Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2014-2015 2.2L Prestige

Jaguar Land Rover has rolled out the latest version of its captivating SUV Evoque in the automobile market. It comes in three trim levels with petrol and diesel engine option among which, Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2.2L Prestige is the mid range variant. It is powered by a 2.2-litre SD4 diesel engine, which is coupled with a 9-speed ZF automatic transmission gearbox. This improved the overall performance of the engine and reduced the fuel consumption by up to 20 percent, which is remarkable. The company has not made any updates to the interiors, exteriors or to the features of this vehicle. This variant comes with some sophisticated features such as Terrain response system, torque vectoring braking and a cruise control system. In addition to this, the company has also integrated paddle shifters to the multi-functional steering wheel.

Exteriors:

The 2014 version of this SUV comes without any updates to its exteriors. It comes with a well furnished body equipped with a lot of striking cosmetics. The front profile is muscular and comes fitted with a sleek headlight cluster, which is incorporated with xenon headlamps with LED signature lighting. It surrounds an elegantly crafted radiator grille that is decorated with the company logo. The most attractive part of the front profile is the rugged bumper that comes integrated with fog lamps and air dam. In addition to this, it also has a silver colored protective cladding, which further enhances the elegance of the frontage. Its rear profile comes with a modernistic design featuring a compact windscreen, dual color bumper and an aggressive boot lid. The tail lamp cluster is luminous and is incorporated with unique light pattern. Coming to the sides, it has bold wheel arches that have been fitted with a set of 18-inch sparkle alloy wheels . It also has a full size spare wheel affixed in the boot compartment along with other tools that help in changing a tyre. The ORVM caps, roof and pillars comes with gloss black color. while the door handles comes in body color. The overall side profile is complimented by an expressively designed air duct console with chrome finish.

Interiors:

JLR introduced this variant with a seating space for at least five passengers. Although, it looks very compact from the outside, it comes with great leg, shoulder and head space inside. The car maker has retained most of the interior design without giving any updates. The front cabin is fitted with electrically adjustable seats for driver and passenger, wherein the driver's seat has a memory function. It also comes with an elegantly crafted dashboard that is incorporated with many sophisticated equipments like climatic control system, an advanced instrument panel and other such aspects. In addition to these, it comes incorporated with a proficient communication, information and entertainment that features an 8-inch high resolution touchscreen display, a Meridian Sound system with single slot CD/MP3 player , USB, iPod connectivity port and a Bluetooth telephone connectivity with audio streaming. In addition to this, the company is also providing an option to accommodate a navigation system in it.

Engine and Performance:

This Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2.2L Prestige trim comes with an SD4 diesel engine , but with improved performance. It has 4 cylinders and 16 valves along with a DOHC valve configuration. This engine is further incorporated with a turbo charging unit, which allows it to produce 187.4Bhp at 5200rpm, while generating 420Nm of maximum torque at just 2000rpm. This engine is mated with a 9-speed ZF automatic transmission gearbox that sends the torque output to all the four wheels in the form of 4WD layout. It takes only about 8.5 seconds for this SUV to reach 100 Kmph mark from the standstill and it can achieve a top speed of 195 Kmph.

Braking and Handling:

All the four wheels of this luxury SUV have been fitted with a set of high performance ventilated disc brakes accompanied with a sturdy set of brake calipers. This sophisticated disc braking mechanism is further enhanced by anti lock braking system with electronic brake force distribution system . In addition to this, the company is also offering an advanced dynamic stability and roll stability control programs, which will reinforce the handling aspects. On the other hand, this luxury SUV comes with a technically advanced air suspension system with adaptive dynamics.

Comfort Features:

This Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2.2L Prestige is the mid level variant, which has innovative comfort features. It comes with an advanced leather wrapped, multi-functional steering wheel with integrated cruise control switch. Its insides are incorporated with an automatic air conditioning system with climate control function that keeps the ambiance pleasant. This prestige variant is blessed with 8/6 way adjustable seats covered with premium Oxford leather upholstery that provides a next level of comfort to the occupants. The list of other features include push button start, premium carpet mats with edging, customer configurable interior mood lighting, rear center armrest with two cup holders, load space cover, sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors , inside rear view mirror with auto dimming effect, external rear view mirrors with power folding and memory function and a fixed panoramic roof with power blinds.

Safety Features:

The car maker has not compromised on the safety aspects of this luxury SUV variant. It comes with an advanced key less entry along with an alarm system that ensures high level protection to the vehicle. The company is also offering dual front airbags, knee airbags (for the driver) along with side and curtain airbags (for first and second row). In addition to these, this trim also comes with roll stability control, hill descent control, electric parking brake and an advanced dynamic stability control program as well. Some other other sophisticated aspects include front fog lights, front and rear parking aid and powerful xenon headlamps with LED signature lighting.

Pros:

1. Improved engine performance with 9-speed ZF auto gearbox.

2. Sophisticated safety and comfort features.

Cons:

1. Initial Cost of ownership is high.

2. Fuel Efficiency can be improved.