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The hot hatch segment is a fast changing environment. Gone are the days when 200 horsepower on a hatchback would impress almost everyone.
There are basically two sub-segments for hot hatches right now: regular models like the VW Golf GTI and Ford Focus ST or high-performance hatches with more than 300hp like the Honda Civic Type R and Ford Focus RS.
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- Second-gen Ford Focus Rs For Sale In The Us, But Is It Street-legal?
While in Europe the Ford Focus RS is already in its third generation, the United States will get the high-performance Focus for the first time ever early next year. However, for those who know where to look, older Ford Focus RS models can be found in...
- Honda Says New Civic Type R Concept Is A Racing Car For The Road [w/ Videos]
Well, Honda, we must admit, you have our attention with the new production-intent Civic Type R, seen here in official photos that were released just before the concept rolls down the Geneva Motor Show floors on Tuesday. You also have us wondering why...
- Iaa 2011: Ford Introduces New Focus St In Both Hatchback And Station Wagon Flavors
Almost a year after appearing at the 2010 Paris Motor Show in concept form, Ford has lifted the covers off the production version of its new global performance model, the Focus ST. If you remember the showcar's looks and specifications, there is...
- Hot Hatch Smackdown Poll: Ford Focus St Vs Opel Gtc
With both the Ford Focus ST and Opel GTC set to debut in Paris, the hot hatch world is astir. If you're in a "global" market and interested in going fast on the cheap, these are looking to be two serious contenders. The big difference here...
- 2009 Ford Focus Rs: 38 New High-res Photos Of 305hp Hot Hatch
Ford has issued a new gallery of images on its 2009 Focus RS that made its production debut at last week's Geneva Motor Show. The most highly anticipated hot hatch of the year is powered by a 2.5-liter turbocharged five-pot with 305HP that launches...
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Xcar Says Audi RS3 Sportback Is A Hyper Hatch
The hot hatch segment is a fast changing environment. Gone are the days when 200 horsepower on a hatchback would impress almost everyone.
There are basically two sub-segments for hot hatches right now: regular models like the VW Golf GTI and Ford Focus ST or high-performance hatches with more than 300hp like the Honda Civic Type R and Ford Focus RS.
Read more »
- Second-gen Ford Focus Rs For Sale In The Us, But Is It Street-legal?
While in Europe the Ford Focus RS is already in its third generation, the United States will get the high-performance Focus for the first time ever early next year. However, for those who know where to look, older Ford Focus RS models can be found in...
- Honda Says New Civic Type R Concept Is A Racing Car For The Road [w/ Videos]
Well, Honda, we must admit, you have our attention with the new production-intent Civic Type R, seen here in official photos that were released just before the concept rolls down the Geneva Motor Show floors on Tuesday. You also have us wondering why...
- Iaa 2011: Ford Introduces New Focus St In Both Hatchback And Station Wagon Flavors
Almost a year after appearing at the 2010 Paris Motor Show in concept form, Ford has lifted the covers off the production version of its new global performance model, the Focus ST. If you remember the showcar's looks and specifications, there is...
- Hot Hatch Smackdown Poll: Ford Focus St Vs Opel Gtc
With both the Ford Focus ST and Opel GTC set to debut in Paris, the hot hatch world is astir. If you're in a "global" market and interested in going fast on the cheap, these are looking to be two serious contenders. The big difference here...
- 2009 Ford Focus Rs: 38 New High-res Photos Of 305hp Hot Hatch
Ford has issued a new gallery of images on its 2009 Focus RS that made its production debut at last week's Geneva Motor Show. The most highly anticipated hot hatch of the year is powered by a 2.5-liter turbocharged five-pot with 305HP that launches...