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Stephen Edelstein

Stephen Edelstein

Stephen is a freelance automotive journalist covering everything on four wheels. Whether it's a new EV or a full-size pickup truck, he's eager to drive it and tell you all about it in a CarGurus Test Drive Review. Besides contributing to CarGurus, Stephen currently has bylines at Digital Trends, Green Car Reports, and Motor Authority.

Articles written by this author:

2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Review

2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Review

by Stephen Edelstein

The GMC Sierra 1500 keeps pace with rivals by doubling down on luxury and tech.

2024 Cadillac CT5 Review

2024 Cadillac CT5 Review

by Stephen Edelstein

Cadillac’s midsize CTS sedan holds the line against updated competition.

2024 Nissan Z Review

2024 Nissan Z Review

by Stephen Edelstein

The Z NISMO returns for 2024, giving Nissan's entry-level sports car greater track capability.

2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid Plug-In Review

2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid Plug-In Review

by Stephen Edelstein

The 2023 Kia Sorento PHEV (plug-in hybrid electric vehicle) brings added efficiency to a popular midsize crossover SUV.

2023 Subaru WRX Review

2023 Subaru WRX Review

by Stephen Edelstein

After two decades on sale in North America, the rally-inspired WRX has grown up.

2023 Dodge Durango Review

2023 Dodge Durango Review

by Stephen Edelstein

The 2023 Dodge Durango is part SUV, part muscle car. Intrigued? Our full review reveals all.

2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Review

2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Review

by Stephen Edelstein

The 2024 Atlas Cross Sport is an improved Volkswagen SUV for buyers who don't need a third row.

2024 Volkswagen Atlas Review

2024 Volkswagen Atlas Review

by Stephen Edelstein

Volkswagen's biggest vehicle, the Atlas, gets more power, more standard features, and more lights.

2024 Buick Envista Review

2024 Buick Envista Review

by Stephen Edelstein

Buick's new entry-level model, the Envista, delivers more than expected.

2024 Chevrolet Trax Review

2024 Chevrolet Trax Review

by Stephen Edelstein

After a one-year hiatus, the 2024 Chevrolet Trax brings a new level of style and tech to the brand's entry-level crossover SU...

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2023 GMC Canyon Review

2023 GMC Canyon Review

by Stephen Edelstein

The redesigned next-generation Canyon is the perfect midsize truck for buyers who want all the bells and whistles.

2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 Review

2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 Review

by Stephen Edelstein

Hyundai's latest EV, the Ioniq 6, has a design that's impossible to ignore.

2023 BMW i7 Review

2023 BMW i7 Review

by Stephen Edelstein

BMW’s flagship 7 Series sedan goes electric in the all-new for 2023 i7.

2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV Review

2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV Review

by Stephen Edelstein

The Mercedes-Benz EV lineup expands once again for 2023 with the midsize EQE SUV.

2023 Toyota bZ4X Review

2023 Toyota bZ4X Review

by Stephen Edelstein

With the bZ4X, Toyota finally enters the EV game with a small crossover aimed at the heart of the market.

2023 Volkswagen ID.4 Review

2023 Volkswagen ID.4 Review

by Stephen Edelstein

A new entry-level variant brings the ID.4 closer to VW’s goal of mass-market affordability.

2023 Kia Niro Hybrid Plug-In Review

2023 Kia Niro Hybrid Plug-In Review

by Stephen Edelstein

Dramatic new styling helps the redesigned 2023 Kia Niro stand out from the crowd.

2023 Volvo XC40 Review

2023 Volvo XC40 Review

by Stephen Edelstein

The Volvo XC40, the automaker's smallest crossover SUV, gets refreshed with a mild-hybrid powertrain.

 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid Review

2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid Review

by Stephen Edelstein

Kia’s longest-running nameplate, the Sportage, gets a first-ever hybrid model for 2023.

2023 Buick Encore GX Review

2023 Buick Encore GX Review

by Stephen Edelstein

The 2023 Buick GX is an entry-level model and an adequate placeholder as the brand plans an EV reset.

2023 Kia Soul Review

2023 Kia Soul Review

by Stephen Edelstein

The 2023 Kia Soul is a boxy machine that proves economy cars don’t have to be boring.

2023 BMW 8 Series Rreview

2023 BMW 8 Series Rreview

by Stephen Edelstein

With multiple body styles and a perfect balance of luxury and sportiness, the 2023 BMW 8 Series is an overachiever.

2023 Nissan Versa Review

2023 Nissan Versa Review

by Stephen Edelstein

The Nissan Versa, Nissan's smallest sedan, proves “entry-level” doesn’t have to mean “bad.”

2023 Kia Niro EV Review

2023 Kia Niro EV Review

by Stephen Edelstein

The redesigned Kia Niro EV brings added style to the entry-level EV segment.

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