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 Car

2016 Mini Cooper S Convertible Quick Take

Matt Degen - June 01, 2016

In a perfect world, everyone would own a convertible at least once. There’s something magical about lowering a car’s top…

Luxury Compact SUV

Small Luxury SUV Comparison: 2016 Infiniti QX50

Matt Degen - May 18, 2016

Next SUV A seasoned player that still knows how to punch. Starting MSRP: $35,445 Above Average: Sporty driving dynamics,…

Luxury Car

2016 Volvo S60 Polestar Quick Take

Matt Degen - May 16, 2016

When you review cars for a living, it’s common for strangers to gawk or excitedly approach and ask, “What IS…

Fullsize Car

2015 Hyundai Genesis 3.8 Long-Term Update: Practicality

Matt Degen - April 14, 2016

It’s like deja vu all over again. Five years ago I picked up my parents from Los Angeles International Airport…

Subcompact SUV Crossover

2016 Subcompact SUV Comparison 2016 Mazda CX-3

Matt Degen - April 09, 2016

Next Subcompact SUV Sportiness upstages utility. Starting MSRP: $20,840 Above Average: Handling, design, technology, fuel efficiency Below Average: Rear-seat space and…

Luxury Compact SUV

2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 Quick Take

Matt Degen - March 09, 2016

In just a few days of driving the all-new Mercedes-Benz GLC300, I discovered quite a few traits about this small…

High Performance Car

2017 Porsche Boxster: A joy ride and more details

Matt Degen - March 01, 2016

The 2017 Porsche 718 Boxster that’s set to arrive this June marks the 20th anniversary of Porsche’s popular roadster, and…

Compact SUV Crossover

Volkswagen Tiguan GTE Active Concept: Plug-in efficiency

Matt Degen - January 11, 2016

An ultra-efficient gas-electric plug-in hybrid and an adventure-ready off-roader are usually at opposite ends of the automotive spectrum, but…

General

2016 Scion tC Quick Take

Matt Degen - December 08, 2015

Ever since the Scion FR-S bowed a couple of years ago, it’s been the model that has garnered the most…

General

2016 Infiniti QX50 First Review

Matt Degen - September 29, 2015

Remember the Infiniti QX50? Did you ever know it? We’ll understand if you answered no to either or both of…