The second-generation Range Rover Evoque has been launched in India by Land Rover with prices starting at Rs. 54.94 lakhs (ex-showroom, India). It is offered in two variants – S, and R-Dynamic SE and with two engine options (BS6 compliant).
In terms of design, the Evoque follows Land Rover’s latest design language and looks quite similar to the Velar. The side profile shows the typical Evoque silhouette but gets new flush door handles and alloys. The rear gets revised tailgate, bumper and new LED taillights just like the Velar. On the inside, it gets a plush new cabin, neatly laid out dashboard with two screens in the centre console.
The diesel engine, D180, is a 2L, 4-cylinder engine that produces 177 BHP @ 4000 rpm and 430 Nm of torque @ 1750-2500 rpm. The petrol engine, P250, is a 2L, 4-cylinder engine that produces 247 BHP @ 5500 rpm and 365 Nm of torque @ 1500-4500 rpm. Both engines are BS6 compliant and are mated to a 9-speed automatic gearbox (AWD as standard).
Deliveries of the diesel engine models will begin soon while the deliveries of the petrol models will begin later on.
The car gets automatic matrix LED headlamps with DRLs, ClearSight rear-view mirror that transforms into an HD video screen, heated rear-view mirrors, 10″ touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, navigation, HUD, JLR’s Connect Pro in-car connectivity sys, 18-inch alloys, panoramic sunroof, Lane Keep Assist, Driver Condition Monitor and 360° Parking Aid with rear camera, Clear Exit Monitor and Rear Traffic Monitor, 10 speaker Meridian 380W sound system, keyless entry, and push-button start/stop. It also gets Terrain Response 2 system as standard.
Standard safety fitments include 6 Airbags, ABS with EBD, traction control, cornering stability control, emergency brake assist, a pedestrian airbag, a lane keep assist, hill descent and ascent control, ISOFIX mounts and roll stability control.
The S diesel variant is priced at Rs. 54.94 lakhs and the R-Dynamic SE diesel variant is priced at Rs. 59.85 lakhs. Both prices are ex-showroom, India, respectively.
