Land Rover pulled the wraps off the 2020 Range Rover
Evoque in November and it will soon be joined by an updated Discovery Sport. Looking more aggressive than its
predecessor, the updated model appears to adopt a revised grille which is
flanked by restyled LED headlights. Further below, we can see an evolutionary
front fascia which features reshaped air intakes and a more aerodynamic lower
bumper.
While the profile remains largely the same, the rear
of the crossover has been equipped with modestly revised taillights. The rear
bumper features an evolutionary design, but the skid plate has apparently been
replaced by a diffuser to improve aerodynamics.
Spy photographers didn’t get close enough to peek
inside the cabin, but we can expect some major updates inside. Among the likely
changes are a digital instrument cluster and a Touch Pro Duo system with two
touchscreen displays. Designers may also install higher quality materials and a
new steering wheel – among other things.
The 2020 Discovery Sport is
expected to ride on the Premium Transverse Architecture which has been
developed with electrification in mind. As a result, the model will feature
48-volt mild-hybrid technology which promises to improve fuel economy while
also reducing emissions.
Engine options will likely echo the Evoque and
include an entry-level four-cylinder diesel that produces 148 hp and 380 Nm of torque. There could also be two other diesel
engines which produce 177 hp and 430 Nm of torque
as well as 236 hp and 500 Nm of torque.
On the petrol side, there could be three different
four-cylinders including a base unit with 198 hp and 340 Nm of torque. There should also be more powerful engines developing
245 hp and 365 Nm of torque as well as 296 hp and 400 Nm of torque. Later down the road, we can
expect a plug-in hybrid variant as well as a three-cylinder petrol engine.
