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Vicky Parrott

Vicky Parrott,

New cars editor, Motor1.com UK
vicky.parrott@motor1.com
  • Has previously worked at What Car?, Autocar and Drivetribe.
  • Knows everything there is to know about cars, ever (probably).

Articles by Vicky Parrott

First Drives 2018 Kia Stinger 2.0 T-GDi first drive: Affordable, executive cool

2018 Kia Stinger 2.0 T-GDi first drive: Affordable, executive cool

It might fall short of the veiled muscle car appeal of the Stinger GT S, but the 2.0-litre petrol Stinger is still great to drive, radical to look at and usefully cheaper to buy and run
By Vicky Parrott 27 February 2018
First Drives 2018 Maserati Quattroporte first drive: Now with added high-tech

2018 Maserati Quattroporte first drive: Now with added high-tech

The Maserati Quattroporte now gets electrically-assisted steering and more safety kit for 2018, but has it cost the Italian executive any of its plentiful charm and charisma?
By Vicky Parrott 23 February 2018
Living With It Peugeot 3008 SUV 1.6 BlueHDi GT Line: Living with it

Peugeot 3008 SUV 1.6 BlueHDi GT Line: Living with it

Update 6: The safety kit on the 3008 is very impressive, but at times it can also be quite annoying.
By Vicky Parrott 20 February 2018
New Car Reviews 2016 Suzuki Ignis review: Micro 4x4 with style appeal

2016 Suzuki Ignis review: Micro 4x4 with style appeal

The Suzuki Ignis is phenomenally roomy inside for such a tiny car. It's a super-efficient, go-anywhere 4x4 and a versatile, compact city car all in one.
By Vicky Parrott 16 February 2018
Living With It Range Rover TDV6 Autobiography: Living with it

Range Rover TDV6 Autobiography: Living with it

The Range Rover gets the family car test. How much random kiddy paraphernalia can you squeeze into a posh Range Rover? Not as much as you might think.
By Vicky Parrott 14 February 2018
Top Trumps Volkswagen Up GTI vs Abarth 595: The numbers

Volkswagen Up GTI vs Abarth 595: The numbers

Big fun, small package; that's what these two tiny but fierce little cars are about. But which one wins the numbers game?
By Vicky Parrott 14 February 2018
First Drives 2018 Audi A3 Sportback 1.5 TFSI first drive: The new 2.0 TDI

2018 Audi A3 Sportback 1.5 TFSI first drive: The new 2.0 TDI

Should you be ditching a diesel Audi A3 in favour of the new 1.5 TFSI?
By Vicky Parrott 13 February 2018
First Drives 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross 4WD Auto first drive: Not quite a Qashqai

2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross 4WD Auto first drive: Not quite a Qashqai

The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross brings a peppy new 1.5-litre petrol engine and striking looks to the family SUV class.
By Vicky Parrott 08 February 2018
Living With It Skoda Kodiaq SE L 2.0 TDI 190 4x4 DSG 7st: Living with it

Skoda Kodiaq SE L 2.0 TDI 190 4x4 DSG 7st: Living with it

Fifth report: The AEB system had a spasm the other day, but otherwise life with the Kodiaq is as easygoing as ever.
By Vicky Parrott 08 February 2018
First Drives DS 7 Crossback BlueHDi 180 first drive: Boutique, novelty SUV

DS 7 Crossback BlueHDi 180 first drive: Boutique, novelty SUV

DS has made leaps with the DS 7 Crossback - a car that has genuine style lustre and appeal despite its many and varied rivals.
By Vicky Parrott 01 February 2018
Official 2018 Renault Megane RS: In pictures

2018 Renault Megane RS: In pictures

Our first drive of the all-new Renault Megane RS will go live tomorrow, so in the meantime check out this full gallery of the hot Megane in action on road and track.
By Vicky Parrott 30 January 2018
Living With It Skoda Kodiaq SE L 2.0 TDI 190 4x4 DSG 7st: Living with it

Skoda Kodiaq SE L 2.0 TDI 190 4x4 DSG 7st: Living with it

Fourth report: We've got some niggles with how long it takes to input a postcode into the Skoda's sat-nav... But that's about the biggest criticism we can think of.
By Vicky Parrott 23 January 2018
New Car Reviews 2018 Kia Stinger review: Kia's Quattroporte

2018 Kia Stinger review: Kia's Quattroporte

The Kia Stinger takes on rivals like the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe and Audi A5 Sportback, but the top-spec GT S feels more like a cut-price Maserati Quattroporte.
By Vicky Parrott 23 January 2018
First Drives 2018 Volkswagen Up GTI first drive: Fizzy, affordable fun

2018 Volkswagen Up GTI first drive: Fizzy, affordable fun

The VW Up GTI is everything you want it to be: Fun, affordable and perfectly suited to UK roads.
By Vicky Parrott 18 January 2018
Top Trumps Ford Fiesta ST vs VW Polo GTI: The numbers

Ford Fiesta ST vs VW Polo GTI: The numbers

Two circa-200bhp, front-wheel drive ‘junior’ hot hatches, both new, both promising mega fun for affordable money. Which one wins the numbers game?
By Vicky Parrott 18 January 2018
Interview We chat to Billy Monger ahead of his stunt-driving debut

We chat to Billy Monger ahead of his stunt-driving debut

We interview one of racing's rising stars, Billy Monger, ahead of his stunt driving debut at the Autosport International show.
By Vicky Parrott 12 January 2018
Motorsport.com Injured troops to race Jaguar in British GT Championship

Injured troops to race Jaguar in British GT Championship

Wounded, injured and sick British troops to race courtesy of new Invictus Games Racing team.
By Vicky Parrott 11 January 2018
First Drives 2018 Toyota Yaris GRMN first drive: Wicked fun - forget the price

2018 Toyota Yaris GRMN first drive: Wicked fun - forget the price

The Toyota Yaris GRMN is unique in its field, and while irrationally priced, it's not a rational purchase
By Vicky Parrott 10 January 2018
Top Trumps Mercedes-AMG GT R vs Porsche 911 GT2 RS: The numbers

Mercedes-AMG GT R vs Porsche 911 GT2 RS: The numbers

Two stupidly powerful rear-wheel drive super-sports cars. But which wins the numbers game?
By Vicky Parrott 28 December 2017
Living With It Skoda Kodiaq SE L 2.0 TDI 190 4x4 DSG 7st: Living with it

Skoda Kodiaq SE L 2.0 TDI 190 4x4 DSG 7st: Living with it

Third report: Our Skoda's proving to be great at clearing mist and ice, but less brilliant with economy on short runs in cold weather
By Vicky Parrott 26 December 2017
New Car Reviews 2017 Toyota C-HR review: Stylish, not practical

2017 Toyota C-HR review: Stylish, not practical

The C-HR is comfortable to drive and has loads of personalisation options, but it's not roomy or practical
By Vicky Parrott 18 December 2017
New Car Reviews 2017 Alfa Romeo Stelvio review: Stylish, likeable SUV

2017 Alfa Romeo Stelvio review: Stylish, likeable SUV

The Alfa Stelvio is a stylish SUV that's great to drive, but isn't the most practical offering in the class
By Vicky Parrott 14 December 2017
Top Trumps BMW M5 vs Mercedes-AMG E63 S: The numbers

BMW M5 vs Mercedes-AMG E63 S: The numbers

Both V8, both with switchable four-wheel drive, so which one wins the numbers game?
By Vicky Parrott 12 December 2017
First Drives 2018 Alpine A110 first drive: A legend now, as then

2018 Alpine A110 first drive: A legend now, as then

However good you hoped this Alpine was going to be, it's actually better
By Vicky Parrott 09 December 2017
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