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About This Quiz
Hatchbacks represent a combination of the spaciousness of a sedan with the convenience of a station wagon. They prove themselves practical when going on long trips or when running errands.
However, HOT hatchbacks are all that and then some. The best hot hatches deliver outstanding performance and a gripping drive, all neatly wrapped up in a practical, affordable, stylish everyday package. There are some amazing hot hatches on sale today, and it might be difficult to choose the perfect one, because the rivals within the industry constantly out-game each other.
The modern driver has an outstanding selection of hot hatchbacks to choose from, ranging from the spacious, fast Hyundai i30 N or Honda Civic Type R, to the smaller and sportier models such as the Peugeot 208 GTi.
The performance of hot hatches is continuously increasing with each new model, but the running costs remain low, which means you can still get to drive a fun, exciting car at a reasonable mile-per-gallon rate.
Manufacturers have perfected the hot hatch formula over the last 40 years, but the original models from the '80s remain popular to this day. Today’s hot hatchbacks are fully powered, and they come in a wide variety of models from a number of manufacturers.
Are you a hot hatch fan? Can you recognize the most popular hot hatchbacks of today? Take this quiz for an exciting drive through some of the most outstanding hot hatches in the world!
Kia Forte5 SX
Ford Focus RS
Ford Focus RS is the latest of a long line of fast Fords designed with one mission: to bring outstanding performance to people with regular paychecks. The engine feels bigger than it is, and the all-around usability of this car is top notch.
Hyundai Elantra GT Sport
Peugeot 308 GTi
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BMW M140i
The BMW M140i is visually identical to M135i, but there is a different engine under the hood. The M140i has replaced the M135i complete with a new engine, and it has taken its place atop BMW’s 1 Series range.
Subaru WRX STI
Volkswagen Golf GTI
BMW X2
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Honda Fit Sport
Hyundai i30N
Volkswagen Golf R
Audi S3
The Audi S3 is a subcompact hatchback that started manufacturing and marketing in 1996. It's now in its third generation of production and is produced by the Audi subdivision of the Volkswagen Group.
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Mercedes-AMG A45
The target audience for the Mercedes-AMG A45 is young drivers in their 30s and 40s, which is much younger than a typical super-saloon buyer. The most powerful hot hatchback on sale is meant to create a place for AMG in the younger market.
Renault Megane IV RS
BMW M135i
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
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Audi RS3
Mini Cooper John Cooper Works
Ford Fiesta ST
The Ford Fiesta is a subcompact hatchback that’s shown to be a pretty good performance car with a good value. Its turbocharged 1.6l four-cylinder engine delivers 197 horsepower. The only thing that may limit the potential audience is the car’s manual transmission.
Skoda Octavia vRS 245
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Ford Focus ST
Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport S
BMW i3s
Fiat 500 Abarth
Not only has the fun, perky Fiat 500 Abarth got the hot hatch aesthetic nailed down, but it also has the performance to match. For some extra cash, you can turn your 500 Abarth into a playful convertible.
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Mazda 3 2.5
Although the beautiful Mazda 3 2.5 is one of the most affordable modern hot hatches, this incredible vehicle is no compromise. It packs an amazing powertrain and delivers a whopping 184 horsepower.
Chevrolet Sonic Premier
Seat Leon Cupra SC 300
Hyundai Veloster Turbo R-Spec
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Honda Civic Si
Mercedes-AMG GLA45
2018 Chevrolet Bolt
The Chevrolet Bolt delivers 200 horsepower packed in a compact electric car. This cute hatch is very practical thanks to its comfortable and spacy interior, high safety scores and an impressive 238-mile range.
MINI Cooper S
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Vauxhall Astra VXR
BMW i3s
When you think of a hot hatchback, you might not think of a small electric car, but that’s because you haven’t driven the BMW i3s. A powerful motor, fun exterior, and typical BMW luxury and quality inside make this pretty guy very entertaining.
Kia Soul
Honda Civic Type R
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Alfa Romeo MiTo
Seat Leon Cupra 300
Subaru WRX
Audi RS3
Under the hood of the new Audi RS3 is the famous 1.5 liter TFSI turbocharged engine that’s well-known for its remarkable (and unique) firing order along with its inimitable sound.
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Renault Megane RS Trophy
Renault is famous for its incredible hot hatches, but the latest generation goes one step further than the competition. By using tech from Formula 1 cars, Renault managed to create the Megane RS Trophy that rages in 296 horsepower.
Audi S1
Ford Focus RS
BMW M135i
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Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport S
Honda Civic Type R
The Honda Civic Type R is the most powerful, highest-performing version of the Honda Civic line. The hot hatch features a stiffened, lightened body, upgraded brakes and chassis and a specially tuned engine.
Peugeot 308 GTi
Seat Leon Cupra SC 300
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Honda Fit Sport
Kia Soul
Volkswagen Golf GTI
Ford Focus ST
The Ford Focus ST gets 252 horsepower from a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, which is more than enough for everyday driving. The car provides a fine balance of a smooth ride and sharp handling.
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Mercedes-AMG A45
Chevrolet Sonic Premier
Although the Chevrolet Sonic Premier is a smart compact car, it comes in a powerful hot hatch version, too. It's powered by a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine, and its lowered suspension adds a touch of sportiness.
Audi S1
BMW M140i
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Kia Forte5 SX
Peugeot 308 GTi
Toyota Yaris GRMN
The Toyota Yaris GRMN was one of the most desirable hot hatchbacks when it was introduced. All 400 European samples were sold instantly. With its beautiful exterior and powerful 1.8-liter engine, it was one of the most in-demand hatches of the year.
Renault Megane IV RS
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Volkswagen Golf R
The Volkswagen Golf R is one of the best all-around performance cars on the market. It’s the ultimate hot hatchback with its powerful engine and crisp styling, and there is also a "superhatch" version available, with a more premium appearance and more horsepower.
BMW M135i
Honda Civic Si
Subaru WRX
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Hyundai Elantra GT Sport
Ford Fiesta ST
Mini Cooper John Cooper Works
The Mini Cooper John Cooper Works is the most extreme Mini hot hatch on sale. The motorsport-inspired specification list makes it a hardcore motorcar. You might not have much space in the back, but you’ll have tons of fun.
Mazda 3 2.5
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Subaru WRX
Hyundai Veloster Turbo R-Spec
The Hyundai Veloster got fully redesigned for 2019. The R-Spec comes with an exclusive short-throw shift kit and a six-speed manual shifter. With sharper responses and less body roll than before, this hot hatch ranks high in its class.
Fiat 500 Abarth
Honda Civic Si
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BMW X2
Why settle for one type of car when you can have two? The BMW X2 is the love child of a compact, luxury SUV and a hot hatchback, and it delivers the optimal balance of style, power and comfort.
Chevrolet Bolt
Vauxhall Astra VXR
Renault Megane RS Trophy
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Skoda Octavia vRS 245
Ford Focus RS
MINI Cooper S
Audi S1
The feisty Audi S1 is one of the most favored supermini hot hatchbacks. It’s an eager little beast with a whopping 273lb ft of torque when the turbo starts roaring. It may be expensive for a mini, but it’s worth every penny.
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Mazda 3 2.5
Seat Leon Cupra 300
For many people, the Seat Leon Cupra 300 represents the very definition of a hot hatchback. It’s a more hardcore version of the Leon Cupra R, and it looks and feels incredibly stylish and powerful with 306 horsepower.
Audi S3
Chevrolet Bolt
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Subaru WRX STI
The Subaru WRX STI is among the first super-hot hatchbacks to appear featuring all-wheel drive, Brembo brakes, a 305 horsepower turbocharged engine, performance tires, and a front helical. Many experts compare it to the old Impreza.
Mercedes-AMG A45
BMW M140i
Renault Megane RS Trophy
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BMW i3s
Fiat 500 Abarth
Honda Civic Type R
Hyundai i30N
Hyundai’s first serious attempt at building a hot hatch resulted in the i130N, which battered established rivals such as the Ford Focus ST and Volkswagen Golf GTI. The engineering team behind the powerful performance model is led by ex-BMW M division chief Albert Biermann.
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Ford Fiesta ST
Seat Leon Cupra SC 300
Since it first arrived back in 2013, with a choice of either 265bhp or 280bhp, the Seat Leon Cupra has kept evolving. The Leon Cupra 300 is efficiently and effortlessly fast; it gets from 0-62mph in 5.8 seconds.
Audi RS3
Chevrolet Sonic Premier
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Mercedes-AMG GLA45
Honda Fit Sport
Alfa Romeo MiTo
The new Alfa Romeo MiTo is probably one of the cutest, most stylish small hot hatches out there. It’s instantly recognizable, just like all Alfas, but it doesn’t offer the option of five doors like its rivals. Instead, it gives you three engines to choose from.
Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport S
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Ford Focus ST
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
The pace and feel in hard driving of the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution allow it to still rank high on many hot hatchback lists. The new Evo is expected to be part hybrid, which might not sit well with the loyalists.
BMW i3s
Renault Megane RS Trophy
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Hyundai Elantra GT Sport
Kia Forte5 SX
Mercedes-AMG A45
Volkswagen Golf GTI
The Volkswagen Golf GTI is one of the first hot hatchbacks, and it still holds steady as one of the best examples on the market to this day. It’s derived from the Golf, and it received more power and refreshed styling in 2018.
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Mini Cooper S
The exciting new Mini Cooper S and its John Cooper Works trim-line are incredibly fun to drive. This hot hatchback runs faster lap times than most three series sedans. It’s available in three-door and five-door variants.
Volkswagen Golf R
Audi RS3
Renault Megane IV RS
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Kia Soul
Ford Focus RS
Skoda Octavia vRS 245
The Skoda Octavia vRS 245 is the most powerful Octavia to have made production to this day. This hot hatchback’s standard specification list is as long as they get, which makes this grey Skoda very desirable.
Fiat 500 Abarth
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Vauxhall Astra VXR
The new Vauxhall Astra VXR features a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine that produces 276 horsepower and 295lb ft of torque. This hot hatch is a bit of an animal, going from zero to 62mph in 5.9 seconds flat with a top speed of 155mph.
Mini Cooper John Cooper Works
BMW X2
Mazda 3 2.5
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Audi S3
Ford Fiesta ST
Subaru WRX
BMW M135i
The BMW M135i is a fine, powerful car that easily breaks the 300 bhp barrier. It’s packed with a 3.0-liter turbocharged engine that produces 322 bhp and 332 lb ft of torque, all of it wrapped up in a dynamic, stylish package.
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Chevrolet Bolt
Honda Civic Si
Honda Civic has gone incredibly far in just two years. A full redo of the Civic line brings a five-door hatch available in two variants: Civic Sport and Type R. It’s sexy, it’s affordable and it means business.
Ford Focus ST
Hyundai Veloster Turbo R-Spec
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Subaru WRX STI
Volkswagen Golf R
Alfa Romeo MiTo
Kia Soul SX Turbo
The 2018 Kia Soul SX Turbo comes powered with a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine that delivers 201 horsepower. Not only does this hot hatch provide much peppier acceleration from other sedan models, it’s also more fuel-efficient.
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Hyundai Veloster Turbo R-Spec
Audi S1
Renault Megane IV RS
The beautiful French hot hatch called Renault Megane IV RS is packed with a turbocharged 1.8-liter TCE engine that produces 275 horsepower. It accelerates from 0-62 mph in 5.9 seconds.
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
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Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport S
Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport S is the most powerful production Golf ever, but it’s also the fastest front-wheel-drive production car to lap the Nürburgring. It managed 7:49.21 seconds around the Green Hell, which is 1.5 seconds faster than the Honda Civic Type R.
Mini Cooper John Cooper Works
Hyundai i30N
BMW X2
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Seat Leon Cupra 300
Hyundai Elantra GT Sport
The 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT Sport is proof you can squeeze 201 horsepower out of an Elantra for a fairly reasonable price. The GT hatchback comes with a turbocharged 1.6-liter engine and a choice of manual or automatic transmission.
Alfa Romeo MiTo
Subaru WRX STI
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Honda Fit Sport
The Honda Fit Sport is one of the most practical and most affordable cars on the market today. The Sport trim is new for the 2018 model year, and it turned out to be a solid step up from the base model.
Seat Leon Cupra SC 300
Vauxhall Astra VXR
Volkswagen Golf GTI
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Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
Skoda Octavia vRS 245
MINI Cooper S
Kia Forte5 SX
Although the Kia Forte needs a little tweaking and upgrading to achieve a full hot hatchback status, it’s still a good starting point. The Forte5 SX hatchback comes with a 1.6-liter engine that delivers 201 horsepower.
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