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1992 Volkswagen Golf GTI Sells for $87,000 on Bring a Trailer, Shocking Enthusiasts

A 1992 Volkswagen Golf GTI with 53,000 miles sold for a record-breaking price of $87,000 on Bring a Trailer, a well-known platform for vintage vehicle enthusiasts. The sale of this classic VW took many by surprise, including members of the noted Volkswagen forum, VW Vortex.

Evgenii Ushakov

Feb. 7, 2023, 12:22 p.m.
Three generations of Volkswagen Golf R cars go head-to-head in a drag race - which will come out on top?

The Golf R is one of our all-time favorite hot hatches but which of its three generations is best? There’s no better way to find out than a direct drag race.

Evgenii Ushakov

Jan. 18, 2023, 1:50 p.m.
Volkswagen discontinues pint-sized hot hatchback, the up! GTI

Volkswagen has officially announced the discontinuation of its popular tiny hot hatchback, the up! GTI.

Evgenii Ushakov

Jan. 11, 2023, 12:39 p.m.
Farewell to Renault Sport: Megane RS Ultime debuts as the final RS model with limited production run of 1,976 units

The 2023 Renault Megane RS Ultime has made its debut at the 2023 Tokyo Auto Salon, marking the end of Renault's RS line of performance vehicles.

Evgenii Ushakov

Jan. 11, 2023, 11:57 a.m.
2024 Chevrolet Aveo debuts in Mexico as a new entry-level hatchback

The Chevrolet Aveo is a small car that was sold in the United States during the 2000s. The nameplate still exists in Mexico, and a new version will be released there for the 2024 model year. Sales are expected to begin in early 2023.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 12, 2022, 7:07 p.m.
US-built Fisker Pear electric hatchback breaks cover

Fisker has started testing its upcoming Pear electric city car on the roads. It is expected to arrive in 2024 with a price tag of less than $30,000. The Pear will be about the same size as the Chevrolet Trax.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 7, 2022, 1:43 p.m.
Opel Astra Electric can cover 416 kilometers (258 miles) on a full charge

Opel revealed the first images and some specs of the new Astra Electric. The new model will come in hatchback and wagon body styles, similar to the Peugeot e-308 that was unveiled in September.

Evgenii Ushakov

Dec. 1, 2022, 9:32 a.m.
Subaru revealed the new, sixth-generation Impreza: hatchback only, no manual

The Subaru Impreza has arrived in its sixth generation at this year's LA Auto Show. It is appearing as a 2024 model year only in hatchback form, after the sedan variant retired.

Evgenii Ushakov

Nov. 17, 2022, 10:38 p.m.
Renault Megane RS hot hatch heading to retirement in 2023

The Renault Megane RS, the last sports car from Renault Sport and the company's lone remaining petrol-powered hot hatch, has just a year to live. The information comes from a Renault exec in Australia, but it seems to be relevant to other markets as well.

Evgenii Ushakov

Oct. 4, 2022, 1:10 p.m.
Electric car for the masses: Tata Motors launches $10,000 Tiago.ev hatchback

Tata Motors, the biggest Indian automaker, has launched a new electric hatchback that will retail for just $10,000. The company is aiming to make electric cars more affordable and accessible to a wider range of people.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 29, 2022, 1:18 p.m.
Renault R5 Turbo 3E Concept debuts as a 380 hp all-electric drift hatchback

Renault's new electric car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.5 seconds and has a top speed of 200 km/h.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 22, 2022, 11:54 a.m.
New Peugeot E-308 and E-308 SW: electric hatchback and wagon with 400 km range and 156 hp

The two Peugeot 308 silhouettes - the hatchback and estate SW, will be available in an electric version from 2023.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 13, 2022, 10:08 a.m.
2023 Toyota GR Corolla 300 hp hot hatch starts around $37,000

The 2023 Toyota GR Corolla will have a starting price of $36,996. However, if you want the range-topping Morizo Edition, get ready for a $51,000.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 7, 2022, 3:38 p.m.
Compact hatchback Honda Fit received a "spicy" version of the RS

The Honda Fit RS differs from the regular Honda Fit in a slightly more evil design and different hybrid system settings.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 8, 2022, 2:11 p.m.
New Honda Civic Type R unveiled – the most powerful Type R ever

The new generation Honda Civic Type R is named the fastest and most powerful Honda ever offered in the US. The presentation of the novelty took place in Los Angeles.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 21, 2022, 11:32 a.m.
New generation Honda Civic Type R launch date announced

Honda has released a new teaser video and photo of the next generation Civic Type R hot hatchback.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 12, 2022, 11:53 a.m.
Renault 5 Diamant is an electric car with a pretzel instead of a steering wheel in the body of a popular model

Renault celebrated the 50th anniversary of the iconic Renault 5 hatchback with an electric version. The car was named Renault 5 Diamant.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 5, 2022, 11:24 a.m.
New 2023 Honda Civic Type R prototype makes U.S. public debut at Honda Indy 200

Honda brought to America an almost production hot hatchback Civic Type R 2023. A prototype in camouflage was shown to the spectators of Sunday's Honda Indy 200 race at the Mid-Ohio track.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 4, 2022, 12:16 p.m.
MG4 Electric compact hatchback unveiled as Volkswagen ID.3 competitor

The rear-wheel drive MG4 Electric hatchback boasted a range of up to 450 km (280 miles) in the WLTP cycle.

Evgenii Ushakov

June 30, 2022, 1:25 p.m.
New fastback Peugeot 408 unveiled

The new Peugeot 408 is not only a memorable design, but also a roomy trunk, good ground clearance and hybrid versions that charge like electric cars.

Evgenii Ushakov

June 22, 2022, 12:07 p.m.

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