Compare the best hatchbacks with carwow

The Volkswagen Golf is a fantastic all-rounder that’s practical, comfortable and very easy to drive. The looks might not be for everyone though, and its infotainment can be a bit fiddly.

The Ford Focus is a good-looking family hatchback that majors on driving fun. There’s plenty of passenger space inside too, but the cabin does look a bit dull.

The Peugeot 208 is an excellent small hatchback with big style appeal. Standard equipment is generous, and it’s a doddle to drive in town – particularly in EV guise. Passenger space is a bit tight, though.

The Volkswagen Polo is a small hatchback that’s practical for its size, impressively comfortable and very well built. It’s not the most exciting car in the world to drive, but it’s very refined.

The Mercedes A-Class is a posh family hatchback with a tech-laden, space-age cabin and plenty of luxury appeal. It’s comfortable too, but is a bit pricey.

The Audi A3 Sportback has one of the best looking interiors of its kind. It has advanced tech and is well made. It’s also bit more expensive than alternatives.

Not only does the Mazda 3 look the part inside and out, it’s one of the more entertaining family hatchbacks to drive too. Space is a bit tight in the back though.

The BMW 1 Series is a sharp-handling hatchback for people who want driving fun and plenty of upmarket appeal. Its cabin looks a bit serious, but it’s spacious, plush and very well put together.

The Toyota Corolla packs plenty of styling punch, and comes with a powerful but efficient hybrid powertrain. It’s fun to drive, comfortable and extremely well-built. Alternatives offer more passenger space, though.

The Vauxhall Astra won’t blow you away by being boldly designed or exceptionally posh inside, but this is still a sensible, comfortable family hatchback that comes with plenty of kit and a range of decent engines.