Hot hatches offer the most affordable access point into the performance segment, and that's simultaneously what makes them great, but also the reason why having one will never feel truly special.

Mercedes-AMG A45 versus Audi RS3. Now there’s a head-to-head we want to conduct. But we haven’t – yet. Instead, I wanted to show you just how evenly matched the two are – and how deeply fast each is ...

A 4-second time from zero to 62 mph (0-100 km/h) was once considered supercar realm. Now we have hatchbacks, like the new Mercedes-AMG A45 S, that are even faster. Rocketing the mega hatch king to 62 ...

AMG A45 S vs Audi RS3. Both deliver insane acceleration and 4-cylinder fury. Watch them go from 0 to 250 km/h on the Autobahn ...

The world's fastest all-wheel-drive hot hatches have Porsche-beating performance for a fraction of the price, says Joshua Dowling. The price of the A45 AMG crept up with the arrival of the ...

A Mercedes A-Class on steroids, with a potent 2.0-litre turbo engine and four-wheel drive to take on the RS3. * Price today is based on a 2017 model with average mileage and full service history, ...

The Audi RS3 and Mercedes-AMG A45 S are the current kings of the hot compact scene. With 400+ horsepower, all-wheel drive, and sub-4-second 0-60 times, these cars truly represent how far the humble ...

Two of the most powerful hot hatches go head-to-head: the Mercedes-AMG A45 S fitted with an Akrapovic exhaust takes on the ...

Are you looking to buy a car but can't decide between a Audi 90 or Mercedes-Benz A45? Use our side by side comparison to help you make a decision. We compare design, practicality, price, features, ...