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And if you do want more get-up-and-go and cornering gumption, well there's always the 242bhp GTE version.

It's not a car that you'll be taking out just for the hell of it, but it slips into your life so easily that you'll quickly forget it's doesn't offer the last word in driver interaction. Like any other eighth generation Golf, the eHybrid drives well too, with slick steering, composed handling and reasonably compliant ride, while the twin-clutch transmission helps ensure a smooth transition between petrol and electric modes. In many respects this should come as no surprise, because under the skin it shares the same platform and powertrain as its Czech mate, including the same MQB architecture and 1.4-litre petrol engine and electric motor combo.ĭelivering a combined might of 201bhp and a claimed EV range of 43 miles, the PHEV VW is a smooth and brisk performer that also falls into the financially attractive 8% BiK bracket. With Skoda indefinitely suspending sales of its plug-in hybrid Octavia iV, the responsibility of being our favourite petrol electric hatchback falls on the shoulders of the VW Golf. All of these cars have two important things in common, though: all have the potential to offer impressive fuel savings and, if you're a business user, slash your BiK (Benefit-in-Kind) bills. The cars here come in a range of shapes and sizes, with everything from humble superminis to larger crossovers making an appearance. That said, we are being a bit flexible in what we deem to be a hatchback in this list.