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Vicky Parrott

Vicky Parrott

Vicky Parrott is a contributing editor at CarGurus. Vicky started her career at Autocar and spent a happy eight years there as a road tester and video presenter, before progressing to be deputy road test editor at What Car? magazine and Associate Editor for DrivingElectric. She's a specialist in EVs but she does also admit to enjoying a V8 and a flyweight.

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Alfa Romeo Tonale 2026 review | A family SUV with Italian flair

Alfa Romeo Tonale 2026 review | A family SUV with Italian flair

by Vicky Parrott

The Alfa Romeo Tonale is a compact SUV that rivals models from the Audi Q3 and BMW X1 through to the Volvo XC40 and Lexus NX.

Vicky Parrott: Is Diesel Really Dead?

Vicky Parrott: Is Diesel Really Dead?

by Vicky Parrott

CarGurus’ motoring expert and commentator Vicky Parrott has her say on the burning issues in the automotive world. This week,...

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BYD Seal 2026 review | Great value electric motoring

BYD Seal 2026 review | Great value electric motoring

by Vicky Parrott

The BYD Seal is a compact electric saloon that you can get with rear- or four-wheel drive, and which takes on the Tesla Model...

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MG IM5 2026 review | Tesla-teasing executive EV from China

MG IM5 2026 review | Tesla-teasing executive EV from China

by Vicky Parrott

The MG IM5 is a large, executive EV that offers huge battery capacity, ultra-fast charging and frankly ridiculous power outpu...

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Fiat 600e Review (2023-present)

Fiat 600e Review (2023-present)

by Vicky Parrott

The Fiat 600e is a compact, five-door electric crossover that offers more space than a Fiat 500, but much of the same sense o...

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Fiat 500e Review (2021-present)

Fiat 500e Review (2021-present)

by Vicky Parrott

Fiat has split its iconic city car line up, with the all-electric New 500 taking the brand into fresh territory.

BMW i4 2026 review | The electric BMW that still drives like a BMW

BMW i4 2026 review | The electric BMW that still drives like a BMW

by Vicky Parrott

The BMW i4 is a serious rival to the Tesla Model 3, and remains one of the most compelling four-door electric cars you can bu...

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How Much Does it Cost to Charge an Electric Car Battery?

How Much Does it Cost to Charge an Electric Car Battery?

by Vicky Parrott

Find out how much it costs to charge an electric car, and the savings you can make whether charging at home, at the roadside,...

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Vicky Parrott: Can we talk about BYD?

Vicky Parrott: Can we talk about BYD?

by Vicky Parrott

CarGurus’ motoring expert and commentator Vicky Parrott has her say on the burning issues in the automotive world. This week,...

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Nissan Qashqai Review 2025 | A different kind of hybrid

Nissan Qashqai Review 2025 | A different kind of hybrid

by Vicky Parrott

The Nissan Qashqai has been the go-to family SUV for well over a decade. This third-generation model has hybrid power, sharpe...

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BMW X1 2025 review | Practical and pleasant to drive

BMW X1 2025 review | Practical and pleasant to drive

by Vicky Parrott

The latest BMW X1 is the third generation of BMW's smallest SUV, and it's more practical, classier and better to drive than e...

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Ford Puma SUV 2025 review | The best small SUV you can buy

Ford Puma SUV 2025 review | The best small SUV you can buy

by Vicky Parrott

The Ford Puma has injected a bit of style into and driving fun into the compact crossover class, while remaining practical, t...

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Kia Niro 2026 review | Overshadowed by its siblings

Kia Niro 2026 review | Overshadowed by its siblings

by Vicky Parrott

The Kia Niro is offered in hybrid and plug-in hybrid drivetrains. We cover the full electric Niro EV model in a separate revi...

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Skoda Enyaq 2025 review | A brilliant all-round electric SUV

Skoda Enyaq 2025 review | A brilliant all-round electric SUV

by Vicky Parrott

The Skoda Enyaq is a big, five-seat, pure electric family SUV. It’s offered with a choice of two batteries, a range of up to ...

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MG MG5 2020-2025 review | A bargain electric estate car

MG MG5 2020-2025 review | A bargain electric estate car

by Vicky Parrott

The MG5 EV is a pure electric estate car that’s great value given the equipment, driving range and practicality that it offer...

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Hyundai Santa Fe 2025 review | A seven-seat solution for family life

Hyundai Santa Fe 2025 review | A seven-seat solution for family life

by Vicky Parrott

The Hyundai Santa Fe is a large, seven-seat SUV available with hybrid or plug-in hybrid powertrains. It’s big, brash, versati...

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Vicky Parrott: Why driving a 911 GTS was not my motoring highlight of 2025

Vicky Parrott: Why driving a 911 GTS was not my motoring highlight of 2025

by Vicky Parrott

CarGurus’ motoring expert and commentator Vicky Parrott has her say on the burning issues in the automotive world. This week,...

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Vicky Parrott: Let’s hear it for British motorway services

Vicky Parrott: Let’s hear it for British motorway services

by Vicky Parrott

CarGurus’ motoring expert and commentator Vicky Parrott has her say on the burning issues in the automotive world. This week,...

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Citroen e-C3 Review 2025 | Affordable small car from France

Citroen e-C3 Review 2025 | Affordable small car from France

by Vicky Parrott

The e-C3 is a small electric car offering plenty of style, a decent driving range and great value for money.

Renault Clio Review 2027 | Early impressions of France's forthcoming supermini

Renault Clio Review 2027 | Early impressions of France's forthcoming supermini

by Vicky Parrott

The Renault Clio is a compact, five-door hatchback that’s been around for long enough to have become a household name. It rem...

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Vicky Parrott: Would the return of the Ford Fiesta be a good thing? Or is parts-sharing ruining the car industry?

Vicky Parrott: Would the return of the Ford Fiesta be a good thing? Or is parts-sharing ruining the car industry?

by Vicky Parrott

CarGurus’ motoring expert and commentator Vicky Parrott has her say on the burning issues in the automotive world. This week,...

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BYD Atto 3 2025 review | Compact electric SUV from China

BYD Atto 3 2025 review | Compact electric SUV from China

by Vicky Parrott

The BYD Atto 3 is a Chinese-made mid-sized, pure electric hatchback SUV, that splits the difference in size between the Volks...

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Renault 4 Review 2025 | Does it match the brilliance of the Renault 5?

Renault 4 Review 2025 | Does it match the brilliance of the Renault 5?

by Vicky Parrott

The Renault 4 blends retro styling with a practical interior, and a fully electric drivetrain. It's a very lovable family EV.

BYD Atto 2 Review 2025 | Small electric SUV from China

BYD Atto 2 Review 2025 | Small electric SUV from China

by Vicky Parrott

The BYD Atto 2 is the seventh model to arrive from the giant Chinese car maker since it arrived in the UK in 2023. It’s a pur...

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