Second-generation Range Rover Evoque to be launched in February: Report
Jaguar Land Rover, the British luxury car brand owned by India's Tata Group, is gearing up to launch the second-generation Range Rover Evoque SUV in India sometime in February next year, according to a report. The upcoming model, which made its global debut last year, comes loaded with several luxurious as well as hi-tech features and mild-hybrid powertrain options. Here's our roundup.
A look at the car
The second-generation Range Rover Evoque looks quite similar to its cousin, the Range Rover Velar. The car offers a stylish look featuring a slightly sloping roof design, a chrome-finished grille, and a muscular-looking front bonnet. The car houses Matrix LED headlamps with DRLs and LED taillights, indicator-mounted ORVMs, and flush door handles. Furthermore, it also gets a roof-mounted shark-fin antenna and a rear spoiler.
Inside the cabin
The second-generation Range Rover Evoque comes with a four-seater cabin with power-adjustable ventilated seats wrapped in leather, automatic climate control, ambient lighting, and a multifunctional steering wheel. The car also houses a fully-digital instrument cluster and a dual-touchscreen infotainment panel. Besides that, it offers standard safety features including driver and passenger airbags, ABS with EBD, and a 360-degree camera with parking sensors.
Power and performance
The India-specific Range Rover Evoque is likely to come with 2.0-liter diesel and petrol engines, paired with mild-hybrid technology and a 9-speed automatic gearbox. The diesel unit produces 178bhp of power, while the petrol mill is capable of producing 246bhp. Moreover, the car gets Terrain Response 2 technology for improved handling during tricky off-road situations.
And, how much will it cost?
There is no official or unofficial word regarding the India pricing of the second-generation Range Rover Evoque yet. However, considering the updates, we expect the new model to come at a slightly premium price over the current variant, which starts at Rs. 52 lakh.
