The gtd used to be on the scheme but it seems to me like motability are moving away from diesels so the 1.5etsi r line might be the highest spec we see. Which to be fair, is the top spec once you take away the performance models.
I wasn’t convinced with the golf 8 at first but now that I’ve seen more pictures I like the looks and the interior looks good too. The golf has been highly praised in the motoring world for years and it’s box style means it’s easier to get in/out than some other hatchbacks.
If I was looking for a hatchback right now the Golf would probably be top of my list along with the Leon. Similar cars but the Leon is a bit more sporty. I also think the 1 series hatchback isn’t too bad AP wise so if you don’t have too much difficulty getting in/out of a low car then that would be worth a look too. I’ve had Golfs and Leon’s in the past so can speak for them but I don’t have much experience with any other hatchbacks.