Hot hatch

Modern hot hatches

Toyota GR Yaris (2020–present)

Honda Civic Type R (FK8) (2017–2021)

Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport (Mk8) (2021–present)

A hot hatch (shortened from hot hatchback) is a high-performance variant of a hatchback car. The term originated in the mid-1980s; however, sportier factory versions of hatchbacks have been produced since the 1970s. A front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout that uses petrol for fuel is the most common choice of powertrain, however all-wheel drive has become more commonly used since around 2010. Most hot hatches are of European or Asian origin.