2015 Range Rover Evoque
08/21/2014
Land Rover
The Range Rover Evoque, which gained advanced new driveline technologies and driver assistance features for 2014, enters 2015 adding Reverse Traffic Detection to vehicles with Blind Spot Monitor, and adding Perpendicular Park to vehicles with Advanced Park Assist2.
The compact Range Rover Evoque stays true to the core brand values by providing premium levels of craftsmanship, luxury, performance and multi-terrain capability. Available in five-door and coupe versions, the Range Rover Evoque provides generous interior legroom and headroom, a practical trunk, plus highly capable off-road geometry and ground clearance.
All Range Rover Evoque models are powered by a 2-liter, 240-horsepower direct-injected turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, that's teamed to a 9-speed automatic transmission and the advanced Active Driveline four-wheel drive system2. The Range Rover Evoque is the most fuel-efficient Range Rover model, with EPA estimated fuel economy ratings of 21 mpg city / 30 mpg highway / 24 mpg combined4.
I. DESIGN
Exterior Design
The Range Rover Evoque integrates classic Range Rover design cues -- including the signature clamshell hood, the "floating" roof and the solid "wheels pushed to the corners" stance -- in a thoroughly modern way. The sculpted corners reduce the car's visual overhangs front and rear. The Range Rover Evoque Pure five-door model features an aluminum alloy roof, while all others come standard with a panoramic laminated glass roof. Available with xenon headlamps use a signature Range Rover design created by innovative LED light-blade technology.
Interior Design
The Evoque interior applies the strong, clean architecture and quality materials of a traditional Range Rover in a decidedly sporty design. The console, which sweeps upward into the dash, is an open structure that echoes the model's themes of lightness and efficiency.
When the Range Rover Evoque ignition is started, the dashboard displays and ambient lighting come to life in a precisely choreographed start-up sequence. The solid aluminum rotary shifter completes the "greeting" as it rises silently from the console. LED ambient lighting provides cabin illumination at night, with driver-selectable colors. When the optional Dynamic Mode is selected, a sporting red color fills the interior.
II. RANGE ROVER EVOQUE MODEL LINE AND FEATURES
Two Body Styles, Both Spacious and Versatile
Both the Range Rover Evoque five-door and coupe are identical in overall length and width, while the five-door has a 1.18-inch higher rear roofline. The interior offers generous accommodations for passengers and luggage and retains the classic Range Rover Command Driving Position2. Both body styles provide standard seating for five. Rear seat occupants in the five-door model also benefit from about two inches of additional shoulder room over the coupe. The coupe exclusively offers an available four-seat package that uses individual rear seats.
The Range Rover Evoque offers a wide, deep cargo area. The 60/40 split folding rear seat adds versatility. With the rear seats folded, the five-door offers 51 cu.-ft. of cargo space, the coupe slightly less at 47.6 cu.-ft.
Three Models, Unique Design Themes
Range Rover Evoque customers have the choice of three stylish design themes, each with its own distinctive character: The cool and contemporary Pure, the luxurious Prestige and the bold and sporting Dynamic. These are also the main trim lines, with Pure also offering Plus and Premium upgrade packages.
Pure: Combines the distinctive exterior design with a stylish, clean interior in neutral colors to highlight the pure, elegantly simple forms of the cabin.
Prestige: A higher level of Range Rover luxury and exclusive design has 19-inch wheels and metallic trim details an interior that is almost entirely leather-wrapped. Premium leather, twin-needle stitching and genuine wood and metal finishes embellish luxurious two-tone contrast color schemes.
Dynamic: A bold exterior with unique bumpers, sills, grille, tailpipes and 20-inch wheels shows an even more assertive stance. Contrasting roof and spoiler colors are available. The premium sports interior offers a darker environment with splashes of bright contrast color, together with perforated leather seats and sports detailing.
III: FEATURES AND TECHNOLOGY
Interior Technology
The Range Rover Evoque offers cutting edge technologies for controls, connectivity, comfort and convenience, including standard high-end Meridian(TM) audio systems.
Features available:
Adaptive Cruise Control (with Queue Assist, Forward Alert and Intelligent Emergency Braking), and Closing Vehicle Sensing2
Advanced Park Assist with Perpendicular Park and Park Exit2
Surround Camera System uses five digital cameras, discreetly placed around the vehicle, providing a 360-degree view of the surrounding area2. The rear camera can be used to assist with hitching trailers2
Adaptive/Auto-Dimming Headlights: Available xenon headlights with an adaptive feature that follows the curves in the road; an auto-dimming function switches automatically between high and low beam in response to oncoming traffic or vehicles traveling ahead2
Heated windshield, heated seats, and heated steering wheel
Range Rover Smart Key enables passive keyless entry and start
Powered tailgate
Hard drive navigation system, including turn-by-turn directions in the cluster display3
Standard: Bluetooth(R) hands-free phone connectivity and audio streaming3
380W Meridian(TM) sound system standard; 825W Meridian(TM) surround sound system available6
SiriusXM(R) Satellite Radio and HD Radio(TM) in addition to AM/FM
The Range Rover 8-inch (203mm) high-definition touch-screen display provides the primary control and display system for a range of features including audio, video, navigation and phone. Simple hard keys on either side of the display provide short cuts to the most commonly used screens, such as Home, Audio/Video, Navigation and Phone3.
The navigation system includes Land Rover Off-Road navigation which provides key off-road information, such as topographic contour lines, latitude, longitude, altitude, trace, waypoint, and compass functions3.
An additional 5-inch (127mm) color display between the two instrument dials in the gauge cluster shows the primary vehicle-related information. A sophisticated voice control system works with "Say What You See" prompts in the cluster display3.
A comprehensive connectivity package enables connection of a variety of portable devices and phones. Portable digital music players or memory sticks can be connected to a range of inputs, including a direct iPod(R) connection, USB sockets and an auxiliary input. The primary iPod functions are easily controlled through the 8-inch touch-screen display3.
The Range Rover Evoque exclusively offers sound systems developed in partnership with Meridian(TM), another revered British brand and a world leader in audio technologies and digital sound processing. A 380-watt, 11-speaker system is standard, and an 825-watt, 17-speaker system with full surround sound is available.6
Range Rover Park Assist with Park Exit
The available Advanced Park Assist with Perpendicular Park helps make parallel and perpendicular parking and exiting parking spaces easier2. When driving past parking spaces, the driver selects Park Assist and then selects the side of the road by using the turn signal. The system will analyze the position and size of the space (it needs only to be 1.2 times the length of the Range Rover Evoque), and if it is deemed suitable, the phrase "Space Found" will show on the display screen. For perpendicular spaces, the system will guide the vehicle into the space, centering it between the parking lines.
The system will request that the driver stop the car and follow the on-screen commands. Advanced Park Assist will handle all steering actions, while the driver manages transmission selection, the accelerator and brake pedal. Park Assist will deactivate if the driver handles the steering wheel during a parking maneuver.
Park Exit is designed to guide the vehicle out from a parking space2.
IV: ENGINEERING
The Range Rover Evoque embodies the brand's decades of experience and expertise with body and chassis systems, four wheel-drive drivelines and multi-terrain technologies. The Evoque delivers the refined performance and all-weather, multi-surface capability that are hallmarks of the brand.
240 Horsepower Turbocharged 2-liter Engine
A 240-horsepower turbocharged 2-liter 4-cylinder offers smooth and flexible power delivery in the Range Rover Evoque. All aluminum alloy construction, direct fuel injection and twin variable valve timing endow the Range Rover Evoque engine with excellent drivability and fuel efficiency, and twin balancer shafts ensure the smoothness expected from a Range Rover. The engine is paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission. The Range Rover Evoque can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 7.1 seconds5.
Technologies to Improve Efficiency
To maximize fuel efficiency, Range Rover engineers reduced parasitic losses from every area of the Range Rover Evoque. Key areas of attention included:
Chassis: Electric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS), lightweight alloy suspension components, and low rolling resistance tires
Electrical: Regenerative charging system to capture electrical energy during deceleration
Air Conditioning: clutchless compressor
Body design: Reduced aerodynamic drag through smaller frontal area
Engine: Light weight, with reduction of engine internal friction through special coatings
9-speed automatic transmission
Weight Savings
Range Rover engineers applied a range of advanced lightweight materials to make the Range Rover Evoque the lightest Range Rover model:
Steel body structure with over 18% Boron steel and high strength steels in key load-bearing areas
Polymer and composite front fenders and tailgate
Aluminum hood and roof panels
Magnesium cross car beam
Aluminum front lower control arms and front/rear suspension knuckles
Body Structure
The strong, lightweight steel unitized body structure delivers exceptional stiffness and refinement together with optimum occupant protection. The steel structure is designed to protect occupants using a safety cell, which is complemented by a comprehensive system of airbags and restraints7. High-strength Boron steel is used in key parts of the crash safety cell, including the A- and B-pillars and the sills, designed to resist deformation and intrusion during impacts.
Adaptive Dynamics Featuring MagneRide(TM) (Optional)
The available Adaptive Dynamics system is designed to provide an optimum balance between confident, nimble handling and a supple, well controlled ride2. Its MagneRide(TM) dampers offer infinitely variable settings between soft (comfort) and firm (sports) settings, and operate by using a special magneto-rheological damping fluid, which contains magnetic particles. When a computer-controlled magnetic field inside the damper is applied in response to road conditions, the fluid becomes more viscous, thus increasing the damping.
The Adaptive Dynamics system monitors vehicle movements at least 1,000 times per second, responding to driver or road inputs virtually instantaneously2. The system will even sense off-road conditions and optimize damping accordingly. Drivers can also select a Dynamic Mode via the Terrain Response(R) system2, which modifies the damper settings to deliver firmer control.
Powerful Braking
A powerful four-wheel disc braking system provides stopping performance that equals that of premium sports sedans. The Range Rover Evoque is equipped with a convenient electronic parking brake, activated via a switch in the center console, which disengages automatically when the vehicle begins to accelerate.
The braking system is supported by driver assist systems2, including:
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Electronic brake force distribution (EBD)
Emergency brake lights (EBL)
Emergency Brake Assist (EBA)
Corner Brake Control (CBC)
Active Driveline All-Wheel Drive and Terrain Response(R)
The Active Driveline system with active differentials and torque vectoring is standard for all models2. The 4WD system reduces driveline drag by decoupling 4WD during steady-state driving at speeds above 22 mph, and then automatically activating 4WD drive within 300 milliseconds whenever it is needed. Active Torque Biasing uses an electronically controlled differential to distribute torque between the rear wheels, optimizing traction and stability. In addition, a Torque Vectoring feature further enhances agility and safety by redirecting torque among all four wheels to counteract understeer.
Standard Terrain Response(R) manages multiple vehicle parameters to provide ideal traction in all situations2. The control unit takes into account a wide variety of inputs, including individual wheel speeds, cornering yaw rates, longitudinal and lateral acceleration, vehicle speed, brake pressure, accelerator position and the settings of the Hill Descent Control (HDC(R)) and Terrain Response(R) systems2.
The system manages:
Engine Management: Throttle and torque response curves
Transmission Control: when Terrain Response(R) special programs are engaged, different transmission shift mappings are applicable, depending on the mode chosen. The Transmission Control Module also manages torque converter lock-up, which has different requirements depending on the selected Terrain Response(R) mode2
Electronic Traction Control and Anti-lock Brakes: these slip and braking control systems are all adjusted and tuned by Terrain Response(R) to offer optimum grip, braking power and safety on the chosen terrain2
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC): is designed to stop torque to a wheel after loss of traction, but in some off-road situations torque feed is still desirable, even when traction is being lost. Terrain Response(R) automatically adjusts the DSC so that appropriate torque is maintained2
Active Driveline all-wheel drive system
Terrain Response(R) optimizes the vehicle set-up for virtually all on-road or off-road driving situations, with up to five different settings to suit specific terrain demands:
General driving - Four wheel drive active, and adapts to changing road conditions
Grass/gravel/snow - For low friction surfaces; provides high traction control sensitivity to reduce slip, and programs the engine, transmission, and differentials to provide gradual torque delivery
Sand - One of the most power-hungry surfaces is soft sand; speed-dependent targets for the traction control system permit only very limited wheel slip, helping to prevent the wheels from digging into the sand
Mud and ruts - Allows more aggressive traction thresholds in muddy and rutted surfaces and uses preloading on differentials for increased traction
Dynamic (optional) - Tailors MagneRideTM suspension (if equipped) and vehicle responses for dynamic on-road driving
Other features integrated into Terrain Response(R)2:
Hill Descent Control (HDC(R)) is designed to automatically restrict speed downhill, using the anti-lock brake system, and improves driver control on slippery descents. HDC is automatically engaged on appropriate Terrain Response(R) programs. Downhill speed rates vary according to which surface is selected2
Gradient Release Control is designed to inhibit the initial rate of acceleration when descending very steep inclines to increase control when braking is released at extreme angles. The system activates automatically whenever HDC is engaged, temporarily maintaining brake pressure after the driver releases the brake pedal. It then progressively eases braking pressure to control vehicle momentum and acceleration. Once the vehicle's target off-road speed is achieved, HDC operates to take the vehicle to the bottom of the slope in its customary composed manner2
Hill Start Assist is designed to automatically retain the driver-generated brake pressure when the driver's foot moves from brake to throttle without the vehicle rolling backwards2
Gradient Acceleration Control is designed to slow the vehicle by pressurizing the brake system to a limit determined by the throttle position when the vehicle is descending the slope in the driver's intended direction of travel2
Roll Stability Control (RSC)2
Trailer Stability Assist (TSA)2
Engine Drag Torque Control (EDC)2
V: RECYCLABLE AND RENEWABLE MATERIALS
The Range Rover Evoque makes extensive use of more sustainable materials and is built to optimize recyclability at the end of its life cycle. Each vehicle uses about 35 lbs. (16kg) of recycled plastic material.
Examples of recycled content:
High quality Morzine trim fabric used on the headlining and pillars is produced from polyester sourced from recycled bottles and fibers
Recycled plastic is used in the console, headliner and upper pillar trim, engine cover, subwoofer box, wheel arch liners, ducting and vehicle undertrays. The recycled plastic content is the equivalent of nearly 1,000 plastic bottles (16.9 oz size) per vehicle
Metal interior trim on the center console and dashboard are produced from 95-percent recycled aluminum
High quality natural and renewable materials, such as leather, cotton, cardboard and rubber, are also used extensively, amounting to 46 lbs (21kg) of material in every Range Rover Evoque. Key examples include the generous quantities of leather used on the seats, instrument panel and door casings, and natural materials used in the carpets and body insulation.
1 Price shown is MSRP. Excludes $995 destination and delivery fee. Excludes taxes, title, license and other local fees and optional equipment. Actual price set by retailer. See your local authorized Land Rover Retailer for details.
2 These systems are not a substitute for driving safely with due care and attention and will not function under all circumstances, speeds, weather and road conditions, etc. Driver should not assume that these systems will correct errors of judgment in driving. Please consult the owner's manual or your local authorized Land Rover Retailer for more details.
3 Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control. Do not operate, adjust or view the navigation or multimedia systems under conditions that will affect your safety or the safety of others. Only use devices with voice commands when it is safe to do so.
4EPA estimates. Actual mileage may vary.
5Always obey local speed limits.
6Power ratings are at a practically audio distortion free level of 0.2% THD + N (Total Harmonic Distortion plus Noise)
7Please remember that the safety belts in a vehicle constitute the primary protection system for driver and passengers in collisions. Airbags are not designed to deploy in all collisions.The airbag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) is a supplement to the safety belts and is designed to work as a system with the safety belts. Although airbags provide additional protection, airbags without safety belts do not provide optimal protection in a crash. Always wear your safety belts. Children younger than 13 years old should always be properly restrained in a back seat, away from airbags. Never place an infant seat in the front seat.
2015 Range Rover EvoqueTechnical Data*
Coupe
5-Door
Engine
Transverse, inline 4-cylinder, variable valve timing, gasoline, direct injection, turbocharged with Bosch Engine Management System
Displacement cc
1999
Bore/stroke mm (in)
87.5 / 83.1 (3.45 / 3.27)
Compression ratio
10.0:1
Max Horsepower
240 hp @ 5,500 RPM
Max Torque
250 lb-ft @ 1,750 RPM
Transmission
9-speed automatic
Gear Ratios
Forward (1-9) 4.713, 2.842, 1.909, 1.382, 1.000 0.808, 0.699, 0.580, 0.480
Reverse: 3.830
Final drive ratio: 3.750
Drive system2
Active Driveline with rear-wheel torque vectoring; system automatically switches between 2- and 4-wheel drive;
Terrain Response system(R)
Front suspension
MacPherson strut with lower control arm
Rear suspension
Strut assembly with lateral and longitudinal links
Brakes - Type and Diameter
Four-wheel Disc (11.8" front, 11.9" Rear)
Electronic Parking Brake Contained in Rear Calipers
Wheel and Tire Size
235/55R19 (V Rated) on 8.0Jx19" wheel
(Optional) 245/45R20 (V Rated) on 8.0Jx20" wheel
Steering
Electric power assisted rack and pinion
Turning Circle - ft (m)
37.1 (11.3)
Turns lock-to-lock
2.47
Overall Steering Ratio (On Center)
15.4
Turning Circle - ft (m)
37.1 (11.3)
Exterior Dimensions
Drag Coefficient
0.36
0.35
Wheelbase - inches (mm)
104.8 (2660)
Length - inches (mm)
171.5 (4355) (Pure & Prestige)
171.9 (4365) (Dynamic)
Width, excluding mirrors
74.8 (1900)
Width - inches (mm), mirrors folded
78.0 (1980)
78.1 (1985)
Width - inches (mm) with mirrors
82.1 (2085)
82.3 (2090)
Height - inches (mm)
63.2 (1605)
With side rails: 63.4 (1610)
64.4 (1635)
With side rails: 64.6 (1640)
Front wheel track- inches (mm)
63.9 (1625)
Rear wheel track- inches (mm)
64.1 (1630)
Minimum ground clearance inches (mm)
8.3 (212)
Front axle ground clearance - inches (mm)
8.4 (215)
Rear axle ground clearance - inches (mm)
9.5 (240)
Maximum water wading depth - inches (mm)
19.7 (500)
Maximum operating tilt angles
30 degrees continuous
45 degrees momentary
Curb weight - lbs (kg)
3615 (2350)
3680 (1670)
Off-road geometry
Approach Angle 25º (19º Dynamic)
Ramp Angle 22º
Departure Angle 33º (30º Dynamic)
Carrying capacity - lbs (kg)
1,100 (500)
Towing Capacity - lbs (kg)
3500 (1585)
Tongue Weight - 330 (150)
Interior Dimensions
Front headroom- inches (mm)
39.1 (995)
40.3 (1025)
Front legroom in. (mm)
40.1 (1020)
Front shoulder room inches (mm)
56.6 (1435)
Rear headroom- inches (mm)
38.2 (970)
39.7 (1010)
Rear legroom- inches (mm)
35.7 (905)
36.4 (925)
Rear shoulder room inches (mm)
53.2 (1350)
55.4 (1405)
Luggage capacity
length - inches (mm)
62.2 (1582) Rear seats folded forward
31.3 (796) Rear seats upright
Luggage volume- cu. ft (liters)
47.6 (1350) Rear seats folded
19.4 (550) Rear seats upright
51.0 (1445) Rear seats folded
20.3 (575) Rear seats upright
Performance and Efficiency
0-60 mph5
7.1 seconds
0-100 kph5
7.6 seconds
Top track speed mph5 (kph)
135 (217)
EPA Estimated Fuel Economy4
21 City / 30 Highway / 24 Combined
*Manufacturer's figures. Correct at time of going to press.