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Hatchbacks, Minivans and Vans

  • Front 3/4 view of a red 2026 Mazda 3 hatchback.
    78

    8-Year-Old Mazda 3 Sales Soaring Along With Gas Prices

    Mazda 3 sedan sales are up 91.8% year-over-year whereas the slightly more expensive hatchback grew 77.4%.

    By Chris Tsui 1 day ago Read More
  • 2026 Toyota GRMN Corolla.
    32

    $65k Toyota GRMN Corolla Costs Almost As Much As The Final Edition Supra

    Only 730 of the Nürburgring-tuned GRMN Corolla will be built worldwide, and in the U.S. it'll start at $65,665.

    By Nico DeMattia 9 days ago Read More
  • Split image of an ornate gold-adorned bathroom and a van
    30

    Do You Want Versailles On Wheels? I Have The Ram ProMaster For You

    if you're a nomadic nudist with dreams of French aristocracy and vanlife then boy do I have the $33,000 motor vehicle for you.

    By Amber DaSilva 12 days ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a white Faraday Future FX Super One
    20

    Faraday Future Is Somehow Still Alive And Testing The FX Super One, And I'm Scared

    I think I'm being stalked by this definitely real rebadged Chinese van.

    By Daniel Golson 15 days ago Read More
  • Subaru Outback car-camping setup
    7

    How To DIY A Van, Minivan, SUV, Or Even A Hatchback Into A Camper On A Budget

    You don't need a six-figure Sprinter build to explore the outdoors. With a few smart upgrades, even an everyday car can become a capable camper.

    By Chloe Clougher 17 days ago Read More
  • CT200h F Sport driving on a country road
    33

    I'm Almost 40, And I'm Lexus CT 200h F Sport Curious

    Fast? No. Handsome? Debatable. But if you want Prius-style efficiency with a more luxurious cabin, Lexus' CT might be the perfect midlife crisis.

    By Brad Brownell 24 days ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of HART's Honda Odyssey race van on a track
    15

    The 'Coolest Thing Made In Alabama' Is Officially A Honda Odyssey Race Car

    Making a minivan into a race car probably isn't the first choice for most enthusiasts, but that doesn't stop this track-ready Honda from being the coolest.

    By Justin Hughes 1 month ago Read More
  • A factory studio portrait of a washed yellow Nissan S-Cargo retro van parked in a studio.
    4

    9 Vintage Vans That Secretly Want To Be Cartoon Stars

    A few vintage vans had designs that made them seem cute or quirky. You could say that these particular models would fit perfectly as cartoon characters.

    By Ivo Gievski 1 month ago Read More
  • Chevrolet Astro dragster staging for a race
    25

    Ranking All 5 Current Production Minivans According To Which One Is Fastest

    There are only five bona fide minivans on sale in 2026, and yet each offers surprising performance for the segment. Here's how they stack up.

    By Charles Krome 1 month ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a brown Mercedes-Benz VLE
    99

    2028 Mercedes-Benz VLE Is The Most Exciting New Luxury Car In Ages

    Don't call it a minivan — Mercedes says its new VLE is a "grand limousine," and it'll actually come to the U.S. alongside even fancier VLS and Maybach models.

    By Daniel Golson 2 months ago Read More
  • The 1985 Tour de Corse-winning Renault 5 Maxi Turbo on a road.
    2

    The Renault 5 Turbo Was A Hot Hatch That Could Go Over 800 Miles On One Tank Of Gas

    Renault made the 5 Turbo to compete in intense rally events. But a certain addition to the car allowed to have an absurd range of around 800 miles.

    By Aakash Badree 2 months ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of three Ram ProMaster vans with low, medium, and high roof heights in a neighborhood under construction
    62

    Lawsuit Claims Ram ProMaster Only Uses 7 Gears When Customers Paid For 9

    The lawsuit alleges that these vans are so slow, they never get around to engaging eighth or ninth gear, making them effectively 7-speeds instead.

    By Justin Hughes 2 months ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a white Ford Transit camper van in the desert at sunset with orange clouds above
    23

    Let's Debunk These 6 Common Van Life Myths Right Now

    Living on the road comes with certain challenges, and not everything is as idyllic as influencers might have you believe but it's not all bad either.

    By Justin Hughes 2 months ago Read More
  • A Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Cargo van climbing a mountain pass
    2

    How Much Can You Tow With A Mercedes Sprinter Van?

    The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is a versatile van that comes in numerous configurations. While towing isn't its main purpose, here's how much you can haul with one.

    By Alvin Reyes 2 months ago Read More
  • 2003 Chevy Express drives on a wet test track
    56

    Huge News: The 2027 Chevy Express Is The Same As The 2026 Chevy Express Is The Same As The 2025 Chevy Express Is The Same As The 2024 Chevy Express Is The Same As The...

    One of the automotive industry's longest-lasting designs, the 2027 Chevy Express carries over unchanged, seemingly allergic to updates or refreshes.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 2 months ago Read More
  • Three rows of seating in a vehicle
    8

    10+ Seat Vehicle Options When A 9-Seat SUV Won't Do

    When you need to haul a football team, a cramped minivan simply won't do. Here are five high-capacity vehicles that offer the space you need, and more.

    By Charles Krome 2 months ago Read More
  • 1986 Volkswagen GTI front three-quarter image
    48

    At $4,500, Is This 1986 Volkswagen GTI A Hot Hatch That Can Still Bring The Heat?

    Arguably from the greatest generation of GTI, does this high-mileage example check off all the boxes?

    By Rob Emslie 2 months ago Read More
  • Camouflaged Honda Civic Type R
    36

    Honda Teases An Even Hotter Civic Type R With HRC Magic

    The HRC-ified Type R seems to have both internal and external changes, at least based on the parts of the car that Honda deemed worthy of covering with camo.

    By Amber DaSilva 3 months ago Read More
  • 2003 mazda protege5 front 3/4
    22

    This 2003 Mazda Protege5 Manual Is The Definition Of Cheap, Slow, Practical Fun

    Slow car fun (and thirsty).

    By Collin Woodard 3 months ago Read More
  • Several camper vans parked in the desert after a rainstorm as the sun sets behind the mountains
    14

    Meet The Colorful Automotive Nomads Of The American Southwest

    There's a large community of nomads in the Arizona desert, and the reasons for taking up temporary residency are as varied as the people themselves.

    By Justin Hughes 3 months ago Read More
  • A Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 50 on the Nurburgring.
    21

    Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 50 Just Snatched The FWD Nürburgring Record Back From The Civic Type R

    Made to commemorate 50 years of the GTI, the Edition 50 goes beyond just a power bump.

    By Chris Tsui 3 months ago Read More
  • A front three-quarters shot of a blue ID Polo driving on a road in front of trees
    46

    Volkswagen ID Polo Debuts With A 280-Mile Max Range, But Tamer Looks Than Its Charismatic Competition

    Hopefully some of the ID Polo's features, like its array of physical buttons inside, will make their way to VWs sold in America.

    By Logan K. Carter 3 months ago Read More
  • A front three quarters shot of a gray first-gen Mini Cooper S JCW driving on a race track next to green grass
    31

    Mini Has Been Making Drivers Smile For 25 Years Today, And I'm So Glad

    Here's to another 25 years of whimsical, fun, go-kart-like motoring done only the way Mini can.

    By Logan K. Carter 3 months ago Read More
  • 2026 Acura Integra Type S front 3/4 view

    An Acura Integra Type S On Blizzaks Is The Ideal Winter Vehicle If You're Looking For Silly, Goofy Fun

    Other vehicles are probably better-equipped for dealing with winter weather, but few can deal with it while also being such a blast.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 4 months ago Read More
  • 2015 Nissan Juke nismo rs front 3/4
    29

    Choose Joy With This Nissan Juke Nismo RS That Even Has A Manual Transmission

    The Nissan Juke Nismo RS probably isn't your dream car, but this weird and unloved car could bring a bit of whimsy and happiness to your life.

    By Collin Woodard 4 months ago Read More
  • Front 3/4 view of a red Hyundai Ioniq 3
    67

    Hyundai Ioniq 3 'Aero Hatch' Looks Sensationally Funky And Debuts Hyundai's Major Infotainment Overhaul

    I mean, come on. How can you not love this thing?

    By Daniel Golson 4 months ago Read More
  • SEAT Ibiza Mk1 SXI
    35

    The US Is Ending Trade With Spain, Now I'll Never Get The SEAT Ibiza Of My Dreams

    The SEAT Ibiza was one of the original hot hatches, selling over a million models during its first generation and partnering with Porsche for engine options.

    By Brad Brownell 4 months ago Read More
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