Latest car reviews by Mario Christou
BYD Dolphin Surf
6/10
Audi Q5 Sportback
7/10
Skoda Kodiaq vRS
6/10
Hyundai Ioniq 9
8/10
Audi SQ5
7/10
Articles by Mario Christou
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Opinion: this fast BMW is the ultimate one-car garage16th Sep 2025Senior reviews writer Mario Christou is no stranger to a sporty BMW, and he reckons the new M3 CS Touring is the sweet spot of... -
New Mercedes GLC EV unveiled: a bold new look for the posh family-SUV8th Sep 2025This is the new, electric, Mercedes GLC, and it’s a dramatic departure from the old EQC with a tech-heavy cabin and bold new styling.... -
BYD has just announced some EV game changers. Will this put all of your electric worries to bed?8th Sep 2025BYD has just announced not one but two battery tech leaps: the UK’s first OEM battery repair centre, and its new ‘flash charging’... -
The best Chinese EVs for every budget6th Sep 2025In a world of ever-more expensive cars with ever-more expensive options lists, Chinese cars are bucking the trend by offering lots of... -
Opinion: this Mercedes is (almost) the perfect family car5th Sep 2025Senior reviews writer Mario Christou has spent a week with the Mercedes C300e Estate, and he thinks that more families should consider a... -
Can this affordable, electric Chinese SUV tempt you away from its European alternatives?4th Sep 2025The BYD Atto 2 is an easy to drive, spacious and well-equipped small SUV. Senior reviews writer Mario Christou has got behind the wheel... -
Opinion: we need more sports cars like the BMW Z44th Sep 2025The BMW Z4 isn’t the sharpest sports car in the shed, but after a week with the range-topping M40i manual version, senior reviews writer... -
The best hatchback cars for every budget29th Aug 2025With a wider variety of hatchbacks on sale than ever, it can be pretty overwhelming choosing the one that suits your needs. Our expert... -
This EV taught me how to drive electric cars properly27th Aug 2025The Mercedes EQS is far from a beginner-friendly car, but if you’re struggling to drive your EV efficiently, senior reviews writer Mario... -
The best SUVs for every budget27th Aug 2025There are countless SUVs on sale today, with more and more popping up every year, making it increasingly hard to choose the best one for... -
The best hybrid SUVs for every budget25th Aug 2025For a fuel-efficient, practical car with a high-set seating position, look no further than a hybrid SUV. Our expert reviews team has put... -
The best plug-in hybrid cars for every budget21st Aug 2025Plug-in hybrid cars offer the best of both worlds in between a pure EV and a petrol- or diesel-powered car, but they’re so common these... -
Xiaomi’s SU7 Ultra is the 1500hp electric super-saloon that breaks records without breaking the bank30th Jul 2025The Xiaomi SU7 Ultra is a 1500hp Chinese hyper-saloon. Its performance is hugely impressive and it offers great value for money, but does... -
Does the Land Rover Defender Trophy live up to its name?23rd Jul 2025Senior reviews writer Mario Christou spent a day testing the new Land Rover Defender Trophy in its natural habitat to find out if it’s... -
Opinion: a day of high-performance EVs has me feeling good about the future of sports cars16th Jul 2025Senior reviews writer, life-long petrolhead and V8 engine enthusiast Mario Christou spent some seat time in high-performance EVs at this...