As if the already smoldering Ford Focus RS isn't hot enough, Ford Performance is considering going full blast on the high -
performance hatchback with a limited edition model that's going to break new ground for hot hatchbacks everywhere.
Not exact matches
For those not familiar
with French - car minutiae, the Mégane 265 Trophy is an extremely high -
performance version of Europe's Mégane
hatchback.
The European development team was tasked
with making the Ceed Kia's most dynamic
hatchback yet, laying down some solid foundations for a possible future
performance version.
The French manufacturer has frequently topped our hot
hatchback charts
with its
performance Clios and Meganes; the 182 Trophy and R26.R were included in favourite cars we'd ever tested in our first 200 issues.
With the popularity of the Focus RS and the enthusiasm for aftermarket tuning that has always surrounded fast Fords expect many more tuning houses to join both Hennessey and Mountune in offering
performance upgrades for Ford's hottest every
hatchback.
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.
By the time you've thrown in the Adam's desirable Recaro seats - # 1040
with fabric faces and # 1610
with leather — you're well into the realms of 200 - horse
performance hatchbacks and the case for the Adam weakens further.
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.
This tiny 51 - hp
hatchback may not fit in
with the other
performance cars on this list, but the Nissan Pao was a funky, retro - inspired limited edition car for the Japanese market only.
Although heavily disguised, these images reveal enough to confirm that this high -
performance version of the recently revealed five - door machine that combines
hatchback practicality
with some sleek coupe styling cues.
Back to top 500 Abarth Fiat's
performance - oriented Abarth model comes in 500
hatchback and 500c soft - top form, and it competes
with sporty models like the Mini Cooper S. Its turbocharged 1.4 - liter four - cylinder engine makes 160 hp.
Back to top 500 Abarth Fiat's
performance - oriented Abarth model comes in 500
hatchback and 500c soft - top form, and it competes
with sporty hatches and convertibles like the Mini Cooper S. Its turbocharged 1.4 - liter four - cylinder engine makes 160 hp and 170 pounds - feet of torque.
There's still understeer in the pint - size
hatchback, and it definitely doesn't like trail braking through tighter turns, but I feel both issues could be solved
with a better, more
performance oriented tire.
Back to top 500 Abarth Fiat's
performance - oriented Abarth model comes in 500
hatchback and 500c soft - top form, and it competes
with sporty models like the Mini Cooper S. Its turbocharged 1.4 - liter four - cylinder engine makes 160 hp and 170 pounds - feet of torque.
In this application it actually develops less power than in VW, Audi, SEAT and Skoda's hot
hatchbacks,
with 249bhp at 5000rpm, but there's a meaty 273 lb ft of torque available from 1500rpm so
performance is still on a par
with many vehicles in the hot
hatchback class.
VW's
performance hatchback utilizes a 2.0 - liter turbocharged I - 4 that makes 200 hp and 207 lb - ft of torque that can be mated
with either of two transmissions — a six - speed manual or a six - speed dual - clutch automatic (which costs an extra $ 1100).
The coupe - style
hatchback combines the GT's 201bhp, 1.6 - litre GDI turbocharged engine
with a 44bhp electric motor, the latter powering the rear wheels for additional
performance, or in electric - only mode.
Reviews: *
Hatchback utility
with sport sedan
performance; extended wheelbase increases rear legroom; strong and fuel - efficient engines; all - wheel drive is standard.
2017 Audi A7 Silver Premium Plus quattro quattro 8 - Speed Automatic
with Tiptronic 3.0 L V6 Turbocharged DOHC 24V ULEV II 333hp 29/21 Highway / City MPG Awards: * ALG Residual Value Awards Reviews: * Standard V6 engine delivers exceptional
performance; top - notch tech ranges from an in - car Wi - Fi hotspot to a full set of driver safety aids;
hatchback offers more flexible cargo space than regular sedan's trunk.
Naturally aspirated
performance hatchbacks are rare things nowadays and the high revving FN2 Civic Type R is taut and responsive,
with that addictive VTEC punch at the top end.
It's the second mainstream Nismo model following the Juke Nismo hot
hatchback,
with a GT - R Nismo in the pipeline to act as a headline - grabbing halo model to Nissan's official
performance brand.
Give your Civic
Hatchback a more aggressive, racing - inspired appearance
with the Honda Factory
Performance accessories.
Not only does it offer the power and
performance that the Porsche brand is known for, but it comes
with an added level of utility and practicality thanks to its
hatchback design.
2016 Volkswagen Golf GTI 4D
Hatchback w /
Performance Package Chrome 2.0 L TSI FWD 6 - Speed DSG Automatic
with Tiptronic Clean CARFAX.
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.
High -
performance version of the all - new five - door
hatchback Dodge Caliber
with an all - new 2.4 - liter turbocharged World Engine
A three - cylinder engine is offering a good
performance for the
hatchback model and the interior is equipped
with latest tech features such as Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
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).
The latter is the only model to be offered
with a 168bhp version of the 1.4 - litre engine, so it offers near - hot -
hatchback performance.
Importantly, Honda said that the 10th - gen Civic family «will include Civic Sedan, Coupe and Si models along
with the return of the Civic
hatchback, followed by the launch of a new Civic Type - R as the
performance flagship of the Civic lineup.»
Those a bit younger — especially gamers and motorheads — might equate Subaru
with World Rally Championship dominance thanks to its winning Legacys and Imprezas, along
with the WRX high -
performance sedan and
hatchback that followed.
In keeping
with the Civic
Hatchback's strong Euro character, the color palette is bold and revealing, complementing the body's
performance - themed curves and angles.
But this time, VW sent me a regular Golf TSI SEL, a luxurious
hatchback without all the high -
performance hype — and it's 25 % cheaper than the Golf R, even though it's loaded
with options.
It may be funny - looking, but in Nismo form the 2013 Nissan Juke is one heck of a fun
hatchback,
with excellent
performance technology.
Previewed by a series of concept cars
with mid-engined configurations, the high -
performance Veloster debuted alongside the standard
hatchback at the 2018 Detroit Auto Show.
The Bottom Line It may be funny - looking, but in Nismo form the 2013 Nissan Juke is one heck of a fun
hatchback,
with excellent
performance technology.
Following the launch of the K3 sedan and K3
hatchback, the all - new two - door K3 Koup Turbo boasts European - inspired design and
performance to match
with a 1.6 - liter gasoline direct - injected turbocharged (T - GDi) four - cylinder engine putting out 201 horsepower and 195 lb. - ft.
«ST» stands for «Sport Technologies,» and in the present day, it's come to be associated
with small, engaging, sporty
performance hatchbacks like the Ford Fiesta ST, Ford Focus ST, and... that's it.
The VW Golf GTI combines the style, refinement and
hatchback versatility of the VW Golf
with a high -
performance engine.
More aggressive than ever thanks to the aero kit that Honda added to the already sporty looking Civic
hatchback, the Type R is also a force to be reckoned
with in terms of
performance.
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.
The Civic
Hatchback arrives later this year, to be followed by the
performance - minded Civic Si and hot rod Civic Type R. Honda also announced that as of 2017, all Civics will be offered
with a six - speed manual as well as a CVT.
A Korean automaker, synonymous
with low - priced economy vehicles, had delivered a five - door
hatchback with a legitimate
performance flair.
Regardless of pricing, we believe that Hyundai has finally turned the Veloster into what it was always meant to be, a sporty hot
hatchback that can back up its looks
with insane
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
Due to become available in the UK in March 2015, and expected to reach its first owners here next summer, the extreme high
performance hatchback bolsters the 367PS output from its 2.5 - litre TFSI
with 465 Nm (343.0 lb - ft) of torque, which is available right from 1,625 rpm through to 5,550 rpm, enabling it to punch vigorously at the horizon in any gear and at virtually any speed.
Detailed rating breakdowns (including
performance, comfort, value, interior, exterior design, build quality, and reliability) are available as well to provide shoppers
with a comprehensive understanding of why customers like the 2017 Forte
Hatchback.
With a choice of powerplants that range from a 38 - mpg diesel to a 560 - horsepower twin - turbo V8, this premium
hatchback can appeal to both the fuel - conscious and
performance - minded.
Performance - Both these
hatchbacks come
with 1.2 - litre, 4 - cylinder petrol engines.
Engine Size 5.9 l Mileage 70 miles Previous Owners N / A Bodystyle
Hatchback Seats 2 Transmission Sportshift Exterior Colour Frosted Bahama Yellow Interior Trim Grey Announced in February 2015, the GT12 was launched as Aston Martin's most potent and uncompromising Vantage yet, benefitting from the marques extensive recent racing and track experience to create a road car
with brutal
performance.