Land Rover Range Rover Evoque

Since its launch, the Evoque has been one of the best looking premium SUVs in its range, which gets even better with the latest facelift. Outer appearance gets a fresh dose of updates featuring restyled bumper in front, new LED head lights upfront with integrated daytime running lights, alloy rims with changed design and a new design for the radiator grille fitted in range-topping variant. Tweaks are extended to rear profile highlighted by LED tail lights.  Mechanically, the car remains untouched featuring the same diesel and petrol engine which are now BS6  compliant. Similarly, there is no change in the gearbox; the engine is paired to the previous auto box as seen in the predecessor. Range Rover Evoque is available in two variants, namely, S which is the base variant and the top of the line R-Dynamic.

Range Rover Evoque exterior now gets some design elements from the Velar. The design stays clean and minimal. Land Rover has made some subtle tweaks to the overall SUV. Evoque still looks fresh and desirable. At the front, there are automatic LED headlamps with LED Daytime Running Lamps with a revised bumper. You can also upgrade for Matrix LED headlamps which come with Adaptive front lighting system, Adaptive driving beam and Static Cornering Light. The side profile gets new 18-inch alloy wheels and a contrast roof. The dual-tone exterior colour theme featuring a contrast roof looks visually appealing and lends the SUV a character of its own. The side profile of the Evoque also gets the party trick. The door handles sit flush with the bodywork, and they automatically pop out when the car is unlocked.  Rear is marked by the integrated spoiler, skid plate and sleek LED tail lamps. 

Range Rover Evoque interior comes loaded with features and premium materials. Unique feature of the interior is the ClearSight rearview mirror. This feature helps when the rear view of the driver is being blocked. It assists by portraying a direct view from the camera that is stuck on the roof of the SUV. There are twin sliding armrest, configurable ambient lighting, two-zone climate control and rear AC vents. The driver gets a multi-information display, push button to start/stop, cruise control and black gearshift pedals. Premium elements include Perforated grained leather seats, 10-way electric front seats, leather steering wheel and alluminium trim insert on the dashboards. You get a 10-inch Touch Pro touchscreen infotainment system which can be upgraded to Touch Pro Duo if you get the top variant. The touchscreen infotainment system comes with Android Auto, in-built navigation and Apple CarPlay. The infotainment system is connected to a 180W 6-speaker sound system. There is also a Meridian Sound System, which comes with 10 speakers and 1 subwoofer with a total output of 380W. The practicality of the SUV includes twin cup holders with cover, overhead storage for the sunglasses, powered tailgate and much more. The rear seat can be folded in 40:20:40 split to open up more boot space and carry larger items. Land Rover also offers park assist system which can make parallel and bay parking easier by steering your vehicle into a suitable space. Sense of airiness is opened by the light-themed cabin and a panoramic sunroof. There are also connected car features through the Connect Pro application.

Land Rover Range Rover Evoque specs come with a 2.0-litre petrol and a 2.0-litre diesel engine. The petrol engine produces a max power output of 177hp and a peak torque output of 430Nm. The diesel engine produces a max power output of 245hp and a peak torque output of 365Nm. Both of the engines are mated to a 9-speed automatic gearbox sourced from ZF which drives all the four wheels.

Range Rover Evoque mileage can be around 10-14kmpl for the petrol and the diesel engine. However, the mileage of the vehicle depends on the driving habits of the driver.

Stopping power is supplied by ventilated disc brakes up front and solid disc brakes at rear. Safety features include– Hill Descent Control, All-Terrain Progress Control, Dynamic Stability Control, – Roll Stability Control (RSC)  roll stability control, dynamic stability control and hill descent control. Airbagsare employed in front for the safety of driver and co-passenger, side curtain airbags are housed in front as well as in the second row. There is an additional knee airbag for the driver. Moreover, there is also a rear traffic monitoring, 360° Parking Aid and much more. 

Performance from the engine seems enough for the Evoque. The Land Rover’s Terrain Response 2 system ensures that the all wheel drive system is always working effectively. The suspension absorbs most of the bumps and the drive stays compliant.

In our opinion, Range Rover Evoque is a capable SUV which gets most of the boxes ticked right from looks to space to comfort to performance. It is a head-turner which makes onlookers go red with envy and most importantly, it is not just a great looking car, under the skin too it has a lot to offer.

Range Rover Evoque competes with  Mercedes-Benz GLC, BMW X3 and Audi Q5.