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Ivan Aistrop

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:

BMW 2 Series (2014-2021) review | One badge for four very different cars

BMW 2 Series (2014-2021) review | One badge for four very different cars

by Ivan Aistrop

The BMW 2 Series can be a practical MPV or a slinky two-door; either way, it's good to drive, and feels upmarket inside.

BMW 1 Series 2026 review | Still the best family car for those who love driving

BMW 1 Series 2026 review | Still the best family car for those who love driving

by Ivan Aistrop

Buying a family car doesn't have to mean giving up driving fun - as the BMW 1 Series proves with its engaging handling.

Mazda CX-60 2026 review | A premium-feeling Japanese SUV

Mazda CX-60 2026 review | A premium-feeling Japanese SUV

by Ivan Aistrop

The Mazda CX-60 is a more premium five-seat alternative to the well-liked CX-5, and this large family SUV comes complete with...

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Renault Clio 2026 review | Stylish, spacious and efficient supermini

Renault Clio 2026 review | Stylish, spacious and efficient supermini

by Ivan Aistrop

The Renault Clio is one of the most stylish and well-rounded superminis you can buy, with recent updates simplifying the rang...

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Renault Austral 2026 review | Practical and efficient family SUV

Renault Austral 2026 review | Practical and efficient family SUV

by Ivan Aistrop

The Renault Austral is based on the same underpinnings as the contemporary Nissan Qashqai, one of the most popular cars in th...

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Honda ZR-V 2026 review | Spacious and comfortable family SUV

Honda ZR-V 2026 review | Spacious and comfortable family SUV

by Ivan Aistrop

The hybrid-powered Honda ZR-V is a family sized SUV based on the brilliant Civic hatchback, designed to take on the Nissan Qa...

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Citroen e-C4 X 2026 review | Quirky but appealing electric saloon

Citroen e-C4 X 2026 review | Quirky but appealing electric saloon

by Ivan Aistrop

The Citroen e-C4 X is a strange mash-up of various different traditional bodystyles, and – in the UK at least – is powered ex...

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DS 3 2026 review | Stylish and upmarket compact crossover

DS 3 2026 review | Stylish and upmarket compact crossover

by Ivan Aistrop

The DS 3 has changed a bit over the years - in both nature and name - but these days, it's a small, supermini-sized crossover...

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BMW i5 2026 review | Comfortable and tech-laden electric saloon

BMW i5 2026 review | Comfortable and tech-laden electric saloon

by Ivan Aistrop

The BMW i5 is an all-electric version of the latest 5 Series executive saloon. Think of it as the future of the 5 Series – an...

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XPeng G6 2026 review | Tech-heavy electric SUV from China

XPeng G6 2026 review | Tech-heavy electric SUV from China

by Ivan Aistrop

Chinese company XPeng wants its G6 SUV to be seen as a technical tour-de-force of gadgetry and innovation, and has done a dec...

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Audi RS3 2026 review | Hot hatch practicality, sports car performance

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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DS 7 2023-2025 review | A stylish and distinctive used SUV

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

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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Dacia Sandero Stepway 2026 review | A supermini with crossover appeal

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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