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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.

Articles written by this author:

Mercedes-Benz CLA Review 2025 | One step closer to the 500-mile electric car

Mercedes-Benz CLA Review 2025 | One step closer to the 500-mile electric car

by Vicky Parrott

The new Mercedes-Benz CLA is the first of a new era of cars from the German manufacturer. It gets a new platform, an EV range...

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Hyundai Inster Review (2025-present)

Hyundai Inster Review (2025-present)

by Vicky Parrott

The Hyundai Inster is a small electric car with impressive seat and boot versatility. It's up against some great rivals, but ...

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Porsche Macan Electric Review 2025 | The ultimate electric sports SUV

Porsche Macan Electric Review 2025 | The ultimate electric sports SUV

by Vicky Parrott

If you’re after sharp handling and premium finish in a usable family electric SUV, the Porsche Macan is the best of its breed...

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Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV Review 2025 | Huge and luxurious electric SUV

Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV Review 2025 | Huge and luxurious electric SUV

by Vicky Parrott

The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV is a very large and very expensive electric luxury SUV that represents the pinnacle of the German c...

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2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV Review

2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV Review

by Vicky Parrott

The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV is a very large and very expensive electric luxury SUV that represents the pinnacle of the German c...

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2025 Porsche Macan Electric Review: A brilliant electric sports SUV

2025 Porsche Macan Electric Review: A brilliant electric sports SUV

by Vicky Parrott

If you’re after sharp handling and premium finish in a usable family electric SUV, the Porsche Macan is the best of its breed...

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2025 BYD Atto 2 Review: Small electric SUV from China

2025 BYD Atto 2 Review: 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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Vicky Parrot: Pay-per-mile tax on EVs seems badly timed and badly thought out

Vicky Parrot: Pay-per-mile tax on EVs seems badly timed and badly thought out

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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Porsche Panamera Review 2025 | A joy to spend time in

Porsche Panamera Review 2025 | A joy to spend time in

by Vicky Parrott

The Porsche Panamera is a large, luxury sports-GT car that aims to offer the luxury of big saloons like the Mercedes S-Class,...

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Audi Q3 Review (2025-present)

Audi Q3 Review (2025-present)

by Vicky Parrott

The Audi Q3 is a long-running small family SUV that is now in its third generation. With petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid po...

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Vicky Parrott: What’s the deal with coupe-SUVs?

Vicky Parrott: What’s the deal with coupe-SUVs?

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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Honda Civic Review (2016-2021)

Honda Civic Review (2016-2021)

by Vicky Parrott

The 10th generation Honda Civic can make for a great used family car. In fact, we think it's one of the best on the market.

Mercedes C-Class Review (2022-present)

Mercedes C-Class Review (2022-present)

by Vicky Parrott

The Mercedes C-Class is long-established compact executive saloon that takes on the BMW 3-Series and the Audi A4.

Vicky Parrott: Why we’re still not ready for self-driving vehicles

Vicky Parrott: Why we’re still not ready for self-driving vehicles

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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Volvo EX30 Review (2023-present)

Volvo EX30 Review (2023-present)

by Vicky Parrott

The Volvo EX30 is a compact electric family car that comes so close brilliance, but is held back by its infuriating touchscre...

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Genesis GV80 Review (2021-present)

Genesis GV80 Review (2021-present)

by Vicky Parrott

The Genesis GV80 was the first large SUV from Hyundai's luxury brand. It’s a likeable and lavish-feeling vehicle, but didn't ...

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Volkswagen Tiguan Review (2016-2024)

Volkswagen Tiguan Review (2016-2024)

by Vicky Parrott

The Volkswagen Tiguan has long been a go-to option for anyone after a plush, practical family SUV, and with good reason.

Tesla Model Y Review (2022-present)

Tesla Model Y Review (2022-present)

by Vicky Parrott

The Tesla Model Y is one of the world's most popular electric cars. It's spacious, quick and supported by a brilliant chargin...

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Mazda CX-80 Review (2024-present)

Mazda CX-80 Review (2024-present)

by Vicky Parrott

The Mazda CX-80 is a big seven-seat SUV with an unusual choice of powertrains – including a six-cylinder diesel – along with ...

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Leapmotor T03 Review (2025-present)

Leapmotor T03 Review (2025-present)

by Vicky Parrott

The Leapmotor T03 is a small electric city car, and one of the most affordable EVs on sale in the UK. It seats four people, a...

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Peugeot e-3008 Review (2024-present)

Peugeot e-3008 Review (2024-present)

by Vicky Parrott

The Peugeot e-3008 is a slick-looking family crossover electric SUV that’s available with two battery sizes, and between 326 ...

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Renault Scenic E-Tech Review (2024-present)

Renault Scenic E-Tech Review (2024-present)

by Vicky Parrott

The Renault Scenic E-Tech is a fully electric family car with a long range, lots of space., and compelling pricing.

BMW iX3 Review (2021-2025)

BMW iX3 Review (2021-2025)

by Vicky Parrott

The BMW iX3 is a pure-electric version of the popular BMW X3 SUV. It delivers rear-wheel drive and a range of up to 285 miles...

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Mazda6 Review (2013-2022)

Mazda6 Review (2013-2022)

by Vicky Parrott

The Mazda6 is a large family car that represents good value next to rivals. Tidy handling makes it one of the more engaging c...

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