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Hatchback & Wagon Reviews

Independent, unbiased 5-door hatchback and wagon reviews by our experienced road test editors.

2018 Honda Fit Sport Review: Where’s the Performance Upgrade?

Subcompact Sedans Chris Chase -
With no performance bump, the 2018 Honda Fit Sport adds black wheels, a chrome tailpipe, a subtle body kit & a black/orange interior, all slapped with a 'sport' badge.

2018 Hyundai Ioniq Electric Plus PHEV Review: A Hybrid for Hatchback Fans

Electric & Hybrid Chris Chase -
A new Hyundai hybrid hits the scene. We review the 2018 Ioniq Electric Plus - a middle ground between the EV and the standard hybrid car.

First Drive: 2018 Buick Regal GS Review

Mid-Size Sedans Amee Reehal -
The stylish, V6-powered Regal GS makes a strong case for buying a US sportback sedan.

2018 MINI Countryman Cooper SD ALL4 Review

MINI Cooper Graham Heeps -
Our in-depth review of the 2018 Mini Countryman Cooper SD ALL4 covers its design, performance, and more.

2017 BMW i3 Review: Electric Hatch with Bold Looks and Price to Match

BMW EV & Hybrid Chris Chase -
BMW's nimble 2017 i3 electric four-door hatchback has concept-car looks with everyday practicality but does it justify the upscale price tag?

2017 Mini Clubman JCW All4 Review

MINI Cooper Chris Chase -
The most powerful of the Mini Clubman bunch, and cost and weight aside, we found ourselves charmed by the enthusiast-friendly Clubman.

First Drive: 2018 Subaru Outback’s Mid-Cycle Refresh with More Rugged Styling

Subaru Outback Amee Reehal -
We hit the track and back trails to review the 2018 Outback - Subaru's SUV wagon which gets a healthy mid-cycle refresh with updates for 2018.

2017 Ioniq Electric Review: Hyundai’s All-New EV Hatchback

Electric & Hybrid Chris Chase -
Less space-agey design compared to rivals, the Ioniq Electric hatchback was developed from the ground up with electric propulsion at its core.

2018 Hyundai Elantra GT Sport Hatchback Review

Compact Sedans Amee Reehal -
Hyundai's 2018 Elantra gets an overhaul & sculpted redesign for 2018, but it's the Elantra GT Sport hatch with 6-speed manual setting it apart.

2018 Kia Rio Hatchback First Drive Review

Subcompact Sedans Amee Reehal -
Shopping for a used Kia Rio? The 2018 hatchback was completely redesigned with a new interior, and modern design, but the 1.6L engine remains.
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