Glossary / General

hot hatch

56 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

A hot hatch is a fast, sporty version of a regular small car that has a hatch door at the back. It’s designed for people who like to drive quickly and feel the car’s power.

Technical Definition

A hot hatch is a high-performance version of a standard hatchback, featuring upgraded engines, suspension, and styling to appeal to driving enthusiasts.

Hear It Discussed

"You said you picked this one out because it was small, hot hatch with adaptive suspension for Bill,"
VW Chaos, New Dad/Old Motorcycle, Pairing With A Diesel Benz | Episode 1,055 Everyday Driver Car Debate 12:43

"That is a 300-horsepower manual transmission, four-wheel drive, little hot hatch. ... Folks, the best hot hatch on the market today is being made by Lexus."
The Jaguar Type 01 Is Here, New Lotus V8 Supercar, the Revuelto Market is Crashing! THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends! 49:11

"But I think for us, every, any car, we don't want it to be this thing that's only enjoyed by the very few. Sure. You know, and so if you do a hot hatch, it's kind of sacrilegious for a hot hatch to..."
Is The Longbow Speedster The Future Of British Roadsters? — Carmudgeon w/ Cammisa & DTS — Ep 236 The Carmudgeon Show 56:39