Coverage tagged Hot hatches.
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A pursuit between a modified Volkswagen Polo GTI and a first-generation Porsche Cayman on the Nürburgring came to an abrupt halt after the Cayman crashed near Wehrseifen.
The upcoming Brabus versions of the Smart ForTwo and ForFour have been photographed without camouflage, revealing new styling and performance cues before their official unveiling.
German tuner Manhart Performance has unveiled the F300, a Mini John Cooper Works upgrade delivering 300hp and a distinctive look, alongside chassis and interior enhancements.
Maruti Suzuki introduced the Baleno RS Concept at the 2016 Auto Expo, previewing a turbocharged hatchback with a 1.0-litre Boosterjet engine and sportier styling.
The i20 Sport special edition debuts in Germany, featuring a 120hp 1.0-litre turbo engine developed at Hyundai’s Rüsselsheim technical centre and unique styling details.
Reports suggest Ford is considering a Fiesta RS with 246bhp to mark the model’s 40th anniversary, but the company has yet to confirm any production plans.
Digital renderings suggest a more aggressive look for the Opel Astra K OPC, hinting at styling cues that could position it against established hot hatch rivals.
A camouflaged Honda Civic Type R sedan has been photographed testing on European roads, raising questions about the model’s market plans and possible launch outside the US.
Renault has launched the fourth-generation Megane at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show, highlighting the new GT flagship with 205 PS, 4Control four-wheel steering and a sharper design.
Honda’s 310hp Civic Type R, already seen at Geneva, made its Frankfurt debut with aggressive styling, a turbocharged engine and a focus on track-inspired performance.
Volkswagen's Golf GTE Sport Concept brought carbon construction, gullwing doors and a 400 PS hybrid powertrain to the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show.
Ford's 2016 Focus RS can now be customised online in the US, with pricing starting at $35,730 and a range of performance options available.
The updated Mercedes-Benz A45 AMG brings more power, sharper styling and enhanced chassis tech, moving ahead of the Audi RS3 Sportback in output.
Opel is planning to expand the Astra K range with GSi and OPC models, targeting rivals like the Focus ST and Golf R with up to 300hp on offer.
Two new trailers preview the last episodes of Top Gear Series 22, featuring hot hatches, classic convertibles and guest stars Gary Lineker and Henry Cavill.
Peugeot’s new 308 GTI hot hatch has been caught without camouflage in France, revealing the production-ready exterior just days before its official unveiling at the 2015 Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Krumm-Performance has launched a comprehensive tuning package for the MINI John Cooper Works, raising output to 300hp and adding track-focused hardware.
The 2015 Polo GTI arrives in Australia with a 1.8-litre turbo engine, manual and DSG options, and a starting price under $30,000 for the dual-clutch variant.
Volkswagen has unveiled the Scirocco GTS, a 220 PS hot hatch with distinctive styling and performance tweaks, ahead of its public premiere at the 2015 Shanghai Auto Show.
Ford brings its updated Focus ST hot hatch to Australian showrooms, with revised suspension, new driver aids and a 2.0-litre turbo engine from May 2015.
BMW has released a comprehensive set of images for the updated 2016 M135i, highlighting the hot hatch’s refreshed design and technical details following its Geneva debut.
The new Skoda Fabia Monte Carlo made its public debut in Geneva, offering a sportier trim for both hatchback and estate versions with exclusive styling and equipment.
Kia has revealed the Cee’d GT Line at Geneva, adding sporty styling and new engines to the Cee’d range across hatchback, estate and coupe bodystyles.
Hyundai’s facelifted i30 made its first public appearance at Geneva in March 2015, introducing a new Turbo flagship and updated styling across the range.