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Hot Hatches

Made popular by the Volkswagen Golf GTI, Hot Hatches are high-performance versions of economy cars with a hatchback design.

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20 "Cheap" Cars That Go 0-60 In Under 5 Seconds

Sit back and imagine yourself in a car hitting 60 mph in under 5 seconds and still being under budget!

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The Honda CR-X Restomod In This Render Is The 2-Door Coupe The Acura Integra Could Learn From

When Honda makes great cars the world takes notice - our render reminds us of the style and originality of cars like the CR-X from Honda's golden age.

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Why We'd Love It If Ford Gave This Facelifted 2024 Ford Focus RS Render Model The Green Light

It didn't get the future it deserved - but the all-wheel-drive RS lives on in our render where the facelifted Focus has a chance to spread its wings.

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Sorry, Americans Are Wrong About Hot Hatchbacks

While the rest of the world continues to embrace practical fun, the U.S. is missing out.

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10 Best Hot Hatchbacks To Buy That Are Great Sports Car Alternatives

There are only a handful of hot hatch models still available in the US, so grab the best ones while you still can.

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2025 Toyota GR Prius: Price, Release Date, Specs, And Everything We Know

Toyota unveiled a daring concept car at the centenary edition of the 24-Hours of Le Mans Race: the Prius 24h Le Mans Centennial GR Edition.

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Honda Civic Type R Vs Toyota GR Corolla Comparison

With the duo posing as two of the hot-hatch new school's finest, here’s why the 2023 Civic Type R slightly edges it.

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See How Much Faster A $500 Used Honda Civic Can Go With A K20A Engine Swap

The K20A inline-4 engine from the DC5 Integra is a big upgrade over the Honda Civic EG's D15 engine - here's how it translates in track times.

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10 Four-Cylinder Engines Every Gearhead Holds In High Regard

Contrary to popular belief, four-cylinder engines are actually cool, and these are the most legendary four-bangers ever made.

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10 Reasons To Choose A Subaru WRX Over A Volkswagen Golf R

Subaru WRX still has the upper hand in front of the Golf R, despite being lower on the power department.

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How The 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Silences EV Skeptic Gearheads

With more power onboard than a Lamborghini Huracan, Hyundai’s first high-performance electric car has everything a gearhead can dream of.

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Here Are The Best And Worst Volkswagen Golf GTI Models Over The Years

Europe's most iconic hot hatch, the Golf GTI, wasn't always the star of Volkswagen's lineup – here's how its versions compare.

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9 Classic German Hatchbacks Built For Performance

Germany has produced some of the greatest performance cars in the world – a skill that carried over even to its smallest cars.

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The 2023 MG MG4 EV XPower Is The Company’s Most Powerful Production Car In History

MG's new MG4 EV XPower is the most powerful production vehicle the company has ever made, with over 400 hp and it is to debut at Goodwood's 2023 FoS.

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Honda Civic Type R: 9 Lesser-Known Facts About The Performance Icon

Honda's performance icon blends practicality and speed.

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10 Reasons The 2024 Acura Integra Type S Should Be On Your Shopping List

Find out why the 2024 Acura Integra Type S is way more than just a more luxurious Civic Type R.

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10 City Cars That Pack A Punch On The Open Road

There is more to life than supercars and sports cars, as these city cars and hot hatches prove with their fun, speed, and affordability.

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Here's The Best Four-Cylinder Car In Every Segment In 2023

Combining fuel efficiency with performance, modern four-cylinders power some of the best new cars in every segment.

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10 Things To Expect From The 2024 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Is the 2024 GTI going to be the last hurrah of the medium-rare Golf as we know it? These 10 things could help decide just that.

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10 Reasons To Choose The GR Corolla Over The Volkswagen Golf R

The Toyota GR Corolla is a Volkswagen Golf R beater with a three-cylinder heart.

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