The latest Audi RS3 Sportback is quite possibly the most extreme and quickest hot hatch ever devised.
The phrase ‘hot hatchback’ was first coined for the more powerful versions of family cars, and depended on lightweight and sharp responses to entertain their drivers. Hot hatchbacks are a tough choice to defeat anyone looking for a day-to-day sports car, connecting affordability with performance and practicality.
The most well-known opportunities for hot hatches accessible in the US are the Honda Civic Type R, the Mercedes-AMG A45 S, and the Ford Focus RS. Also, with an ever-increasing number of brands embracing hot hatches, 2021 is turning out to be an excellent year for the fastest hot hatches.
Here is the list of the top 10 fastest hot hatchbacks.
The world was surprised when Hyundai introduced the i30 N version for the model year 2017. This 2021 Hyundai i30 N is a facelift of the 2017 i30 N performance. It is a front-engine front-wheel compact hatchback with five seats and five doors. Sporting the turbocharged 2 liter 4-cylinder, manual six-speed transmission, this i30 N Performance can accelerate from 62 mph in 6.0 seconds to a top speed of 155mph. Containing 1419 kg kerb weight, it reaches 35.3 mpg usually and can go 388 miles before needing a fill-up of its 50-liter capacity fuel tank. Pricing for Hyundai i30N starts from $41,400.
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From an engineering perspective, the 2021 Cupra Leon is an extremely impressive hot hatchback. Cupra Leon Power options focused on the Volkswagen Group's ubiquitous four-cylinder TSI unit, 2.0-litre, in either 242bhp or 296bhp system. In contrast, a 242bhp 1.4-liter petrol plug-in-hybrid version delivers an attractive contrast of usable economy and power. It achieves the 100km/h mark in a notable 5.8 seconds and as a maximum at 253km/h in $42,000 price tag. However, driving perfectionists might be dissatisfied that the option of a manual gearbox is not available, with the pure and hybrid petrol vehicles using six and seven-speed DSG automatic transmissions correspondingly.
The BMW 1 Series was launched in 2004, and the existing generation is the third generation. It is the substitute for m140i and is powered by a two-liter four-cylinder engine. The new 2021 BMW M135i has changed from rear-wheel drive to four-wheel drive for the 1st time. Even though having 33bhp more minor than the BMW M140i, it's just as quick from 0-62mph in 4.8 seconds and comforts within a 155mph limiter. The BMW M135i is quite comfortable traveling on the motorway. We do not consider the two-liter four-cylinder engine to seem much poorer compared with the three-liter six-cylinder engine in the outdated car.
Renault Megane is the sportiest car first revealed in 2004 and manufactured by a French car manufacturer. Generally a much-loved among fans, Renault Megane is a joyously modest vehicle to get your head around. It has a four-wheel steering system, Brembo brakes behind nineteen-inch wheels, a 1.8-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, and a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmissions gearbox. It attains zero to 62mph in just 5.7 seconds and produces 276 hp. The price of the 2021 Renault Megane RS Trophy starts from $54,000.
Mini John Cooper Works GP was first unveiled in 1961, and it is the fastest and powerful mini ever produced. Fast forward sixty years to the modern MINI, and you have a significantly huger car compared to the original but one that is a solid player. It comes with a 2-liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine that drives the MINI from 0 to 62mph in 5.2 seconds. A massive rear wing, semi-slick tyres, and advanced suspension support it to the top in the department that doubtfully is essential for the MINI - handling. It is leaving the sports car behind, and the price ranges from $45,750.
The current version of the Ford Focus RS is the third generation introduced in 2016 and is the supercharged and heavily comprehensively improved performance of the regular focus. A precisely engineered version power comes with a turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder EcoBoost engine producing 350hp, and 350 pound-feet of torque engine power is transmitted to all wheels through a six-speed manual transmission. It reaches 62mph in just 4.7 seconds, and the price of the car starts from $42,000.
The 2021 Volkswagen Golf R is the range-topping model among the Mk8 generation. It brings some latest power abilities and comes with a lot of speed; the turbocharged two-liter 4-cylinder motor generates 316 hp and 310 pound-feet of torque. The car accelerates 0-62 mph in just 4.7 seconds. Moreover, it has a 6-speed manual gearbox, whereas a 7-speed DSG can also be found in the selection list. Without a doubt, the car has two newest driving modes – Drift and Special, which must add to the enjoyment. The price of Volkswagen Golf R starts from $44,000.
Mercedes AMG is the fourth generation and is well-known for its high-performing cars, and the hot hatch model they have manufactured is the same. The vehicle is astonishing, with a 2-liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine that generates a crazy 369 pound-feet of torque and 421 hp. Certainly, many hot hatches don't come with high horsepower. The car attains 0-62mph in just 3.9 seconds, and so the Mercedes-AMG indeed has a unique selling point. Pricing for the Mercedes begins from $95,000.
The 2021 Honda Civic Type-R Limited Edition is an exciting hot hatch, and it has been at the top of the list for many people. It comes with an extraordinary amount of power via its two-liter four-cylinder engine generating 295 pound-feet of torque and 306 hp. However, it has phenomenal handling and an incredible riding experience. Applauded for being stylish and dynamic, there isn't much that the Civic Type R cannot do. It attains 60mph from a stoppage in just 4.9 seconds. The pricing for the car starts from $44,950.
For 2022, Audi fits the RS 3 Sportback with a 2.5-liter five-cylinder turbocharged engine that’s good for 400 HP and 500 Nm of torque, or enough power to send the Quattro-equipped rocket to 62 MPH in just 3.8 seconds. Its arch-rival, the AMG A45 S is one-tenth of a second slower to a ton. The latest Audi RS3 Sportback is quite possibly the most extreme and quickest hot hatch ever devised.
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| Rank | Company | Country |
|---|---|---|
| #1 |  Volkswagen |
Germany |
| #2 |  Toyota |
Japan |
| #3 |  Stellantis |
Netherlands |
| #4 |  Mercedes-Benz Group |
Germany |
| #5 |  Ford Motor |
United States |
| Rank | Company | Country |
|---|---|---|
| #1 |  Michelin |
France |
| #2 |  Bridgestone |
Japan |
| #3 |  Continental |
Germany |
| #4 |  Goodyear |
United States |
| #5 |  Sumitomo |
Japan |
