexus has unveiled a high-performance concept version of its LBX compact hybrid crossover inspired by Toyota Motor Corporation Chairman, Akio Toyoda.

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Automatic now available for 2024 Yaris GR!

By Tim Nicholson · 12 Jan 2024

After launching exclusively with a six-speed manual gearbox, the prayers of some hot hatch fans have just been answered. The 2024 Toyota GR Yaris has just been revealed at the Tokyo Auto Salon and among a number of key changes, the ballistic baby hatch will now be offered with the option of an eight-speed automatic transmission.

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Honda Civic 2024 review: Type R track test

By Chris Thompson · 12 Dec 2023

A Honda Civic Type R on a well-liked race track must be bliss, right? We take Honda Australia up on the offer to find out.

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Mazda 3 2024 review: Evolve SP G25 hatch

By Byron Mathioudakis · 03 Dec 2023

Now half a decade old, the current Mazda 3 range has not only aged well, but has undergone a consistent stream of improvements to help keep the Japanese small car stalwart fresh. Key changes for 2024 include updated multimedia and functionality upgrades, but the real story is just how competitive - as well as premium - the higher-end grades like the G25 Evolve SP feel. Premium sums it up nicely.

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MG puts brakes on after XPower steering issue

By Laura Berry · 17 Nov 2023

MG has halted deliveries of its MG4 XPower as the brand races to address a steering issue with the sporty electric hatch.

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MG MG4 XPower 2024 review

By Stephen Ottley · 17 Nov 2023

MG is going after the Honda Civic Type R and Toyota GR Corolla with an all-electric hot hatch. We hit the road to find out if this a sign of things to come or a step too far, too soon for the EV market.The MG4 XPower packs plenty of performance but can it provide the driving thrills hot hatch buyers demand? Read our review to find out.

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