
Ivan Aistrop
Ivan Aistrop is a Contributing Editor at CarGurus UK. Ivan has been at the sharp end of UK motoring journalism since 2004, working mostly for What Car?, Auto Trader and CarGurus, as well as contributing reviews and features for titles including Auto Express and Drivetribe.
Articles written by this author:

Audi RS3 2026 review | Hot hatch practicality, sports car performance
by Ivan Aistrop
The Audi RS3 is a stunning piece of engineering. It’s ludicrously fast, both in terms of acceleration and as a point-to-point...
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BMW M2 2026 review | A riotous, rear-driven sports coupe
by Ivan Aistrop
The BMW M2 is a sensational sports car, but it’s also a very talented all-rounder in a variety of other ways, too. It does ev...
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DS 7 2023-2025 review | A stylish and distinctive used SUV
by Ivan Aistrop
The DS 7 is a luxury mid-size SUV from French prestige brand DS Automobiles, and is a rival for the likes of the Audi Q5, BMW...
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Kia Optima Review 2016-2020 review | A practical and good-value saloon car
by Ivan Aistrop
The Kia Optima isn't far from the last word in driver enjoyment, but it's a solid and sensible saloon or estate that offers p...
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Leapmotor B10 2026 review | One of the cheapest EVs you can buy
by Ivan Aistrop
The Leapmotor B10 won't set your heart racing, but it'll provide comfortable and safe transport for your family at an extraor...
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Dacia Sandero Stepway 2026 review | A supermini with crossover appeal
by Ivan Aistrop
The Dacia Sandero Stepway feels just like a normal Sandero – for better and for worse – but it sits taller, and features rugg...
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Dacia Sandero 2026 review | One of the cheapest new cars on sale
by Ivan Aistrop
The Dacia Sandero supermini has always combined space with value - and the latest version is the best ever.

Subaru Solterra 2026 review | A sensible all-weather electric SUV
by Ivan Aistrop
The Subaru Solterra EV is the Japanese firm’s entry into the competitive midsize electric SUV market. It was developed alongs...
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Honda HR-V 2026 review | A sensible small hybrid SUV
by Ivan Aistrop
The Mk3 Honda HR-V has no shortage of rivals in the super-popular small SUV class, but it still holds its own – helped by hyb...
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Skoda Fabia Mk4 2026 review | Simple, good-value motoring
by Ivan Aistrop
The Skoda Fabia is well known for offering lots of space and good value for money. The latest model is also better to drive t...
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Peugeot e-Rifter 2026 review | A hugely practical electric MPV
by Ivan Aistrop
The Peugeot Rifter is an electric people carrier that goes all in on practicality. It’s got masses of space inside for up to ...
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Citroen C3 2025 review | A comfortable and affordable supermini
by Ivan Aistrop
Just as it has been for several years, the Citroen C3 is the French firm’s small-car offering, promising style at a low cost....
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Peugeot 5008 2026 review | A mixed bag
by Ivan Aistrop
The Peugeot 5008 is a seven-seater family SUV that looks theatrical on the outside, and even more so on the inside. Space and...
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2025 Volvo ES90: Price, Specs and Release Date
by Ivan Aistrop
Volvo has released details of the ES90 EV, the all-electric spiritual successor to the S90 saloon, although it’s not a saloon...
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Buying Your First Car: A CarGurus Guide
by Ivan Aistrop
Nothing quite compares with buying your first car. But how can you make sure you're getting a good one?

2025 Toyota Urban Cruiser Review: Prices, specs and release date
by Ivan Aistrop
The new Toyota Urban Cruiser is a compact electric SUV that aims to offer family-friendly levels of space and versatility, al...
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Jeep Grand Cherokee Review 2025 | America's Range Rover Sport Rival
by Ivan Aistrop
The fifth-generation Jeep Grand Cherokee is large, luxurious SUV that competes with cars such as the Range Rover Sport, and i...
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2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review: America's Range Rover Sport Rival
by Ivan Aistrop
The fifth-generation Jeep Grand Cherokee is large, luxurious SUV that competes with cars such as the Range Rover Sport, and i...
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2025 Cupra Terramar Review: A sportier Tiguan
by Ivan Aistrop
The Cupra Terramar is a midsize family SUV that shares much with the straight-suited Volkswagen Tiguan in terms of its mechan...
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Mazda 6e Review 2025 | Traditional family car is now electric
by Ivan Aistrop
The next generation of the Mazda 6 has gone all-electric. The Japanese firm’s latest large family hatchback is offered with t...
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MG3 Hybrid Review 2025 | Small hybrid for a low price
by Ivan Aistrop
The MG3 Hybrid+ is the firm’s supermini hatchback, and it’s one of the most affordable hybrids you can buy on the new car mar...
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2024 MG3 Hybrid Review
by Ivan Aistrop
The MG3 Hybrid+ is the firm’s supermini hatchback, and it’s one of the most affordable hybrids you can buy on the new car mar...
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2026 Mazda 6e Review: The latest Mazda 6 is all-electric
by Ivan Aistrop
The next generation of the Mazda 6 has gone all-electric. The Japanese firm’s latest large family hatchback is offered with t...
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Cupra Terramar Review 2025 : A sportier Tiguan alternative
by Ivan Aistrop
The Cupra Terramar is a midsize family SUV that shares much with the straight-suited Volkswagen Tiguan in terms of its mechan...
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