golf mk6
puan: 4.5 /5
http://www.carbuyer.co.uk/reviews/volkswagen/golf/hatchback/review
PROS: (+)
Solid build, strong image
Comfortable, quiet cabin
Decent economy
CONS: (-)
Not as engaging to drive as Ford’s Focus
Optional extras can be expensive
Boot isn’t as big as Honda Civic’s
Seat leon
puan: 4.4 /5
http://www.carbuyer.co.uk/reviews/seat/leon/hatchback/review
PROS: (+)
Sporty feel in the cabin
Massive choice of engines
Spacious inside
CONS: (-)
Isn't as comfortable as many rivals
Boot is too small in this sector
Noisy, especially the diesels
Toyota Auris
puan: 3.9 /5
http://www.carbuyer.co.uk/reviews/toyota/auris/hatchback/review
PROS: (+)
Easy to get comfortable behind the wheel
Lots of cabin storage space
Fuel economy of HSD hybrid
CONS: (-)
Regular petrol and diesel engines lack power
Slightly too much wind, tyre and engine noise
Ride quality isn’t as smooth as it could be
Honda Civic hb
http://www.carbuyer.co.uk/reviews/honda/civic/hatchback/review
puan: 4.3 /5
PROS:
Comfortable driving position
Unique sporty looks
Big boot and versatile storage
CONS:
Uncomfortable over bumps at low speed
Limited rear headroom
Poor visibility out the back
Mazda 3
http://www.carbuyer.co.uk/reviews/mazda/mazda3/hatchback/review
puan: 4.5 /5
PROS:
Stylish exterior
Proven reliability
Great value for money
CONS:
Interior styling a little cluttered
Rear legroom is lacking
Poor economy from the petrol versions
Ford Focus MK2 hb
http://www.carbuyer.co.uk/reviews/ford/focus/hatchback/review
puan : 4.4 /5
PROS:
Great build quality
Excellent to drive
Wide choice of models
CONS:
Steep depreciation
Entry-level cars lack equipment
Smaller engines low on power
Opel (vauxhall) astra
puan : 4.1 /5
PROS:
Quality finish to interior
Cabin comfort
Punchy turbo petrol engines
CONS:
Depreciation
Fussy controls
Questions over reliability
Renault megane 3 hb
http://www.carbuyer.co.uk/reviews/renault/megane/hatchback/review
puan: 4.3 /5
PROS:
Excellent build quality
Most models are comfortable
Good value for money
CONS:
Five-door’s styling is a little bland
Not as practical as some rivals
Confusing array of trim levels
Peugeot 308
http://www.carbuyer.co.uk/reviews/peugeot/308/hatchback/review
puan: 4.1 /5
PROS:
Well built, classy interior
Very safe
Excellent comfort at speed
CONS:
Relatively poor resale values
Reliability is below average
Basic kit on entry-level models
citroen c4
http://www.carbuyer.co.uk/reviews/citroen/c4/coupe/review
puan: 4.3 /5
PROS:
Huge boot
Very comfortable
Generous standard equipment
CONS:
Not exciting to drive
Automatic gearbox is jerky
No engine option under 100g/km of CO2
alfa romeo guiletta
puan : 3.9 /5
PROS:
Interesting looks
Superb MultiAir petrol engines
Stylish cabin layout
CONS:
Uncomfortable driving position
Cramped rear space
List prices are on the high side
Hyundai i30 hatchback
puan: 4,3/5
http://www.carbuyer.co.uk/reviews/hyundai/i30/hatchback/review
PROS:
Low price and brilliant warranty
High levels of standard equipment
Lots of cabin space
CONS:
No version is very quick
Some cabin plastics could be better
Interior design slightly bland
