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Reviews2025 Volkswagen Golf GTI review: Stylish refresh for the hot hatch icon
The Mk8.5 Volkswagen Golf GTI successfully evolves the storied model after a half-decade of existence.
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ReviewsMini Cooper JCW Favoured review: Where does it rank for hot hatch fans?
How does the range-topping Mini Cooper JCW fare in a changing landscape of hot hatches?
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ReviewsToyota GR Corolla: Where does it rank among remaining hot hatch options?
The Toyota GR Corolla now has an automatic transmission option. That adds to its appeal but how does it measure up against its rivals?
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ReviewsHyundai i20 N review: Sub-$40K hot hatch now almost exclusive to Australia
Australians love performance cars and we’re one of few markets to receive Hyundai’s smallest hot hatch. Is the updated model all you could ever want in a sporty, fast and fun car?
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ReviewsMazda3 G20 Pure hatchback: Mature drive and excellent cabin offset dated engine
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ReviewsToyota GR Yaris GT: Our verdict on the hot hatch’s fifth-year facelift
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ReviewsHyundai i30 N Line Premium: Your need-to-know about the updated mild-hybrid hatchback
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ReviewsHyundai Inster: First local drive of the sub-compact EV aimed at city dwellers
Hatchback News
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NewsNew MINI Paul Smith Edition revealed ahead of 2026 Australian launch
The latest collaboration between MINI and British designer Sir Paul Smith blends electric power with signature style, continuing a creative partnership spanning more than two decades.
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News2025 Japan Mobility Show: Mazda hints at next Mazda 2 with reveal of Vision X-Compact hatch
Mazda has used the 2025 Japan Mobility Show to preview the Vision X-Compact hatchback, a possible hint at what the next Mazda 2 will look like.
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NewsKia previews EV4 GT: All-wheel-drive hot hatch targets the Golf R
The new Kia EV4 GT – seen in ‘official’ spy shots – promises up to 300kW and everyday usability with a performance edge.
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NewsBYD previews ‘cheapest EV’ ATTO 1 and compact ATTO 2 ahead of Australian arrival
BYD will soon expand its local electric line-up with two new models – including Australia’s most affordable EV – offering Blade Battery tech, fast charging and smart connectivity.
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NewsToyota GR Corolla: Hot hatch upgrade revealed for 2026
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NewsVolkswagen Polo CityLife: Special edition brings extra features to small hatch
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NewsBYD Seagull aka Atto 1 confirmed for NZ this year, yet to be announced for Australia
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NewsLeapmotor unveils B05 Hatch and B10 SUV at IAA Munich
