Hot Hatch

Best Hot Hatch by Braking in Forza Horizon 6

Hot Hatch is one of the most popular car categories in FH6. These five post the highest Braking ratings in the category.

Updated May 2026 Ranked by Braking · 13 cars analyzed
5.2
Best Braking
Hot Hatch
Type
5/5 FWD
Drivetrain
15K CR
Cheapest
13
Cars in Group
#1
Rank
2008 Renault Megane R26.R C561

2008 Renault Megane R26.R

RARE HOT HATCH FWD
58,000 CR
2008 Renault Megane R26.R

The undisputed Braking champion in this group. A natural advantage that's hard to overcome, even with a perfect tune on a weaker platform.

Speed
5.4
Handling
5.4
Accel
4.8
Launch
4.0
Braking
5.2
Offroad
5.2
Power 227 HP
Torque 228 lb-ft
Weight 2,712 lbs
Displacement 2L
Front % 66%
Drivetrain FWD
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#2
Rank
2016 Abarth 695 Biposto C540

2016 Abarth 695 Biposto

COMMON HOT HATCH FWD
237,500 CR
2016 Abarth 695 Biposto

A strong Braking contender that's remarkably close to the top. Balanced and versatile across multiple track types.

Speed
4.9
Handling
5.3
Accel
4.7
Launch
3.9
Braking
4.8
Offroad
5.0
Power 186 HP
Torque 183 lb-ft
Weight 2,198 lbs
Displacement 1.37L
Front % 64%
Drivetrain FWD
View full 2016 Abarth 695 Biposto details →
#3
Rank
2021 Hyundai I20 N C564

2021 Hyundai I20 N

RARE HOT HATCH FWD
48,000 CR
2021 Hyundai I20 N

Pairs high Braking with competitive all-around performance — a rare combination. An excellent all-rounder that doesn't force trade-offs.

Speed
5.5
Handling
5.1
Accel
4.6
Launch
4.8
Braking
4.4
Offroad
5.5
Power 201 HP
Torque 224 lb-ft
Weight 2,624 lbs
Displacement 1.6L
Front % 63%
Drivetrain FWD
View full 2021 Hyundai I20 N details →
#4
Rank
2022 Ford Focus St C594

2022 Ford Focus St

COMMON HOT HATCH FWD
34,000 CR
2022 Ford Focus St

A great mid-price option with Braking that punches above its weight. Lower PI leaves significant tuning headroom.

Speed
6.0
Handling
5.1
Accel
4.5
Launch
4.7
Braking
4.2
Offroad
5.3
Power 276 HP
Torque 310 lb-ft
Weight 3,168 lbs
Displacement 2.26L
Front % 61%
Drivetrain FWD
View full 2022 Ford Focus St details →
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