
Mario Christou
Senior Reviews Writer
Mario has been a freelance photojournalist in the world of car culture for six years, having started his writing career contributing to EA Games’ automotive outlet Speedhunters.com in his spare time. Mario has also done stints in marketing and at a BMW Performance specialist.
Having continued journalism throughout this period, he took the leap to freelance full-time contributing articles and photography to outlets in the United States, Spain and Germany as well as Speedhunters.com. He’s now Carwow’s Senior Reviews Writer, combining his journalistic and road testing experience to make sure car buyers are well informed to make the perfect purchase.
Mario is a die-hard BMW enthusiast, and he’s at his happiest when surrounded by car culture - be it modified, motorsport or anything in between.
Having continued journalism throughout this period, he took the leap to freelance full-time contributing articles and photography to outlets in the United States, Spain and Germany as well as Speedhunters.com. He’s now Carwow’s Senior Reviews Writer, combining his journalistic and road testing experience to make sure car buyers are well informed to make the perfect purchase.
Mario is a die-hard BMW enthusiast, and he’s at his happiest when surrounded by car culture - be it modified, motorsport or anything in between.
Latest car reviews by Mario Christou

BYD Dolphin Surf
8/10

Jaecoo 7
6/10

Skoda Elroq
9/10

Kia EV3
9/10

Volkswagen Tayron
9/10

Audi SQ5 Sportback
7/10

BMW M5 Touring
8/10
Articles by Mario Christou
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Silence S04 driven: Is this tiny Nissan all the car you’ll ever need?12th Jun 2025Roads are more congested than ever, car prices are sky-high and microcars can often feel barren. Is the Silence S04 the solution; big-car...
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Opinion: The BYD Dolphin Surf is here to shake up the small EV market11th Jun 2025Senior reviews writer Mario Christou gets behind the wheel of the BYD Dolphin Surf at the UK launch event in London, and it makes a...
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Is the Renault Rafale a bona-fide BMW, Volvo and Tesla alternative?1st Jun 2025There’s no denying that the Rafale is Renault’s most attention-grabbing product, but does it have the substance to back up its style in...
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Which of these Tesla Model Y alternatives should you choose?30th May 2025They’re almost identical under the skin, but the Peugeot E-3008 and E-5008 each bring a distinct flavour to the electric SUV game. Senior...
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C’est magnifique: seven reasons why you need to visit Peugeot’s historic archives27th May 2025Senior reviews writer Mario Christou takes a trip around two of Peugeot’s archive sites, and he thinks that you should too
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Van Speed Limits in the UK20th May 2025Have you ever considered the driving law differences concerning vans and cars? A lot of people haven’t, so we’ve put together this guide...
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Volkswagen ID5 driven: Tesla alternative or a case of style over substance?9th May 2025Our senior reviews writer has spent some time behind the wheel of the Volkswagen ID5. It’s stylish, practical and efficient, but is that...
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Nissan Skyline (R32/R33/R34) Review & Buying Guide (1989-2002)2nd May 2025The Nissan Skyline of the 1990s is part of almost every car enthusiast’s life thanks to its movie and video game fame. Here’s what to...
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Opinion: why this 40-year-old hatchback is better than a new sports car1st May 2025Simple, unrefined and without a touchscreen in sight, the AE86 Toyota Corolla is about as far removed from a modern sports car as...
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Forget Tesla – Why the Xiaomi SU7 Could Be Your Next Electric Car10th Apr 2025Does a car from a Chinese tech giant have what it takes to take on the best-selling EVs in Europe? The answer is yes, and if the Xiaomi...
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Driving guide: five things you need to know about driving through the Arctic28th Mar 2025British country lanes, Californian highways and Italian coastlines are all straightforward to navigate. The Arctic wilderness is a...
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Why the Arctic Circle is my ultimate road trip destination26th Mar 2025Where do you go if a Mediterranean road trip is a bit too plain? Head north to the Arctic for an unforgettable experience.
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Is this Audi RS Q8 better than a Lamborghini Urus?25th Mar 2025Audi’s impressive RS Q8 is one of our favourite high-performance SUVs, and it’s one of the best you can buy. Is it better than its...
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BMW 3 Series (E30) Review & Buying Guide (1982-1994)19th Mar 2025One of the most iconic pieces of German car design of all time, the E30 generation BMW 3 Series is a charming classic to own. Here’s what...
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BMW 3 Series (E36) Review & Buying Guide (1990-2000)5th Mar 2025If you’re after a piece of cult-classic German design that makes a great daily driver, look no further than the E36 generation BMW 3...