Sentences with phrase «drive performance hatchback»

Available only as a five - door, with two trim grades, it is set to catapult Honda back to the top of the two - wheel drive performance hatchback league when it goes on sale across Europe from July 2015.

This time is unmatched by any other front - wheel drive performance hatchback.

Not exact matches

Few with their hearts set on a two - seater roadster will see tarted - up hatchbacks as worthy alternatives, but in purely evo terms — those of driving thrills, interaction and performance — the latest generation of hot hatches make strong cases for themselves.

The RS7 does not 100 percent fit into the mold of sedan, hatchback, or wagon, but we love its insane all - wheel - drive performance too much to ignore it.

While that's to be expected, and similarly - sized crossovers stray into similar pricing territory, we can't help but notice the availability of some proper evo performance favourites for similar money - notably a wide range of hot hatchbacks, most of which are as practical as the jacked - up Countryman but considerably better to drive.

All Mini hatchbacks are fun to drive though; even the entry - level models are agile enough to raise a smile, while the Coopers - either petrol or D - add to that with even greater performance.

You'd think that a list of powerful front - wheel - drive cars would include plenty of hot hatchbacks and inexpensive performance cars.

All of these things make the Ford Fiesta ST a hoot to drive, but we're curious to see if its everyday hatchback credentials can live up to its performance potential.

The new turbocharged, all - wheel drive hot hatchback will go on sale in the U.S. in spring 2016, and this prototype spotted testing on our shores likely means that Ford Performance is finalizing tuning for the U.S. - spec version of the car.

Reviews: * Hatchback utility with sport sedan performance; extended wheelbase increases rear legroom; strong and fuel - efficient engines; all - wheel drive is standard.

Reviews: * Balances sharp handling with a ride quality that won't beat you up; engine choices offer power, smoothness and fuel efficiency; interior is upscale and spacious, with logical, easy - to - use controls Source: Edmunds * Hatchback utility with sport sedan performance; extended wheelbase increases rear legroom; strong and fuel - efficient engines; all - wheel drive is standard.

Delivering more serious performance, the A250 is available with optional 4MATIC four - wheel drive and has 215bhp, while the Mercedes - AMG A45 hot hatchback can almost be thought of as a separate model (we've reviewed it separately).

Of course, the compact hatch has spawned its own performance sub sector, and hot hatchbacks like the VW Golf GTI, Ford Focus RS and host of others can rival the best supercars for driving fun.

And it is easy to have big fun when you're driving these small, high - performance coupes and hatchbacks.

Sep 22, 2016 — With advanced new turbocharged engines and new and updated manual and Continuously Variable Transmissions, the 2017 Civic Hatchback offers exceptional fuel efficiency and fun - to - drive performance.

This model sets itself apart with electric option, available capacious wagon, impressive fuel economy, all - wheel - drive availability, Practical and spacious hatchback layout, sharp steering and handling, and affordable performance

«The new Type R is the ultimate expression of racing,» added Pulley about the front - wheel drive, high - performance hatchback.

Source: Edmunds * Hatchback utility with sport sedan performance; extended wheelbase increases rear legroom; strong and fuel - efficient engines; all - wheel drive is standard.

The CX - 3 seems tailor - made for subcompact - segment shoppers who crave the vigor and style of a sports car or high - performance hatchback but also want great fuel economy and the raised ride height, all - wheel - drive availability, and all - around versatility of a subcompact SUV.

After a five year wait, 2015 sees the arrival of the world's most keenly anticipated hot hatch, the Honda Civic Type R. Billed as a «race car for the road», the all - new Civic Type R will set new standards in the high - performance front - wheel drive hatchback segment.

They confirm that if you want to give your hot hatchback a fighting chance at out - and - out performance dominance in 2017, it has to be four - wheel - drive.

Audi drive select, Colour driver's information system display, Parking system plus - front + rear, Progressive power assisted steering, Service interval indicator, Voice control system, Audi music interface, DAB Digital radio, Speed dependent audio volume control, Body colour bumpers, Dual branch oval twin exhaust tailpipes, Front and rear electric windows, LED daytime running lights, LED headlights with headlight washers, LED rear lights, Rear wiper, RS design body styling, 3 adjustable rear headrests, 3 spoke flat bottomed sports multifunctional leather steering wheel with aluminium look gearshift paddles, 60/40 split folding rear seat, Adjustable front armrest, Aluminium door sill trims, Aluminium pedals, Dual zone electronic climate control, Front passenger seat isofix location point, Heated front seats, Height adjustable front seats, Height / depth adjustable steering column, Isofix attachments on rear seats, Jack and tool kit, Light and rain sensor pack - A3 Hatchback / Sportback, Storage and luggage pack - A3 / RS3, 3 point seatbelts on all seats, ABS / EBD, Active front headrests, ASR, Curtain airbags, Driver and passenger side airbags, Driver / Front Passenger airbags, Drivers knee airbag, EDL, Electric child locks, Electromechanical parking brake, ESC - Electronic Stability Control + traction control, Front passenger airbag deactivation, High performance braking system, Seatbelt warning, Tyre pressure monitor, Warning triangle and first aid kit, Anti-theft wheel bolts, Remote control central locking, Thatcham category 1 alarm + immobiliser, RS sports suspension, Aluminium air vent surrounds, Aluminium trim elements, Tyre repair kit

With a bottom - line base price of less than $ 25,000, the GTI doesn't cost all that much more than economy - minded small hatchbacks, yet it offers a sportier, more exclusive look — as well as a good list of standard features and a more athletic driving feel.This model sets itself apart with affordable performance, great steering and handling, Athletic, responsive driving feel, impressive fuel economy, straightforward, practical, and spacious interior layout, and excellent DSG transmission

It's an exciting 3 - door hatchback that boasts a powerful design with superior basic driving, cornering, and braking performance characteristics.

The 2015 Honda Fit will be a winning combination of fun - to - drive performance, super versatile hatchback cargo space, and of course, green and clean fuel efficiency.

The new Civic Hatchback should appeal to any driver in Chicago who wants an efficient, practical hatchback that also delivers the latest technology, and plenty of fun - to - drive perHatchback should appeal to any driver in Chicago who wants an efficient, practical hatchback that also delivers the latest technology, and plenty of fun - to - drive perhatchback that also delivers the latest technology, and plenty of fun - to - drive performance.

Powered by a 109hp 1.6 - liter engine, the front - wheel drive CVT equipped Nissan Versa Note trails other subcompact hatchbacks when it comes to performance and it offers uninspiring driving dynamics.

Now available in many forms, from an all - wheel - drive sedan to a sports wagon, a hatchback, plug - in hybrid and the tire - burning high - performance M3, there's a 3 Series for every buyer.

Expect a sophisticated all - wheel - drive system, a turbocharged performance and a hatchback - body style.

The new Focus RS hot hatchback was designed with four - wheel drive in mind from the start to elevate the car to new levels of performance and driver involvement.

The 2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI combines the style, practicality, refinement, and hatchback versatility of the iconic VW Golf with a high - performance engine and a number of performance aids, resulting in a phenomenal driving experience.

The compact Ford Focus hatchback is available with an assortment of power plants, including the standard 160 - horsepower 2.0 - liter 4 - cylinder, a frugal 123 - horsepower turbocharged 3 - cylinder that has a combined fuel economy rating of up to 35 miles per gallon, a green 143 - horsepower electric version with a range of 76 miles, and two high - performance variants that are targeted towards driving enthusiasts, including one with all - wheel drive and 350 horsepower.

Awards: * 2017 IIHS Top Safety Pick Reviews: * Balances sharp handling with a ride quality that won't beat you up, engine choices offer power, smoothness and fuel efficiency, interior is upscale and spacious, with logical, easy - to - use controls Source: Edmunds * Both the six - and eight - cylinder engines are powerful and refined, front and rear seats are spacious and comfortable, interior is well - built with top - notch materials, dual - mode liftgate improves cargo - carrying flexibility Source: Edmunds * Hatchback utility with sport sedan performance, extended wheelbase increases rear legroom, strong and fuel - efficient engines, all - wheel drive is standard.

«The enhanced performance will increase the Veloster's appeal for drivers who want the perfect combination of stand - out design, a fun drive and the practicality of a hatchback.»

43/31 Highway / City MPG Awards * 2017 IIHS Top Safety Pick Reviews * Balances sharp handling with a ride quality that won't beat you up engine choices offer power, smoothness and fuel efficiency interior is upscale and spacious, with logical, easy - to - use controls Source Edmunds * Hatchback utility with sport sedan performance extended wheelbase increases rear legroom strong and fuel - efficient engines all - wheel drive is standard.

That's great performance in a hatchback, but seeing as it employs an all - wheel drive system things are more about going around a track fast as opposed to going fast in a straight line.

With their timeless style, all - wheel - drive powertrains, beautifully crafted interiors, and top - notch safety and infotainment technologies, the 2018 Audi RS 7 and Audi RS 7 Performance rank among the world's most desirable hatchbacks.

Regardless, it is an appealing option for people looking for a premium hatchback with limited driving requirements within cities, where performance isn't a key criteria.

Being officially launched to the press in Spain this week before right - hand drive deliveries begin in April, the new RS combines upper - echelon hot hatchback power and performance with superb handling and driver engagement and an outstanding value proposition.

2017 Tornado Red Volkswagen 4D Hatchback Golf R DCC & Navigation 4Motion 4Motion AWD 6 - Speed DSG Automatic with Tiptronic 2.0 L TSI Reviews: * Impressive performance from the all - wheel - drive system; great handling without sacrificing ride quality; interior is well built with excellent materials; accommodating and flexible cargo space Source: Edmunds * Cargo capacity on par with compact crossovers; upscale interior; responsive and fuel - efficient engine; sophisticated ride; standard all - wheel drive and extra ground clearance compared to the regular Golf wagon.

It provides the utility and flexibility of a small crossover along with the performance drive experience similar to hot hatchbacks.

Models include two high - performance hot hatchbacks — the legendary GTI and the 292 - horsepower all - wheel - drive Golf R — as well as the all - electric e-Golf.

In 2001, the Mini Cooper was born as a premium hatchback which concentrated on performance and fun - to - drive factor with a touch of retro look.

We've driven other hatchbacks in the segment, such as the Ford Focus ST, that offer similar performance, but none offer the perfect balance of comfort and fun that the GTI rolls into one amazing package.

In combination, the Hybrid Synergy Drive ® system's 1.8 litre VVT - i petrol engine and electric motor generate a maximum power output of 136 DIN hp, equipping the Auris HSD with a 0 - 100 km / h acceleration time of 11.4 seconds and a maximum speed of 180 km / h - performance to match any conventional 2.0 litre diesel or petrol hatchback.

Capable of operating both independently and in combination, the Hybrid Synergy Drive ® system's 1.8 litre VVT - i petrol engine and electric motor generate a maximum power output of 136 DIN hp, equipping the Toyota Auris HSD with a 0 - 100 km / h acceleration time of 11.4 seconds and a maximum speed of 180 km / h - performance to match any conventional 2.0 litre diesel or petrol hatchback.

On the other hand, if you disregard the front fascia, you ended up with an interesting and well - made small hatchback that comes with rear - wheel drive, great interior and plenty of driving performance.