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If you’re a fan of hot hatches, boy, do you have the pick of the litter. These days automakers are cranking these things out like they’re going out of style.

Apparently, they’re not.

If that wasn’t enough, the technology continues to get amped up as does their respective power. Years ago, who would have thought that economy car hatchbacks would come with upwards of 375 horsepower? I don’t think anyone saw it coming.

If you’re in the market and you’re cross-shopping vehicles, we reckon you’ll likely wind up on at least two of these options. That would be the Ford Focus RS and Volkswagen Golf R. While we don’t get the Honda Civic Type R in the U.S., think of it as a wild card — maybe some day Honda will wise up.

All that said, check out the video clip below and let us know what you think. WHICH hot hatch would you be adding to your collection?


Ever wondered which hot hatch is best? Your prayers have been answered! We put the Volkswagen Golf R, the Ford Focus RS and the Honda Civic Type R head to head in our latest video which is certain to entertain. Let Mat guide you through all the contenders and discover who will come out on top. Will the the super-fast Honda Civic Type R take the crown, or will the powerful Ford Focus RS or the quick Volkswagen Golf R pip the Japanese hot hatch to the post. Enjoy!




CAR WARS! Hot Hatch SHAKEDOWN! Ford Focus RS vs. Honda Civic Type R vs. Volkswagen Golf R

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