Range Rover Evoque facelift revealed at 2015 Geneva Motor Show
Land Rover has updated the Evoque for 2016, adding new styling, LED lighting, an aluminium diesel engine and revised technology, with deliveries expected from August.
Land Rover has unveiled the facelifted Range Rover Evoque at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show, introducing design updates, new technology and a more efficient diesel engine for the 2016 model year. The revised Evoque is set to arrive in showrooms from August, with orders opening shortly after the Geneva debut.
Styling and lighting changes for 2016
The facelift brings a subtly reworked front end, with a new bumper, larger air intakes and a redesigned grille. Land Rover has fitted full LED adaptive headlights for the first time on the Evoque, as well as LED taillights with new graphics. A fresh tailgate spoiler and a selection of new alloy wheel designs complete the exterior update. The changes are evolutionary rather than radical, maintaining the Evoque’s distinctive profile while sharpening its details.
Interior and technology updates
Inside, the 2016 Evoque gains an upgraded infotainment system featuring an 8-inch touchscreen. The All-Terrain Progress Control system, previously seen on larger Land Rover models, is now available on the Evoque. Other tweaks include new materials and trim options, aimed at keeping the cabin competitive in the premium compact SUV segment.
New Ingenium diesel engine
The most substantial technical change is the introduction of the aluminium Ingenium TD4 diesel engine. Buyers can choose between two outputs: 150 HP (110 kW) and 180 HP (132 kW). The existing Si4 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine remains, offering 240 HP (177 kW) and a claimed 0-100 km/h time of 7.6 seconds, with a top speed of 217 km/h. The new diesel is expected to improve both fuel efficiency and emissions compared to the outgoing unit.
Market launch and availability
Land Rover plans to begin deliveries of the facelifted Evoque in August 2015, covering more than 170 countries. The model’s updates are designed to keep it competitive against newer rivals in the compact premium SUV class. For a look at another facelifted performance model from Geneva, see the Volkswagen Scirocco R at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show.
