Matt Degen

Matt Degen is an author specializing in reviewing cars with the goal of helping you find the best one for your needs. Prior to joining Kelley Blue Book in 2012, he was a writer and editor for over a decade at The Orange County Register newspaper. There he covered automobiles, music and food -- all things Matt is passionate about. He holds degrees in Communications and Culinary Arts. When not evaluating vehicles, he is cooking on his YouTube channel.

Compact SUV Crossover

2021 Subaru Forester: Lowest Cost to Own Among Compact SUVs

Matt Degen - April 27, 2021

Predicted 5-Year Cost to Own: $36,446 Compared to Segment Average: -$3,307 Another year, another win for the Subaru Forester for…

Midsize SUV Crossover

2021 Subaru Ascent: Lowest Cost to Own Among 3-Row Midsize SUVs

Matt Degen - April 27, 2021

Predicted 5-Year Cost to Own: $45,935 Compared to Segment Average: -$3,513 Say you’re a growing family whose idea of fun…

Subcompact SUV Crossover

2021 Lexus UX: Lowest Cost to Own Among Subcompact Luxury SUVs

Matt Degen - April 27, 2021

Predicted 5-Year Cost to Own: $44,621 Compared to Segment Average: -$3,079 If you think a Lexus is out of your…

Subcompact SUV Crossover

2021 Hyundai Venue: Lowest Cost to Own Among Subcompact SUVs

Matt Degen - April 27, 2021

Predicted 5-Year Cost to Own: $29,145 Compared to Segment Average: -$6,838 The 2021 Hyundai Venue recently made its debut as…

Subcompact SUV Crossover

Best Subcompact SUV Resale Value: 2021 Subaru Crosstrek

Matt Degen - March 01, 2021

Predicted Resale Value After 5 Years of Ownership: 50.4% Even amid rising competition in one of the most popular segments…

Subcompact SUV Crossover

Best Subcompact Luxury SUV Resale Value: 2021 Volvo XC40

Matt Degen - March 01, 2021

Predicted Resale Value After 5 Years of Ownership: 37.3% Sharp looks, a roomy cabin, and various powertrain choices make the…

Luxury Midsize SUV Crossover

Best 2-Row Midsize Luxury SUV Resale Value: 2021 Range Rover Sport

Matt Degen - March 01, 2021

Predicted Resale Value After 5 Years of Ownership: 34.8% Among luxury SUVs, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport has the…

Midsize SUV Crossover

Dodge’s most powerful SUV is officially sold-out

Matt Degen - January 21, 2021

If you were hoping the most powerful production SUV ever made might arrive in your garage and you haven’t already…

Luxury Car

2021 Lexus IS First Look

Matt Degen - December 29, 2020

Pros Updated tech with full smartphone integration Choice of three powertrains Rear or all-wheel drive Reputation for reliability & high…

Compact Car

2021 Honda Civic Review

Matt Degen - December 29, 2020

Pros Kelley Blue Book Best Buy Award winner Available as a sedan or versatile hatchback Efficient and athletic Available with…