Range Rover Evoque Review 2024
The Range Rover Evoque is a luxurious SUV that's been turning heads since its debut. Designed for families who crave both elegance and practicality, it features advanced technology, a high-quality cabin, and a great-looking exterior.
Rivals to the Range Rover Evoque include the Audi Q3, Volvo XC40, Alfa Romeo Tonale, and the BMW X1.
Our Range Rover Evoque review covers:
- Sporty and good-looking exterior design
- Minimalist and premium cabin
- 591-litre boot
- Diesel, petrol, and plug-in hybrid options
- Four trim levels
Pros:
- Great range of engines
- Good to drive
- Spacious interior
Cons:
- Boot space is a bit misleading
- Rivals offer more refined technology
- Petrol engines uneconomical
All the footballers drive them, so the Evoque must be a good-looking car. Probably the most sporty-looking premium SUV on the market, it has sleek headlights, a small front grille, and a coupe-like roofline.
Climb inside the Evoque, and you'll find a spacious and comfortable cabin. In the front, there's ample space for a pair of adults over six feet tall, and three passengers can get comfortable in the rear. The rear doors also open really wide, meaning that getting in and out is a breeze and helps keep your back in good nick!
Boot space officially comes in at 591 litres for the Evoque, which seems huge, but it's worth noting that Land Rover measures boot space up to the roof. In reality, it falls short of the space found in the Volvo XC40 and BMW X1. Even so, there's plenty of room for all your family's luggage for a weekend away or your golf clubs.
The Evoque's cabin is uncluttered and features a wide range of high-quality materials. The 2023 update brought a minimalist design that looks good on the eye and includes various soft-touch plastics and a lovely glossy chrome trim.
On the dashboard, the Evoque comes with an 11.4-inch touchscreen infotainment system that's been woven into the interior really well. Unlike some of its rivals, it doesn't stand upright and is flat on the dash. The system is also very good to use, displaying sharp graphics and being responsive to touch.
Four trims are available for the Evoque: S, Dynamic SE, Dynamic HSE, and Autobiography.
S kicks off the range with 18-inch wheels, LED headlights, grained leather seat facings, a 12-way driver memory and 10-way passenger electric front seats, a digital drivers display, and an auto-dimming rear view mirror.
Dynamic SE adds 19-inch dark grey alloy wheels, a Meridian sound system, an interactive driver display, blind spot assist, a powered tailgate, and keyless entry.
Dynamic HSE has 20-inch alloy wheels, a fixed panoramic roof, pixel LED headlights, Windsor leather seats, and 14-way driver memory electric front seats.
Autobiography has extended Windsor leather seats, a 3D surround camera, and a ClearSight interior rearview mirror.
There's plenty of choice in terms of engines for the Evoque. You can choose from three diesels, two petrol, and a plug-in hybrid.
The entry-level diesel is the D165, which has front-wheel drive and a manual transmission. It produces 163bhp and 46.7mpg. It's also available with an automatic transmission and mild-hybrid technology, which we recommend if you plan on racking up the miles.
For the petrol engines, you can choose between the P200 and the P250. Both return decent performance and are more than capable in all situations, but it's worth noting that they have poor fuel economy in the early 30s.
The plug-in hybrid is our pick of the bunch. Combining a 1.5-litre petrol engine with a 15kWh battery and an electric motor, it returns 269hp and can shoot from 0 to 60mph in just under seven seconds.
It's superb to drive around town and returns an all-electric range of up to 38 miles.
On the road, the Evoque is a really nice car to drive. It's comfortable and well-settled in almost all environments, and can also provide a bit of fun on a country lane.
Although the smallest Range Rover on the market, the Evoque still has that dominating driving position, meaning you get a great view of the road. This is great around town and helps you navigate tight city streets and small parking spots. The plug-in hybrid is undoubtedly the best to drive around town, allowing you to cruise along silently on the electric motor.
Acceleration can be a bit jittery as you increase your speed, but once you're at 70mph, you can cruise along very well. The suspension deals well with bumps in the road, and the range of driver assistance systems makes long-distance driving straightforward.
If you're on a country lane, the Evoque is surprisingly agile. The steering is accurate, and there's little body lean, meaning you can confidently head into corners. If you plan on heading off-road, go for the Dynamic SE trim and above, which all come with Terrain Response 2.
Prices for the new Land Rover Range Rover Evoque start from £42,510.00 OTR* or to lease from £449.44 per month.
Looking to get behind the wheel of the Range Rover Evoque? Nationwide Vehicle Contracts is one of the UK's largest car leasing brokers and offers a range of leasing deals to suit your every need.
Leasing may be cheaper than an outright purchase, thanks to a low initial deposit and fixed monthly rentals.
*' On the road' price correct at time of publication and includes one year's road fund license, DVLA first registration fee and number plate fee. Prices are subject to change; always check with your nearest retailer.
