
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:

Bentley Bentayga Review (2015-present)
Updated on 25 February 2025
Bentley’s first SUV, the Bentayga, combines the extravagant luxury, effortless pace, and extraordinary comfort of the company...
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Audi TT Review (2006-2013)
Updated on 25 February 2025
Stylish and with a well-crafted interior, the second generation of the iconic Audi TT is an everyday coupe with more than a t...
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Alex Robbins: Check Out These Bargain Fast Ford Heroes
Updated on 18 February 2025
Ford is planning a return to Le Mans – so why not celebrate with these bargain blue oval performance heroes, be it the Focus ...
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BMW 1 Series Models Over the Years
Updated on 12 February 2025
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 ...
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Audi A5 Review (2007-2015)
Updated on 30 January 2025
The first-generation Audi A5 is not the most thrilling car to drive, but it is handsome and sports a smart interior – as well...
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Lexus ES Review (2018-present)
Updated on 27 January 2025
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...
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Volvo V50 Review (2004-2012)
Updated on 27 January 2025
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...
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Toyota Prius Review (2009-2016)
Updated on 27 January 2025
The Toyota Prius is almost the byword for a hybrid car. A mid-sized hatchback, it combines a petrol engine and electric motor...
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Suzuki Swift Review (2010-2017)
Updated on 27 January 2025
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...
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Suzuki Celerio Review (2014-2019)
Updated on 27 January 2025
If you’re looking for a fun and fashionable city car, look elsewhere, because the Suzuki Celerio is the very antithesis of su...
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Ssangyong Tivoli Review (2015-present)
Updated on 27 January 2025
The Ssangyong Tivoli is seriously cheap to buy, and offers lots of space and equipment for the money.

Ssangyong Korando Review (2010-2019)
Updated on 27 January 2025
The SsangYong Korando might look like a bargain, but it feels cheap and more than a little bit dated now.

Skoda Fabia Review (2015-2021)
Updated on 27 January 2025
The Skoda Fabia hatchback is one of the biggest small cars there is. Space is plentiful inside, whether you’re sitting in the...
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Volkswagen Transporter T6 Review (2016-2024)
Updated on 22 January 2025
The sixth-generation Volkswagen Transporter is a hugely popular choice of van, and a worthy alternative to the Ford Transit C...
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Hyundai i10 Review (2014-2019)
Updated on 6 January 2025
The Hyundai i10 city car is one of the best cars of its type, combining a sophisticated driving experience and a spacious, gr...
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Honda CR-Z Review (2010-2016)
Updated on 6 January 2025
The Honda CR-Z was the first hybrid sports car and very much ahead of its time, but that isn’t the only reason to buy one.

Hyundai Tucson Review (2015-2020)
Updated on 6 January 2025
The third-generation of Hyundai Tucson is a thoroughly sensible family SUV that should also prove affordable to run.

Vauxhall Astra Mk6 Review (2010-2015)
Updated on 19 December 2024
Look beyond the Vauxhall Astra’s slightly dreary reputation, and you’ll find a car of surprising talent.

Vauxhall Insignia Grand Sport Review (2017-2021)
Updated on 19 December 2024
Where once large family hatchbacks such as the Vauxhall Insignia were among the best-selling cars in the UK, they have since ...
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Toyota Prius Review (2016-2022)
Updated on 18 December 2024
The Toyota Prius has become a byword for eco-friendly motoring and almost a generic term for hybrid cars, such has its popula...
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Volkswagen Polo Models and Best Years to Buy
Updated on 13 September 2024
Among small cars, there are few that are better loved than the Volkswagen Polo. Here's how it has evolved since the original ...
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Driving the Last Ever Ford Capri 280 Brooklands
Updated on 15 July 2024
Now that the Ford Capri has fallen into classic car status, we revisit the legendary 280 Brooklands edition to see if it's as...
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40 years of the Peugeot 205: Why it was so Special
Updated on 7 June 2024
In 1983, Peugeot revealed the 205, a car that would not only go on to redefine the company and reset its image, but that woul...
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The Most Popular New and Used Cars in the UK in 2023
Updated on 13 May 2024
Ever wondered what the bestselling new and used cars were in 2023? Well, wonder no more, as our handy guide reveals all.