Range Rover Evoque summed up
The latest range will commence delivery from November, with prices pitched between $53,395 and $77,395.
With a choice of three engines, two body styles, three design themes and a wide range of options and accessories, the new Range Rover Evoque offers customers significant choice across a range of price points.
The Range Rover Evoque will be offered in both 5-door and Coupe forms. A smooth and refined all turbocharged powertrain line-up is available with a choice of state-of-the-art diesel or petrol engines.
The entry level price of $53,395 will get you a TD4 Evoque Pure (5-door) 6-speed manual 4WD model, whilst the top-of-the-range Si4 6-speed automatic Prestige Evoque Coupe is available for $77,395.
The updated 2.2-litre turbodiesel has 110kW or 140kW derivatives. The 2WD (on-sale early 2012) Coupe version combined with the 110kW 2.2-litre engine is set to achieve sub 130g/km CO2.
The new 177kW 2.0-litre Si4 petrol engine combines direct fuel injection, turbocharging and twin variable valve timing for exceptional driveability and fuel-efficiency. The manufacturer claims it can make 0-100kph in 7.6 seconds.
In place of a traditional trim hierarchy, customers can choose from three distinct design themes, which include many features as standard. A wide range of personalisation opportunities are also available, allowing customers to fully tailor the Evoque to individual tastes and requirements.
Options available include three contrasting roof treatments, seven alloy wheel designs, 16 contrasting interiors and a full sized, fixed, panoramic glass roof.
Body Styles
The Range Rover Evoque is available in two body styles - a Coupe and 5-door. The Coupe provides two individual rear seats, with the no cost option of three-seat bench if preferred.
The Evoque 5-door extends the appeal of the model even further by offering greater practicality and family appeal. The roofline stands 30mm higher than the Coupe, which delivers extra head and shoulder room for rear seat passengers. Smart Efficient use of space - Range Rover Evoque 5 Door with a panoramic sunroof has equivalent headroom to a Range Rover Sport.
Powertrains
The Range Rover Evoque is available with a choice of all turbocharged powertrains, both petrol and diesel with six-speed manual and automatic transmissions, and, for the first time in a Range Rover, the option of 2WD (front wheel drive) as well as 4WD.
The engine, transmission, drive and design theme combinations available are as follows:
eD4 diesel 110kW 6-speed manual 2WD (Pure, Prestige, Dynamic) - available from 2012
TD4 diesel 110kW 6-speed manual 4WD (Pure, Prestige, Dynamic)
TD4 diesel 110kW 6-speed automatic 4WD (Pure, Prestige, Dynamic)
SD4 diesel 140kW 6-speed manual 4WD (Pure, Prestige, Dynamic)
SD4 diesel 140kW 6-speed automatic 4WD (Pure, Prestige, Dynamic)
Si4 petrol 177kW 6-speed automatic 4WD (Pure, Prestige, Dynamic)Design themes
In place of the conventional equipment grade hierarchy, three defining design themes have been developed for the Evoque: Pure, with a contemporary feel; Prestige, which majors on luxury; and Dynamic, which embraces a bold and sporting character. Each theme has a distinct appeal in terms of exterior styling, interior appointments and equipment specifications, which offer the highest level of on-board comfort, entertainment, communications and convenience.
Many exciting features are included as standard, including push button start, electric park brake, Bluetooth with audio streaming, rear parking aid, colour TFT information screen, and 6/4 way electric seats.
Range Rover Evoque Australian recommended retail prices
(for Coupe variants add $1,500):
TD4 110kW 6 Speed Manual 4WD
TD4 Pure 6 Speed Manual 4WD$53,395
TD4 Dynamic 6 Speed Manual 4WD$66,895
TD4 Prestige 6 Speed Manual 4WD$68,895
SD4 140kW 6 Speed Manual 4WD
SD4 Pure 6 Speed Manual 4WD$57,395
SD4 Dynamic 6 Speed Manual 4WD$70,895
SD4 Prestige 6 Speed Manual 4WD$72,895
Si4 177kW 6 Speed Automatic 4WD
Si4 Pure 6 Speed Automatic 4WD$60,395
Si4 Dynamic 6 Speed Automatic 4WD$73,895
Si4 Prestige 6 Speed Automatic 4WD$75,895
Key Option Prices
6-Speed Auto with Drive select and Paddle Shift (TD4/SD4 only)$2,480
Option Packs
Pure Tech Pack (Mandatory fit to Pure models until November Production)$4,500
Prestige/Dynamic Tech Pack$5,900
Dynamic Plus Pack$7,200
Individual Options
HDD Navigation including 4x4 information and hard disc drive audio server.$3,400
Park Assist$1,090
Power Tailgate$1,020
Metallic Paint$1,300
*Based on manufacturers estimate.