
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

SEAT Arona
8/10

Toyota Yaris Cross
9/10

Skoda Elroq
8/10

Kia EV3
9/10

BMW X1
8/10

BMW M5 Touring
8/10
Articles by Mario Christou
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Volkswagen Tayron driven: Is it a bona fide posh SUV, or is it just an XL Tiguan?14th May 2025Senior reviews writer Mario Christou gets to grips with the new seven-seater Volkswagen Tayron to find whether Volkswagen has made it a...
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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...
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Drag race: new Porsche 911 vs Shelby Mustang GT 3504th Feb 2025German precision or American brute force – which will win in a drag race? We find out by pitting the latest Porsche 911 Carrera against a...