The Firefly is a premium hatchback that's thoughtfully designed, delivers nimble handling, and is reasonably priced to boot.
Much quieter than expected, the John Cooper Works Cooper 3-Door doesn't roar, nor pops and crackles, but with 380Nm, it is still a riot to drive.
A selection of design upgrades don't detract from the fact that this Audi RS3 continues to deliver scorching hot performance and fine handling aplenty.
Funky, well-specced, and competitively priced, the Dongfeng Box is a compelling compact electric hatch that could well appeal to first-time car-owners.
The Audi A3 Sportback has received tech and feature upgrades to see it fending off the sharper handling and perkier BMW 1 Series.
The M135's tried-and-tested hot hatch formula admittedly isn't new - but in a world quickly skewing electric, it actually feels paradoxically refreshing.
Feline puns aside, ORA's Good Cat is nippy, user-friendly, has a snazzy design and is relatively affordable, which could attract first-time EV buyers.
With its retro-licious styling, robustly-built interior and good level of range, the all-electric Good Cat is a distinct and impressive first effort by ORA.
The Citroen e-C4 may come with a bold exterior, but its sensible electric drivetrain coupled with a comfortable ride should appeal to the practical-minded.
The Audi RS3 Sportback comes with a unique drivetrain and an aggressive yet compact shell. Do you still need more in your hot hatch?
The 1.0-litre A3 Sportback may be a base model, but performance aside, it delivers the same level of refinement as the more expensive 1.5-litre variant.
With its adorable exterior design and minimalist interior, the Honda-e is one undeniably attractive electric hatchback.
The 223i adds more performance and more kit to an already highly impressive 2 Series Active Tourer outfit.
The improved electric range and charging capacity of the new BMW 230e make it a viable and compelling present-day electrified solution for the family man.
The MINI Electric gets a facelift to keep it up to date, but it continues to lack range when compared to its peers.
The Hyundai i30 1.0 is a good-looking hatchback that comes with a standard suite of safety features that's often only seen in more premium models.
The MINI Electric bundles a new form of motoring fun into an adorable little package.
With a simplified yet design inside and out, the Mazda3 hatchback challenges its premium counterparts with raised refinement and build quality.
The new Mazda3 Hatchback and Seat Leon looks to dethrone the Volkswagen Golf as the clear choice for a premium and accessible family hatchback.
The all new Mazda3 Hatchback impresses with its sleek sheet metal, premium cabin and a new mild hybrid engine.