Mat Watson
Chief Content Officer
Mat has been a motoring journalist for more than two decades, starting out writing for magazines at Dennis Publishing before moving on to present the Auto Express and CarBuyer YouTube channels.
In 2016 he moved to Carwow to launch the new YouTube channel, which has since surpassed 11 million subscribers. Mat is also Chief Content Officer, overseeing all editorial content across the company's websites in the UK, Spain and Germany.
As well as his YouTube exploits, Mat has also presented for television, including a 10-part ITV4 series called I Want That Car, where he helped people buy their dream used motor.
Mat Watson is also the author of Auto Biography: An Utterly Unbiased Guide to Every Car that Matters, published by Penguin.
In 2016 he moved to Carwow to launch the new YouTube channel, which has since surpassed 11 million subscribers. Mat is also Chief Content Officer, overseeing all editorial content across the company's websites in the UK, Spain and Germany.
As well as his YouTube exploits, Mat has also presented for television, including a 10-part ITV4 series called I Want That Car, where he helped people buy their dream used motor.
Mat Watson is also the author of Auto Biography: An Utterly Unbiased Guide to Every Car that Matters, published by Penguin.
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Articles by Mat Watson
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Mat’s deal of the day: lease this posh Volkswagen ID7 from less than £300 per month30th Oct 2026This electric saloon has loads of range, plenty of space, and a posh interior. The best part is that you can grab one from less than £300... -
Mat’s Car of the Day: why you should lease the Nissan Leaf instead of buying one29th Oct 2026Mat Watson was impressed with the Nissan Leaf when he reviewed it in October, and he’s found a cracking lease deal which makes it look... -
Mat’s deal of the day: Get behind the wheel of a Tesla Model Y for half the price of a new one28th Oct 2026This electric SUV is one of the best-selling electric cars in the UK – and a used example could be yours for half the price of one... -
Mat Watson gives his honest verdict on the new Audi Q9: is it the ultimate SUV?27th Oct 2026The Audi Q9 is a long-awaited alternative to the Mercedes GLS and BMW X7, but does it have what it takes to beat those cars? Mat Watson... -
Mat’s Car of the Day: the Renault Clio is one of the best cars you can buy for less than £20,00027th Oct 2026Mat Watson says the Renault Clio is great to drive, practical and posh inside, and you can get the top-spec model for under £20,000... -
Mat’s deal of the day: save over £8,800 on the sporty-looking Cupra Born26th Oct 2026This car has sporty looks, a roomy cabin and excellent efficiency – and you could get one brand-new with a generous discount. -
Mat’s deal of the day: fancy the iconic Ford Focus from less than £9,000?25th Oct 2026This family hatchback is one of the best-selling used cars in the UK. And if you’re looking for a bargain, this deal may be of interest. -
V12 Ferrari drag race: 12 Cilindri vs 812 Superfast vs F12 vs 59924th Oct 2026Mat Watson has got four of Ferrari’s front-engined V12 GT cars together for a drag race to find out if they’ve got better over time. -
Mat’s Car of the Day: the Hyundai Ioniq 5 is used car of the year, and it’s easy to see why24th Oct 2026Carwow’s sister publication Auto Express has just crowned the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Used Car Of the Year, and Mat Watson has found some great... -
Mat’s deal of the day: snap up the practical Jaecoo E5 from less than £275 per month23rd Oct 2026This Chinese electric SUV comes with loads of kit and a practical cabin. There’s a great lease deal you can get on this affordable car too. -
Mat Watson gives his honest verdict on the new BMW X5: is it better than the old one?23rd Oct 2026Mat Watson has been in California driving the all-new BMW X5, as well as comparing it with the old car. Is it just change for change’s... -
Mat’s Car of the Day: the Kia EV6 is a brilliant electric car, and there are some equally brilliant deals22nd Oct 2026The Kia EV6 is a spacious and high-tech electric car which really stands out on the road. Here’s why Mat Watson thinks you should... -
How much can you actually fit in your car’s boot? I’ve tested 33 models to find out21st Oct 2026Car manufacturers list boot sizes in litres, but what do these numbers actually mean? Mat Watson has been cramming cars with suitcases to... -
Mat’s deal of the day: grab this used peppy Mazda MX-5 from less than £16,50021st Oct 2026Want a sports car that’s great value, handles wonderfully and comes with peppy, efficient engines? You’ve come to the right place. -
5 of the best EVs eligible for the full electric car grant20th Oct 2026Looking for an electric car that qualifies for the full £3,750 electric car grant? Here are five models worth considering, plus the great...