Name: Range Rover Evoque (2019 - ) | Expert Rating | The Car Expert
Item: Range Rover Evoque
Rating: 67

Summary

The Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is a medium-sized SUV, built here in the UK at Land Rover’s Halewood plant. The second-generation model was launched in early 2019, following on from the successful original model that had been on sale since 2011.

Unlike the original version, the current Evoque is only available in a five-door body style. Both the petrol and diesel options are mild hybrids while a plug-in hybrid joined the range in mid 2020, an overall update following in 2021 with new infotainment systems. We are still awaiting a predicted full-electric model, however, and the convertible of the first generation is yet to be repeated.

The Range Rover Evoque has received consistently good reviews from the UK media, with particular praise for its comfort and safety assist technology. “It features an array of new technology and is one of the most luxurious small SUVs,” says Carbuyer.

The main criticisms of the new model have mainly been directed at its evolutionary styling and rather cramped rear seating – Business Car warns that the boot space is not as commodious as quoted and “You’ll probably find the boot less accommodating than those in the BMW X1 or Volvo XC40.”

The plug-in impresses with its smoothness, Autocar commenting; “even though it weighs the better part of 2.2 tonnes, the car doesn’t generally drive like it.”

The Evoque’s overall Expert Rating score has been dragged down by what Which? describes as “Land Rover’s dire reliability record”. What Car? concurs, with a 2021 reliability survey placing the Evoque 14th in its list of the most unreliable new cars on sale.

As of January 2024, the Range Rover Evoque has a New Car Expert Rating of B, with a score of 67%. It scores highly for its low CO₂ emissions (thanks to the plug-in hybrid model bringing down the average), while media reviews and safety ratings are decent. However, running costs are high and reliability is no better than average.

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Range Rover Evoque highlights

Very comfortable ride
Wide-ranging safety tech
Plug-in drivetrain very smooth
Handles well for heavy car
Proper off-road ability

Range Rover Evoque lowlights

Very poor reliability record
Expensive, to buy and run
Rear cabin cramped
Top-end performance lacking
Still no electric version

Key specifications

Body style: Medium SUV/crossover
Engines: petrol, diesel, plug-in hybrid
Price: From £40,080 on-road

Launched: Winter 2018/19
Last updated: Spring 2021
Replacement due: TBA

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Media reviews

Reviews, road test and comparisons from across the UK automotive media. Click any of the boxes to view.

The Car Expert+

Model reviewed: P200 petrol automatic SE AWD
Score: 8 / 10
“Land Rover has played with its best-seller just enough to ensure it is a credible threat to all the new rivals, without losing the basics that made the first Evoque such a success.”
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Auto Express+

Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The all-new Range Rover Evoque offers great levels of luxury, technology and – perhaps most importantly – style.” (Alastair Crooks)
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Model reviewed: 1.5-litre petrol/electric plug-in hybrid P300e
Score: 9 / 10
“The Range Rover Evoque plug-in is a real triumph. For company car choosers, the BiK savings make this not only a sensible choice, but also a very appealing one.”
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Model reviewed: Evoque D240 S
Score: 8 / 10
“There’s enough refinement, comfort and luxury to make this car feel like a proper baby Range Rover. Precisely what the Evoque should have been all along, in fact.”
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Auto Trader+

Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“The second-generation Range Rover Evoque promises to build on the popularity of the first, and with near-identical styling, buyers who loved the original certainly won’t be put off.”
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Autocar+

Model reviewed: P300e
Score: 9 / 10
“The Land Rover Range Rover Evoque P300e feels slick, responsive and ‘together’ when driven both around town and out of it and this effectively separates it from so many plug-in rivals that have complicated-feeling, easily flustered powertrains.”
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Model reviewed: P200 SE
Score: 7 / 10
“The P200 gets 197bhp, the P250 produces 246bhp and the P300 tops the range with 296bhp.”
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Model reviewed: D180 SE R-Dynamic 2.0-litre diesel automatic
Score: 8 / 10
“Baby Range Rover comes of age with improved refinement, interior and technology.”
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Business Car+

Model reviewed: P300e S
Score: 9 / 10
“The ride is firm-ish, but not jarring, even on the 20in wheels of our test car, and driving the Evoque plug-in hybrid is a serene experience. Hopefully, Land Rover can get the 41-mile EV range certified soon, as it would make the Evoque a compelling choice in the five-seat premium SUV sector.”
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Car+

Score: 8 / 10
“The 2019 Evoque has answered most of the old one’s criticisms which means it’s job done – the weaknesses are few and far between. The good news for Evoque buyers is that the 2019 car is more than good enough to move on the game and beat its rivals. We just wish they’d been a little more adventurous with the way it looks.”
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Carbuyer+

Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7.8 / 10
“Boasting similar styling to the previous model, the new Range Rover Evoque features an array of new technology and is one of the most luxurious small SUVs.”
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Carwow+

Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The Range Rover Evoque is a posh, small SUV with an upmarket interior and more off-road ability than you’ll probably ever need. Many of its desirable high-tech features cost extra, though.”
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Daily Mail+

“For a 4X4 that, in reality, will see most of its action zipping around in town and city, on school runs, family outings and shopping and social trips, it certainly coped with some nerve-tingling tests off-road as well as on. “
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Daily Mirror+

Score: 10 / 10
“That this car is British-built is incredible. Because to be able to recommend something that’s so well built and from these shores also, is an utter delight.”
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Eurekar+

“The plug-in hybrid Range Rover Evoque boasts all the charisma and appeal of the standard car but is kinder to the planet along the way.”
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Evo+

Model reviewed: Range review
Score: 7 / 10
“Impressive refinement, interior and outright capability – finally the little Range Rover is what it always should have been.”
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Green Car Guide+

Model reviewed: D240 HSE automatic
Score: 8 / 10
“The new Range Rover Evoque may look similar to the last one, but you’ll soon discover that this is a very different – and much improved – car when you drive it. It’s also ready for electrification.”
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Heycar+

Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The Range Rover Evoque has always been one of the most stylish SUVs in its class, but the latest version has the substance to back up the style. Not only is it great to look at inside and out, but it’s also comfortable and enjoyable to drive, practical enough for a small family, and comes loaded with luxury equipment.”
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Honest John+

Score: 8 / 10
“While the first-generation Evoque was a good effort, we felt it didn’t quite nail the brief. Luckily, Land Rover has caught up fast with this, the second-generation version of the premium compact SUV. Ladies and gentleman, the baby Range Rover is finally here.”
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Parkers+

Model reviewed: Range review
Score: 9 / 10
“Like the old Evoque, but with added quality, space, tech and refinement”
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The Sun+

“This Mk2 version of the Evoque is better in every way – and now it will go further off-road than you’d ever dare risk it.”
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The Sunday Times+

Model reviewed: P200 SE AWD Auto
Score: 9 / 10
“Remarkable, on and off the road.”
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The Telegraph+

Model reviewed: 2.0-litre diesel automatic D 180 S AWD
Score: 8 / 10
“The new Range Rover Evoque looks set to be expensive both to run and to buy, but it feels more special even than its best premium rivals, and its accomplished chassis means it is – for the most part – slick and smooth to drive.”
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Top Gear+

Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“Land Rover plays with a winning formula just enough. The Evoque remains a stylish, accomplished choice.”
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What Car?+

Score: 10 / 10
“It might well be the Range Rover Evoque’s looks that piqued your interest, but it’s a fine car on more objective levels, too. It’s good to drive, really posh inside and is even fairly practical by class standards.”
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Safety rating

Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP

Overall score: 5 stars
Date tested: April 2019
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Adult protection: 94%
Child protection: 87%
Vulnerable road users: 72%
Safety assist: 73%

Eco rating

Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP

No eco rating

As of January 2024, the Range Rover Evoque has not been lab tested by Green NCAP.

Reliability rating

Reliability data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by MotorEasy

Total claims: 510
Average repair cost: £819.36
Last updated: January 2024

Reliability score

All data based on MotorEasy average workshop costs for extended car warranty claims

As of January 2024, the Range Rover Evoque has a reliability rating of 66%, which the best of any Land Rover model and about average for the overall new car market. This is based on workshop and warranty provided exclusively to The Car Expert by our commercial partner, Motorway. It applies to both the current Evoque and earlier (pre-2019) models.

Based on quite a large number of claims, the average repair cost for an Evoque to date is more than £800 – which is obviously a lot more than the cost of a used car warranty so that’s certainly worth considering.

Engine problems are the most common – and most expensive – faults reported, with an average repair bill of nearly £1,400. Electrical system faults are also common, but much less expensive.

Costs for all repair categories are also reasonably expensive compared to similar cars, which is worth keeping in mind if you’re looking at a used Range Rover Evoque.

Running cost rating

Monthly cost of ownership data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by Clear Vehicle Data

Fuel consumption	Average	Score	Variation	Score
Petrol models	32 mpg	E	30 – 33 mpg	E – E
Diesel models	45 mpg	C	40 – 47 mpg	C – D
Plug-in hybrid models	191 mpg	A	31 – 198 mpg	A – E

CO₂ output	Average	Score	Variation	Score
Petrol models	200 g/km	D	196 – 214 g/km	D – D
Diesel models	166 g/km	C	157 – 185 g/km	C – C
Plug-in hybrid models	33 g/km	A	32 – 34 g/km	A – A

Battery range	Average	Score	Variation	Score
Plug-in hybrid models	38 miles	D	34 – 40 miles	D – E

Insurance group	Average	Score	Variation	Score
All models	35	C	26 – 50	B – F

Service and maintenance	Cost	Score
Year 1	£316	C
Year 2	£704	C
Year 3	£1,129	C
Year 4	£1,383	C
Year 5	£1,883	C
Overall	£5,415	C

As well as a paying a premium price tag when you buy a Range Rover Evoque, you’ll be spending plenty to keep it running over your first five years, according to information provided exclusively to The Car Expert by our data partner, Clear Vehicle Data.

Fuel consumption for the petrol models is very poor, while diesels are only average. The plug-in hybrid looks good on paper, but every plug-in hybrid looks good – it’s a function of inadequate EU/UK government lab tests that all car manufacturers have to use. There’s no way you’re going to get 191 miles out of one gallon (4.5 litres) of petrol and a bit of electricity in the real world…

Servicing costs are average for a vehicle in this price bracket, but you’ll find plenty of similarly-sized small SUVs that are significantly cheaper to own and run.