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Hatchback & Wagon Reviews

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

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.

2012 Ford Focus Titanium Hatchback Review: Worth the Premium Price?

Compact Sedans Travis Persaud -
For the price of the 2012 Ford Focus Titanium Hatchback, you could consider the Ford Fusion in the SE Trim. So, is this hatch still worth the premium price?

2012 Fiat 500 Abarth Review: Pocket Rocket (Con Brio!)

Coupes Mark Hacking -
Not super quick but sports some nice design, we review the 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth. And the back seat is roomy enough for children.

2012 Scion tC Release Series 7.0 Review

Coupes Amee Reehal -
Thinking about buying a used 2012 Scion tC Release Series 7.0? Our full review of the 180-hp coupe with TRD bodykit, 18" wheels, and gloss black. And yes, lots of yellow.

2012 Subaru Impreza Review

Subaru Impreza Russell Purcell -
The 2012 Impreza was completely redesigned, but Subaru's CVT transmission may not suite all buyers, and the 2.0L engine only outputs 148 hp.

2012 Fiat 500 Lounge Review

Coupes Amee Reehal -
The iconic, Italian car adds variety to the subcompact class - and it's cool enough for JLo. We review the 2012 Fiat 500 Lounge.

2011 MINI Cooper Clubman Review

MINI Cooper Amee Reehal -
Fun, zippy, stylish, and now with extra space and more doors — we review the 2011 MINI Clubman: a brilliant blend of compact with cargo.

2011 Lexus CT200h Review: The Fifth Hybrid in the Lexus Lineup

Compact Sedans Amee Reehal -
Renowned for their hybrid luxury product line, Lexus adds a fifth hybrid to the stable with the all-new 2011 Lexus CT200h.

The 2011 MazdaSpeed3: A Performance Hatch with Everyday Usability

Compact Sedans Amee Reehal -
With a manual transmission, 263 horsepower, and 280 lb-ft of torque, the MazdaSpeed3 hot hatch pulls off performance and practicality.
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