CarGurus Header
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:

Alex Robbins: Used EVs for those who are tired of Tesla

Alex Robbins: Used EVs for those who are tired of Tesla

by Alex Robbins

Not feeling your Tesla any more? Alex Robbins has found some brilliant used electric alternatives to the Model 3, Model Y, Mo...

Read more
Where does the UK stand on eFuels and the EU's 2035 Petrol and and Diesel Car Ban?

Where does the UK stand on eFuels and the EU's 2035 Petrol and and Diesel Car Ban?

by Alex Robbins

With some European countries objecting to the EU’s ban on new petrol and diesel vehicles, the UK has decided to take its own ...

Read more
Alex Robbins: How buying the best-selling new cars second-hand could save you thousands

Alex Robbins: How buying the best-selling new cars second-hand could save you thousands

by Alex Robbins

Buying Britain’s best-selling new cars at a year old means a healthy discount. CarGurus columnist and used car expert Alex Ro...

Read more
GWM Haval Jolion Pro Review (2025-present)

GWM Haval Jolion Pro Review (2025-present)

by Alex Robbins

This Chinese hybrid family SUV tempts with its low price and generous equipment levels, but struggles to match more establish...

Read more
Alex Robbins: Scintillating sports cars for summer fun

Alex Robbins: Scintillating sports cars for summer fun

by Alex Robbins

From Porsche Boxster to TVR Chimaera, these sports cars will get your pulse racing, and they needn't break the bank.

The Most affordable Sports Cars to Insure in 2025

The Most affordable Sports Cars to Insure in 2025

by Alex Robbins

Insuring a new sports car costs a fortune, doesn't it? Not always. Here's our pick of the best sports cars with sensible insu...

Read more
Alex Robbins: My cheap used car picks for under £3,000

Alex Robbins: My cheap used car picks for under £3,000

by Alex Robbins

Need to get on the road for peanuts? Used car expert Alex Robbins picks his favourite cars to buy for less than £3,000.

Catalytic Converter Theft: What Cars are Most at Risk?

Catalytic Converter Theft: What Cars are Most at Risk?

by Alex Robbins

Your car’s catalytic converter could be as valuable to thieves as your phone or your wallet. And because it isn’t covered by ...

Read more
Alex Robbins: Why now’s a great time to buy a used MPV

Alex Robbins: Why now’s a great time to buy a used MPV

by Alex Robbins

MPVs have fallen out of favour in recent years – which means second-hand examples offer huge savings. Buy one while you still...

Read more
BMW 7 Series Review (2015-2022)

BMW 7 Series Review (2015-2022)

by Alex Robbins

The BMW 7 Series probably won’t be the luxury car of choice for most people, but it’s still very good at what it does.

BMW 3 Series E90 Review (2006-2011)

BMW 3 Series E90 Review (2006-2011)

by Alex Robbins

The BMW 3 Series E90 is part of a long line of what is BMW’s most successful model. It was sold between 2006 and 2013 and can...

Read more
Bentley Flying Spur Review (2019-present)

Bentley Flying Spur Review (2019-present)

by Alex Robbins

Bentley calls the Flying Spur a ‘four-door grand tourer’. It boasts all the epicurean splendour you’d expect from such a car.

Bentley Bentayga Review (2015-present)

Bentley Bentayga Review (2015-present)

by Alex Robbins

Bentley’s first SUV, the Bentayga, combines the extravagant luxury, effortless pace, and extraordinary comfort of the company...

Read more
Audi TT Review (2006-2013)

Audi TT Review (2006-2013)

by Alex Robbins

Stylish and with a well-crafted interior, the second generation of the iconic Audi TT is an everyday coupe with more than a t...

Read more
Alex Robbins: Check Out These Bargain Fast Ford Heroes

Alex Robbins: Check Out These Bargain Fast Ford Heroes

by Alex Robbins

Ford is planning a return to Le Mans – so why not celebrate with these bargain blue oval performance heroes, be it the Focus ...

Read more
BMW 1 Series Models Over the Years

BMW 1 Series Models Over the Years

by Alex Robbins

The BMW 1 Series is such a regular sight on our roads these days it’s hard to believe that, not too long ago, it didn’t even ...

Read more
Audi A5 Review (2007-2015)

Audi A5 Review (2007-2015)

by Alex Robbins

The first-generation Audi A5 is not the most thrilling car to drive, but it is handsome and sports a smart interior – as well...

Read more
Lexus ES Review (2018-present)

Lexus ES Review (2018-present)

by Alex Robbins

The Lexus ES is the executive saloon you’re least likely to have heard of. Lexus simply doesn’t sell very many of them in the...

Read more
Volvo V50 Review (2004-2012)

Volvo V50 Review (2004-2012)

by Alex Robbins

It lacks the space of some rivals and the sportiness of others, but the Volvo V50 is nevertheless a sound used car buy that m...

Read more
Toyota Prius Review (2009-2016)

Toyota Prius Review (2009-2016)

by Alex Robbins

The Toyota Prius is almost the byword for a hybrid car. A mid-sized hatchback, it combines a petrol engine and electric motor...

Read more
Suzuki Swift Review (2010-2017)

Suzuki Swift Review (2010-2017)

by Alex Robbins

Cheap and cheerful. That just about sums up the Suzuki Swift hatchback, a small car that isn’t quite as well known as its mai...

Read more
Suzuki Celerio Review (2014-2019)

Suzuki Celerio Review (2014-2019)

by Alex Robbins

If you’re looking for a fun and fashionable city car, look elsewhere, because the Suzuki Celerio is the very antithesis of su...

Read more
Ssangyong Tivoli Review (2015-present)

Ssangyong Tivoli Review (2015-present)

by Alex Robbins

The Ssangyong Tivoli is seriously cheap to buy, and offers lots of space and equipment for the money.

Ssangyong Korando Review (2010-2019)

Ssangyong Korando Review (2010-2019)

by Alex Robbins

The SsangYong Korando might look like a bargain, but it feels cheap and more than a little bit dated now.

CarGurus Footer