First launched in 2012 as a two door coupe and winner of numerous awards including Motor Trend magazine’s ‘2012 SUV of the Year’. New for the 2013 model year, amongst new technological innovations, is a five door, entry-level ‘Pure Premium’ five-door Evoque with an aluminum alloy roof and an interior trimmed in leather and Dinamica, in place of the standard panoramic laminated glass roof inside other Evoque models, joining the lineup.
Once I turned over the engine and took off on my way I’ve gotten positive remarks from other vehicle drivers and people in parking lots asking me “What is it?”, “Who makes it?”, and “It is incredible looking!”. I agree as this new Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is one-of-a-kind. It certainly doesn’t look anything like the other boxy Range Rovers. No, the Evoque went from concept directly to the showroom and streets turning heads wherever it goes. When approaching the trunk with the key fob the puddle lamps light up under the sideview mirrors and you’ll see the original sketch of the truck on the pavement. I tested the new five-door Prestige model and enjoyed every minute behind the wheel driving this uniquely styled, high-performing, comfortable, luxurious and safe all-terrain sport utility vehicle.
The uniquely styled Evoque features a dynamic profile with its rising beltline, a muscular shoulder running the length of the trunk and a distinctive taper to the roofline. This pinches the narrow windows with an upturned line. The sculpted corners reduce the truck’s visual front and rear overhangs. The front fascia features a unique aluminum grille and two lower air intakes for the engine and intercooler cooling. Just below is an aluminum chin slid plate that protrudes out helping manage air flowing under the truck and protection the engine from outside extrusion when off-road. Powerful adaptive HID headlights and LED foglamps light up the night for enhanced safety. From the side is a profile like no other sport utility vehicle. The stance is low, the A-pillars are steeply raked, and a full-perimeter brushed aluminum strip rises under the windows. The chrome strip under the doors gives it a luxurious look while the lower side extensions contribute to a lower center of gravity. The sculpted aluminum side vents also adds to the look of motion even when parked. The flared fenders of my Evoque Prestige model came stuffed with large 245/45R20 inch Continental Cross-Contact tires wrapped with unique five-prong spoke 20X8 inch aluminum alloy wheels. Out back the rear window gets pinched but rearward visibility remains excellent. On top of the window is a spoiler to enhance downforce, unique wraparound LED lamp clusters with a brushed aluminum strip tying each side together and a convenient standard power liftgate. Down below is a black contrasted bumper with reflectors, a wide aluminum diffuser and three inch round polished stainless steel exhaust tips at the sides. The looks from the front, side and …read more
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