The Range Rover Evoque has been a major hit for the
company and it appears they won’t mess with success when it comes to the
second-generation model. Recently snapped undergoing testing on the
Nürburgring, the redesigned Evoque has a familiar design that appears to adopt
some styling cues from the Velar. We can see the crossover will have an evolutionary front fascia with a slender
grille which sits in between restyled headlights. The model also has a larger
lower air intake and a familiar bulging hood.
The
next-generation Evoque will retain its muscular wheel arches that protrude from
the body. The model also has a rakish windscreen, a compact greenhouse and an
aggressively sloped roof. The rear of the Evoque is heavily disguised but the
model will apparently adopt new taillights that extend into the tailgate. The
massive rear spoiler carries over as does the nearly flush rear bumper.
The updated styling will continue in the cabin as
the Evoque is slated to receive the Touch Pro Duo system from the Velar. It has
a central infotainment system as well as a secondary display which provides
access to climate control and convenience features. We can also expect higher
quality materials and a digital instrument cluster.
Engine options remain unconfirmed but are expected
to include an assortment of Ingenium four-cylinders. The petrol units are
expected to produce between 237 hp and 296 hp while the
diesels are slated to have outputs ranging from 148 hp to 237 hp. All will reportedly be connected to a nine-speed automatic transmission
which can be paired to either front- or all-wheel drive.
Later on, the company could introduce two hybrid
variants with a small electric motor. Little is known about them but the
hybrids could use a 1.5-liter petrol engine and a 2.0-liter diesel. The
redesigned Range Rover Evoque could be introduced later this year before going
on sale in the middle of 2019.
Cr : carscoops
