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    Hatchback

    Hatchback

    Hatchbacks are a popular choice because of their clever use of interior space. Available with either three or five doors, they tend to be shorter than traditional sedans, but still offer useful room for storage and passengers. You can buy a hatch in all sizes, from tiny city cars to small and mid-size hatches, right up to large luxury models. 

     

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    Why a hatchback is the smartest car you can buy

    Why a hatchback is the smartest car you can buy

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    Suzuki Swift Hybrid Plus 2024 review: snapshot

    19 June 2024 by Byron Mathioudakis
    Suzuki Swift Hybrid 2024 review: snapshot

    Suzuki Swift Hybrid 2024 review: snapshot

    17 June 2024 by Byron Mathioudakis

    Kia Picanto Sport 2024 review: snapshot

    25 March 2024 by Tom White
    The base-model Kia Picanto Sport is available in either four-speed...Read more

    Subaru Impreza 2.0S 2024 review: snapshot

    23 March 2024 by Tom White
    Subaru's sixth-generation Impreza range has been trimmed down to just...Read more

    Subaru Impreza 2.0R 2024 review: snapshot

    21 March 2024 by Tom White
    Subaru's sixth-generation Impreza brings with it some major changes...Read more

    Honda Civic 2024 review: Type R track test

    12 December 2023 by Chris Thompson
    A Honda Civic Type R on a well-liked race track must be bliss, right? We...Read more
    Mazda 2 GT 2024 review: snapshot

    Mazda 2 GT 2024 review: snapshot

    26 September 2023 by Chris Thompson

    Mazda 2 Evolve 2024 review: snapshot

    24 September 2023 by Chris Thompson
    The Evolve is the most popular badge in the Mazda2 hatchback line-up, with...Read more

    Mazda 2 Pure SP 2024 review: snapshot

    22 September 2023 by Chris Thompson
    The Mazda2 Pure SP is a step up from the entry point into the Mazda...Read more

    Mazda 2 Pure 2024 review: snapshot

    20 September 2023 by Chris Thompson
    The Mazda2 Pure is the entry point into the Mazda Australia line-up, with...Read more

    Toyota GR Corolla 2023 review: Morizo Edition

    29 June 2023 by Tung Nguyen
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