Just when you thought that the world of four-wheel drive motoring couldn’t evolve any further, Range Rover has shifted the poles with its new Evoque. Competitors will be left standing in its dust. Described as a ‘new vision of luxury motoring’ the Evoque has dramatically changed the world of all-road vehicles, opening the appeal to a whole new generation of drivers, and shaking-up expectations of what it means to drive a 4×4.
Range Rover appears to have discovered a whole new galaxy with the development of the Evoque. Whilst the hallmark characteristics of the legendary Range Rover stable endure, this vehicle goes way beyond the power, pristine, and practicality, loved by Range Rover purists.
New followers will easily be attracted by its power. They will however adore the way in which this is achieved in a much more environmentally friendly way. Up to twenty per cent of fuel emissions have been cut. This has been achieved with developments in the exhaust-engine relationship meaning that less CO2 is released.
The new breed of fan will also be magnetised by a pristine driving experience, in a new way. The onroad/offroad noise appeals in an entirely new perspective. A Mahle sound generator ensures that the trademark growl is enhanced. Advanced computer simulation tools have been deployed to reduce unpleasant background noise. Developments in engineering also ensure that noise pollution is minimised. Computational fluid dynamics are at work to ensure that at speed, wind noise is also reduced.
Liberating the best of what Jaguar Land Rover have to offer, the Evoque employs such technological breakthroughs all over the vehicle, not just in its aerodynamics. Legendary intelligence such as the Terrain Response System are still found and do all the thinking and adjusting on slippery surfaces on and off road. These extreme looks do however bear comment. It is possibly the striking profile of the Evoque which will do most to attract new supporters. Crafting a vehicle for a whole new era, Range Rover have brought in new style consultants such as designer and celebrity Victoria Beckham.
Inside the vehicle this means that the modern cubist touches add a space-age appeal. Two-tone leather and high-quality finishes will however still delight Range Rover aficionado, there is nothing impractical or redundant in the Evoque. Legendary space and comfort are still found, and are only enhanced by the ease of use of controls, still conveniently located. Pure, Dynamic and Prestige trim packages are available, thus accommodating both traditional and new fans.
A high-definition exterior clearly marks the Evoque as distinct to any other 4×4. A parallelogram on the road, the higher ground clearance and compact wheelbase makes this a real test-tube baby. Sharp geometric cues flow throughout the body to distinguish the Evoque as a new breed. A combination of diamonds and rhombus lozenges draw your eye to this revolutionary vehicle.
Two Evoque Coupes will soon be available for you to sample the how this feels under your hand. Your choice of Fuji white with black and red leather interior, or Black with black and red interior will provide an excellent taster. The five-door Evoque then provides the main course.