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2025 BMW M5 Touring Review: Space for Kids, Speed for Dad

BMW's 717 horsepower wagon proves that SUVs aren’t the answer to everything. 
Hatchback & Wagon Reviews Vincent Aubé - 0

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

2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack Review

Chris Chase -
The 2017 VW Alltrack's price seems steep for a compact wagon, but it compares nicely with the compact crossovers. Wagons need love too.

2017 Toyota Corolla iM Review

Chris Chase -
Toyota gets back in the hatchback game with the 2017 Corolla iM. But does this former Scion compare to the outgoing Matrix?

2017 Ford Focus RS Review: The 350-hp Compact Hatchback

Russell Purcell -
From practical transporter to track star, the 2017 Ford Focus RS with all its 350-hp can do double duty. But is it a game-changer?

2016 BMW 328i xDrive Sports Wagon Review: Perfect Excuse for a Road Trip

Hatchback & Wagon Reviews Amee Reehal -
The 2016 BMW 328i xDrive Touring reminds us why the German wagon rocks. Here's a closer look at performance, upgrades, pictures & more.

2016 VW Golf R Review: Versatile Hot Hatch That Does It All

VW Golf Chris Chase -
The new 2016 VW Golf R may be a better choice when compared to the more robust Volkswagen GTI hatchback. Certainly more affordable.

2015 VW Golf 1.8TSI Review

VW Golf Kelly Taylor -
So much fun, so little fuel.

2015 Hyundai Veloster Turbo Review

Coupes Chris Chase -
A polarizing design and some stiff competition, can the 2015 Hyundai Veloster Turbo hold its own? We review Hyundai's intrepid hatchback to find out.

2013 Fiat 500C (Convertible) Abarth Review

Coupes Russell Purcell -
The 160 horsepower 2013 500C Abarth convertible is Italy's answer to the hot hatch. Sure, it's cute but lacks the performance lustre in the twisties.

2013 Audi S7 Review

Mid-Size Sedans Russell Purcell -
The sexiest hatchback on wheels? We review the 2013 Audi S7 executive sedan, putting this 420 horsepower German 4-door rocket to the test.

2013 Hyundai Elantra GT Review

Compact Sedans Amee Reehal -
The thriving performance five-door hatchback segment just got some more competition with the Euro-styled 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT.
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