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Alex Robbins

Alex Robbins

Alex used to be the used cars editor for What Car? and Autocar as well as the Daily Telegraph's consumer motoring editor. He covers all manner of new car news and road tests, but specialises in writing about used cars and modern classics. He's owned more than 40 cars, and can usually be found browsing the CarGurus classifieds, planning his next purchase.

Articles written by this author:

Suzuki Vitara Review (2015-present)

Suzuki Vitara Review (2015-present)

by Alex Robbins

The Suzuki Vitara stands out as a bright spot in the compact SUV class. OK, it isn’t perfect, with some slightly suspect inte...

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Skoda Yeti Review (2009-2017)

Skoda Yeti Review (2009-2017)

by Alex Robbins

When is an SUV not an SUV? When it’s a Skoda Yeti, of course. The Yeti, launched in 2009, was Skoda’s answer to the rising ti...

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Skoda Octavia Review (2013-2019)

Skoda Octavia Review (2013-2019)

by Alex Robbins

If ever there was a car that exemplified head-over-heart car buying, the Skoda Octavia is it. This larger-than-usual family c...

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Vauxhall Grandland Review (2021-2024)

Vauxhall Grandland Review (2021-2024)

by Alex Robbins

The Vauxhall Grandland is a family crossover that benefits from a range of updates to ensure it remains competitive with riva...

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Suzuki Ignis Review (2016-present)

Suzuki Ignis Review (2016-present)

by Alex Robbins

Beneath its cute-if-slightly-awkward styling, the Suzuki Ignis is a dinky SUV that’s easy to drive around town, and offers en...

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Vauxhall Corsa Review (2020-present)

Vauxhall Corsa Review (2020-present)

by Alex Robbins

The current Vauxhall Corsa is a much better supermini than any of its predecessors, but it’s still short of the class best.

Hyundai Kona Review (2017-present)

Hyundai Kona Review (2017-present)

by Alex Robbins

The Hyundai Kona is a compact SUV with extrovert styling that offers you the choice between petrol, electric or hybrid power.

Renault Kadjar Review (2015-present)

Renault Kadjar Review (2015-present)

by Alex Robbins

The Renault Kadjar was launched in 2015 into one of the hottest market segments of all: the SUV/crossover. It’s actually base...

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Land Rover Defender Review (1990-2016)

Land Rover Defender Review (1990-2016)

by Alex Robbins

You don’t buy a Land Rover Defender if you’re a fan of life’s little luxuries. It’s rugged and utilitarian, and with a reputa...

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Peugeot 2008 Review (2019-present)

Peugeot 2008 Review (2019-present)

by Alex Robbins

The popular Peugeot 2008 is now one of the best all-round small SUVs there is, with a comfortable ride, a beautifully finishe...

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Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Review (2013-2019)

Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Review (2013-2019)

by Alex Robbins

Volkswagen may not have invented the hatchback when it launched the Golf back in 1974, but it did create a premium product th...

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Honda Jazz Mk4 Review (2020-present)

Honda Jazz Mk4 Review (2020-present)

by Alex Robbins

The Honda Jazz is a hybrid-only mini-MPV that delivers on practicality, reliability and low running costs.

Range Rover L405 Review (2012-2021)

Range Rover L405 Review (2012-2021)

by Alex Robbins

It was the original luxury off-roader, and now the Range Rover sits astride the world as one of its most desirable SUVs.

DS 3 Crossback Review (2019-present)

DS 3 Crossback Review (2019-present)

by Alex Robbins

Extrovert styling, inside and out, makes the DS 3 Crossback a small SUV you won’t forget in a hurry, and when you get behind ...

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Genesis G70 Review (2021-present)

Genesis G70 Review (2021-present)

by Alex Robbins

The new Genesis G70 comes with a fantastic aftersales package and a long warranty. It looks the part, too, but it doesn’t dri...

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Abarth 595 Review (2012-present)

Abarth 595 Review (2012-present)

by Alex Robbins

The Abarth 595 is a small hot hatch that majors on fun. Just watch out for the very bumpy ride and dated tech.

Toyota Yaris Review (2021-present)

Toyota Yaris Review (2021-present)

by Alex Robbins

With its pumped-up styling, the new Toyota Yaris is a bit of a head-turner. Yet beneath the skin, its hybrid powertrain means...

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Hyundai Bayon Review (21-present)

Hyundai Bayon Review (21-present)

by Alex Robbins

With its boomerang rear lights, split-level front end and wacky wheel designs, the new Hyundai Bayon certainly stands out.

Audi A6 Avant Review (2025-present)

Audi A6 Avant Review (2025-present)

by Alex Robbins

The new Audi A6 Avant has long been a stalwart of the executive estate car class, but this latest version isn't quite a match...

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Do Dogs Find Electric Cars more Relaxing? CarGurus Investigates

Do Dogs Find Electric Cars more Relaxing? CarGurus Investigates

by Alex Robbins

Do dogs have a preference for travelling in electric cars? To find out, CarGurus partnered with the University of Lincoln on ...

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First Drive: Audi Q8 E-Tron

First Drive: Audi Q8 E-Tron

by Alex Robbins

Audi's original electric car gets a new name and a design refresh and, while the Q8 E-Tron is still not the most exciting car...

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Citroen history: How the brand lost its groove – and then found it again

Citroen history: How the brand lost its groove – and then found it again

by Alex Robbins

Historically, Citroen was a manufacturer famed for its cutting-edge, before-its-time engineering and bold design. So, how has...

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Alex Robbins: Used EVs for less than a new Dacia Spring

Alex Robbins: Used EVs for less than a new Dacia Spring

by Alex Robbins

If you're thinking of buying a brand new Dacia Spring, you should also be considering what used electric cars you could have ...

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