Should You Buy a RANGE ROVER EVOQUE? (Test Drive & Review)
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The Range Rover Evoque is probably the most common sight on British roads. Second only to potholes. Today I'm in this 2013 2.2 SD4 to see what they're like. Let's go...
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Havent seen a guy this real, legit, open, chilled and so well spoken to leave us with all the answers we need to make a decision. Big shout out to you bro 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Thank you
I’ve had mine nearly 6 years from new and had virtually no problems with it. It’s been a great drive and would happily have another one
Pleased to hear it!
Generally they start to go wrong from year seven. lol
On a more serious note. Some classic cars are been going for 50 years plus. After electric car revolution and banning internal combustion, I reckon some folks will stick to what they know, and keep their old motors, however, with the amount plastics and electronics, I'm not sure modern cars are built to last. In fact I think car manufacturers are aiming for their cars to have a expiry date of 5 years or something, like washing machine and fridge factories.
You could break down and rebuild a carburetor or weld a broken manifold on an old car. What could you do with a plastic ones aye?
I just wish good cars stick around.
All the best.
You’re lucky, my dad bought a Range Rover evoque two days ago and the suspension has already broke.
@@alisapavlovica1218 thats why you get warranty on these cars
@@josephshamon7824 he did get warranty, two year warranty but when he went to a Range Rover specialist he found 25 problems with the car after us only having it for two days, yes I have to admit it was second hand but when he bought it the seller said there was not even one problem
I was once lent an Evoque when my car was in for body repairs and I must say it was very good to drive...much better than I’d expected, and more cabin room than anticipated too. Great review as always 👌🏼
No matter how stressed I feel or what I’m worried about, one of your videos always makes me feel more calm and relaxed, great info once again!
evanmoonunit Thanks. Much appreciated
Had mine a few months now, 2.2td4 black coupe 2012 pure. Although it is the poverty spec it still has tinted windows, heated seats , air con, adjustable ambient lighting, meridian sound system. Ivory leather interior, electric adjustable seats, parking sensors.
It's my first ever land rover so I was surprised with how firm the ride is but after the recent snow I had a chance to take it out in the untreated back roads in Cumbria and it took it all in its stride. Iv since had it remapped so Although it's the TD4 it equals the SD4 in performance. I only ever use premium fuel, esso supreme or shell vpower. Il easily get 40-45 mpg if driven "sensibly"
I absolutely love it and I'm definitely converted and when I'm ready for a change il be getting another from the land rover range, maybe a disco or newer, higher spec evoque
Well explained as ever. But hope your not due to go shopping in Alderney Edge this week 🤦♂️
Mine fits loads of shopping in the boot. But then I'm female. The Porsche 911 I got I huge trolley load in thst heap of shit. The Porsche 1 loaf in the boot. 911 on an A plate 24yrs ago. Got rid have discovery. When daddy was a car trader .
As you was driving down the narrow country lane, there was a new shape Evoque, yes they are awesome cars. We had one on a 61 plate when they first came out. Black 5 door with the 2.2L diesel. Kept that car almost 5 years, the best car we ever had.
This 9 year old Evoque has the features on par with the latest cars of 2020's. This is great review! Now the 2020 model is out, this is good news for us who want to buy the older more affordable Evoque models! 😊
Woman's over priced toy
My Mrs is always on about this car, so you’re comment near the end says it all really.
I have a 2016 facelift 2.0 diesel with 226'000km. Has been a very nice car. Efficient, comfortable and luxurious for a very reasonable price
What I love the most about is the Meridian 825w surround sound - which kicks B&Os/Burmesters a*s. It also has rear seat entertainment...
Well done as always, I recently had the opportunity of sitting in one couldn't take it out for a test drive as the electronic parking brake failed before we could go anywhere and was stuck on.
The interior is definitely upgraded and feels nice, although for me it was a bit small and I don't think I'd be carrying rear passengers.
Lovely car to drive, beautiful car to have on your drive. Horrible car to own. I kept mine for just over a year and it cost me just under 3k in repairs.
Bought it privately cash, so no come backs when it started to go wrong.
The two happiest days of having a Range Rover Evoque is the day you buy it and the day you sell it.
Might be your best review. EVER. ❤️👍🏻
The only car reviewer bold enough to admit the Evoque is really a woman's car...
It's very refreshing; this man has balls!
I don’t consider it a woman’s car,I consider a VW bug a woman’s car.
I must be feminine because I love my wife’s evoque.
Great review again Matt! Sorry though mate I only saw 50% of it, I was too busy admiring that fantastic scenery! What a Place to be on a day like that!!!
Craig Hill It was a beautiful day! Perfect for filming
I am a dad with 3 kids all with car seats and i still watched it ALL the way through. Keep up the good work👍
'So much botox that's it's affected their decision making'. Superb!
Great Review. I will be test driving the Evoque soon. I have had my eye on this vehicle for a while. Love it!👍
..lol...at least your name is male...rofl...
Comes across as more of woman's car with plenty of silly unessesary toys to play with.
I’ve had my 2016 model since new and not had anything really go wrong with it outside the warranty. Only niggles have been weird, intermittent electrical faults but it’s behaving itself at the moment. A rear camera is essential. I like that I can defrost it without going outside via an app.
I will stick with my freelander 2, I love it
Another good review. Our neighbour - a lady of petite proportions - loves hers and finds it easy to drive so perhaps confirming the stereo type. Interesting dip into the car nerds topic of premium fuels - you might not hear the last of this!
Car to buy wife to look good picking kids up from school.
@@THOMASCOLTON1 yes - a Chelsea tractor compact.
I would say very smooth and informative review. Keep up the great work. Love watching your reviews. Helped me with my ml320. Love it. Just like he said, everything works well. Thanks.
Great to hear!
The Evoque for me is far and away the nicest looking (inside and out) car in its class. The interior looks bloody gorgeous and minimalist, which for me is a good thing. Great review, thanks again! 40mpg for me though is a no no, mine averages 60 so that puts me off. Bloody lovely car though.
another fair review i must say i did just about see every model in john lewis's carpark cheadle the other day not many nissan cumquats though ;)
If looking at the 2.0 diesel watch the oil level on the dip stick. If over full this could mean the direct injection is washing past the piston rings and diluting the oil. Not an issue with the 2.2 diesel out of the freelander.
Great review!👍🏼
Actual valuable info delivered smoothly. One of the few reviewers that I don't increase speed of the video when watching. Cheers pal.
Kasim Khan Thanks for watching!
Why are you not on national tv?!! Love your vids! Just bought a 2015 2.0 diesel Evoque with 51k miles on the clock. Love it! 😍 Wish me luck!! 😁 X
Started using v power fuel in my a Jaguar 2.2 diesel. No more def problems, lower emissions at last mot and an improvement in smoothness and mid range power. Better mpg as well. I only use premium fuel in my motorcycles and cars now, no question.
peter norman Im glad you said that because that’s been my experience too. Better MPG and smoother running. It’s short sighted to buy the cheap stuff
Calling the evoque a coupe is like calling a forklift a mid engined race car.
archechme 😂 Yes quite
Rear steered?
@@doncorleon9 well, yeah. however let's just focus on the mid engined part. it's the only mid engined thing that isn't a car that i could think of
Coupe can mean a lot of things lately
They got away with calling a range rover sport. 😂 what do they call them 4 door saloons with no rear headroom?
I had a 64 plate dynamic a few years ago, the electrics were shocking resulting in a new battery the dealer network let me down badly as it was under warranty it took 6 weeks testing checking and god knows what else before I got a battery, the dealer even advised me not to fit one at my own expense, I offered to pay as it was all very inconvenient as they said it could invalidate my warranty. Also storage in the rear was not ideal there is no hidden storage areas in the sides or underneath the boot floor everything had to be on show I like small items out of sight, I no longer have it now a very expensive mistake buying it and one if I’m honest could only just afford so to not be totally happy was disappointing. I did OK on the trade in though for a new Tucson not as plush but no irritating inconvenient faults. Good video keep them up.
The wife wants me to get one and I really like them but I’ve heard of more issues that what you have said and they were not cheap fixes.
I would love it if these were unfounded, plus there is a host of really good alternatives. X1 and X3 are good but must be due a refurb like the 1and 3 series I also like the X2 well I think I do. The Evoque does have by far the best looks especially in 5 door.
A new one is just outside my range as I do like a good few toys. Other alternatives from most of the manufacturers out there so choosing is difficult.
Hi Matt great video I do quite like the baby Range Rover I was given one as a loan car when my l322 went in for a service and at first i hated it but as the day went on I kept thinking this is a really nice car and at the end of the day was sorry to hand it back great video hope your well best wishes ian.
Can you please do a full in detail car history video. Would be so interesting to hear about all your previous personal cars. Great channel 😁
I'm considering buying the Range Rover Evoque so just watched both your videos on the Evoque and Discovery, both excellent videos and really helps with making a decision. Really useful info. Thank you.
No probs. Thanks for watching
Looks muck like a spoilt woman's car with plenty of unessesary gimmicks to play with.
Did you end up buying one? Any feedback?
Another out of the box option for the canny second hand buyer absolutely a breath of fresh air have been looking to change my trusty e60 5 series for a year great to have options these are golden years I don’t care what they say
Beautiful shade of green.. love the coupe, but is it reliable? Will I put Basil, the head mechanic at "coventry motors" kids thru university??
Another cracking review as usual ,i LOVE the green oval and have driven one of these ,liked it but not for me ,but the amount i see daily on the roads say it is a very popular Landy
Good video mate
It's nice to see these used car reviews , good work 👌🏻
It’s such a shame that no reviews cover the manufacturer fault of installing steering racks with aluminium bolts holding the electrical motor together, the bolts corrode and snap, I lost all steering as have many others. There is an online petition for a UK recall. New bolts were used from 2018
You and Scotty Kilmer would have big arguments about this brand
gange21 Scotty Kilmer is a hilarious joke. About maybe 5% of the time he has helpful and true things to say. The rest of the time I can’t stomach him - just the entire package, but especially the content. He can keep his 1994 Toyota Celica while us car enthusiasts get to enjoy the one life we have to live 🤦♂️
There are some great car reviewers online though thankfully. Nice job Matt!
Scotty changes his opinion on brands almost as often as I change my underwear..
Scotty Kilmer is highly knowledgeable about automotive repair and maintenance, and is a guy to listen to for those who want economical and reliable motoring, what the probable majority of people really want. He pretty much leaves the rest to others.
ozzierabbit scuty talk about Maintenance cost long term thes guy talk short term like tha car future how it drive
Why does every video have someone talking about what damn Scotty Kilmer would say? Kilmer will say everything that isn't an old Celica is shit.
I found this to be very informative since I am currently in the market for a new small to mid-sized SUV, which is my preference. I was fortunate to participate in a vehicle survey that was set prior to the introduction of the Evoque in 2011. I fell in love with it's looks then. This video was very helpful! Love your review!
Should you buy a range rover evoque. No.
Job done
harryvision toys and trains 😂
Stick to your caddy junk :))
Is the automatic gearbox reliable??
@@vladimirart758 Yes, it is. Mine is.
No. Over priced pile of shit. People buy for badge. Nissan is much better SUV.
Great review as always Matt. Seems to be loads of Evoques around. Loads of bargains.
Mick
Brilliant video as always!
Very informative on a down to earth practical real world way
Thanks for a very nice, informative and professional review! Right on!
Thanks!
I really enjoy your reviews mate, keep it up!
Thanks, will do!
Very happy for finding this channel. :)
Lajos Nagy Thanks for watching
Thank u just watched this as am looking at getting one this weekend u made me fall in love with the car even more
Nice review. However, you keep on about "premium Fuel" being better for 'normal' car engines. Can you provide real evidence to back that up.
Not fussed on the car but love your videos very informative great sense of humour brilliant
Hello again, once more a really to the point review, great. Regards, RichardA.
Its based on the freelander. It’s just a freelander with Range Rover badges
Yes, previous gen was on the same D8 platform, itself a modified EUCD Ford Mondeo platform.
Huh incase you don't know or are dumb freelander is a JLR.
It's a chavvy vehicle for sure.
@@ogotuwaobuto5366 I love being a chav then. Oh I also have a Bentley racing team jacket t shirt n rucksack all for free direct from Crewe. And LV bag. Picnic basket for days at the races. So I love being a chav. Rather be a chav than a WAG
@@tinacape2326 I bow down to the Queen of Chavs.😂😂😂
Evoques look so good inside and out that people would buy them even if they were crap. I love them to be honest and they are really popular for good reason, they are fab cars.
I agree
I’ve always liked the Evoque but prefer my FL2. I do think they have perfected the E with the latest iteration though. Great job Land Rover. I’m hanging out to get the new Discovery 90!!!!
Great video. Watched this just before I brought one. Was an awesome car except the rear suspension was knackered so ended up going back to the dealer. Such a shame as I really liked it. Sold one of my defenders, considering this is more than half the price, its so much nicer 😅
Great review - everything you need to know about this car. The two door looks cool!
I had three Discovery's and a lwb land rover..
The later the model, the more over engineered they became.
As a young Royal Marine serving in commando forces, I drove lightweight landrovers all over the world during the 70s.
Not economical, but virtually unbreakable and if there were problems we could usually fix it in the field.
Land rover has lost it's way.
Your honesty is what differentiates you from the other 2,923 car reviewers. I own a 2013 evoque. (Im Mascon Leather here on RUclips).
Thanks!
How's your Evoque? lots of faults and issues as others report?
Great looking car, we had one for a day when my disco was in for ‘ a little TLC’ however asked for it to be changed to a discovery sport. Unless you are under 5 foot 6 inches it was too cramped inside.
It is a good everyday product, and aged well inside and out, I think the mistake was calling it a Range Rover. Should of had a new name. Then peoples expectations wouldn’t be so high.
Chill on the hyperbole, your a good to watch when you talk plain about the car. keep up the good work, love your vids!
Great review -I've watched a few evoke ones recently. i think I'm going to get the convertible one because of your comments - lol - I guess you're either a convertible person or not - I have only ever had motorcycles and convertibles - the fact that land rover actually built an SUV convertible - unlike any other manufacturers is amazing - and now they've come down to a price where I can nearly afford one :-)
Hi Matt. Great reviews. I Bought top of the range Dynamic Lux for Delivery December 2014. Got it on the 10th Dec 2014. It was back in the garage before Christmas.... in the following 2 years that I owned the Evoque it was back in the garage a further 8 times. In the 26 months I owned it I was actually in possession of it I'd say 20 / 21 months.
Great to look at, small to live with... massively underpowered & super unreliable.... never averaged more than 30mpg combined. Over the years I've had full fat RR's & RR Sports the car before the Evoque was a 2011 Sport HSE on it's first ever MOT in 2014 it cost me £4k so it was traded in the second I picked it up for the Evoque I ordered out of disappointment with the Sport. My genuine experience..... & recommendation to anyone is NEVER buy JLR unless you have lots of money & you don't mind not having your car a lot of the time you own it, cos it will be back in the garage more times than you expected. Shame because they are the BEST LOOKING SUV's out there. Wouldn't mind a review of a Stelvio if you get the opportunity Matt. Keep up the good work & I will keep watching. Cheers G
So you have had terrible JLR product experiences & then want to know what an Alfa is going to be like?
I'd go with more of the same, but with added Passion & soul, or faults as the rest of us call them.
@@Zerofightervi Absolutely valid point.... Alfa was always problematic, maybe I was hoping that things had changed. The Stelvio is a good looking SUV though.
@@gw5140 My problem with Alfa romeo is you can never trust the word of an Alfa fanatic.
The car could be the worst thing ever but you'll always hear the tried & tested 'passion and soul' nonsense.
This is such an honest review and well explained. Thumbs up bro
Tyrone Thanks! I appreciate it
I had a top of the range Evoque for almost four years, it was very good, I'd even consider another in the future. I was contemplating a change when the fitted Ford diesel 2.2 crank front engine oil seal failed leaking too much oil on the drive, repair cost £850 so I exchanged it for a BMW M235i. Yes I'd have another only I'd look for a petrol engine one next time.
we have 2 evoke dynamic sd45s (his and hers) and love them. touch wood no major problems great cars and great looks..in my opinion ill buy another
Seriously why if this guy not on the TV with his own show. No nonsense no BS reviews, first class.
Thanks! I appreciate that
Good honest review (as ever). Mine is one of the best, if not the best, cars I've owned, and that's quite a few. Just a shame that nearly all of the LR dealers I've dealt with have been sub-optimal.
Great video mate 👍
Kyle Cheers
Test drove one in 2013 cause the Mrs wanted one, I don't like the look of them but I did like the way it drove apart from the rear hatch that wouldn't quite shut and an annoying rattle (on a demo!) it seemed well made but the pcp deal was abysmal - bought a top spec CRV for 200 less a month, which apart from the asmatic 2.0 engine was great, in fact we had two. The ridiculous extended service intervals don't help the dpf and if you don't want to pay stupid money for fuel buy some Millers ecomax and add at every tank fill.
Everytime I have been to my local landrover garage there is always one of these on the deck being worked on your better of getting your money and buy the 1st or 2nd series range rover sport in my opinion, a lad I work with has one it spends more time at Landover Stockport then it does being on the road with him re call after re call after failed parts but it's a land rover so people put up with it
I watch these vids all the time and your awesome at reviews .
Thanks! I appreciate it
Blending in your local area well with the Evoque ;-) good review as always, I know of someone who’s got the 2WD Evoque and they says it’s fine :)
Honey I shrunk my HSE. Love it
As always... great video. Funny and informative and the vehicle looks good.
Stop the DPF filter blocking with a motorway run every fortnight is the common advice - with my Transit I just drive for miles in third gear occasionally to keep the revs high. Saves finding a motorway if you don't need one.
@J130 G810 Same principle as an "Italian tune up"
Diesel injector fluid
Absolutely great review. If I lived within a reasonable distance of your garage and workshop I would certainly buy one knowing that I could rely on you, you gorgeous man, to look after it for me. I would need to find a good LR garage locally before I bought one. Thanks again for the brilliant reviews
As they go on your reviews and camera work are getting better- well done
Cheers
Brilliant honest reviews, keep em coming 👍🏻
Range Rovers across the line are just beautifully styled, inside and out. Hope you WILL review the convertible...only ever seen ONE on the road.
It Evokes fear when you roll up at the service department.
I've seen on the customer's face.
Mines a 12 plate manual diesel prestige 122k on the clock haldex refub. Bloody love mine.
Wouldn’t touch another one on a barge pole… too fragile mechanically big bills
Bigger on the outside , but lacks space inside , a good looker, a bit smaller, i always worry about any Rover due to reliability, they can be shocking, nice balanced review, i think they are aimed at the female market due to the size, a successful marketing exercise to be honest
Very solid review. I would be interested in a future review on one on the pug in hybrid spec Evoques.
The 2.2L was only on earlier models. The vast majority sold has the ingenium units in which are much better
I thought this car was just for orange people in Cheshire - I see enough of them driving through Altrincham and Hale en route to Warrington in the morning, and I didn't get why they made a 3 door, but you're right -- the interior is excellent and it looks the business, and the ride height is certainly good. Great review. Not my sort of vehicle, but you're definitely my type of reviewer.
First time I saw one I said it looked like an elephant had sat on the back end. Still does.
I bet you drive a BMW
I don’t suffer from Solihull syndrome like you Matt, but that is a lovely looking car. Excellent Color and trim combo. My mum would be made up with one of those. Good job.
sounds good advice i would definitely look into this in more detail when i go for a change car in a few months.
Cheers, mate! Enjoy watching your videos.
Glad you like them!
@@HighPeakAutos watching your videos from India. When I come round to England, will buy a car from you 😎
Thump Musician Cool. It’s interesting to hear from viewers all over the world!
Love the colour of that Land Rover, used to have a Firebird on that same tone, mint 👌 .
Good review, indeed that is a model for the missus 😉 (ladies love it, guy not so much)🚘.
Made in Birmingham . Yes Super Stuff. I Want One Please as I'm British. xxx
The RR designers did an excellent job on the styling of the Evoque. Inside and out, this SUV is stunning at any angle. Can't say the same about the current full-side Range Rover Velar which to me, is an whorishly and shamefully an Evoque wanabe.
Hi there; Thank you for another good informative video.
I understand that you were aiming to demonstrate the wind noise in the cabin, but it kind of made it difficult to hear yourself. Maybe I need a hearing aid, but I wonder if a different type of microphone would eliminate the issue.
I hope you take this as a constructive criticism as it aimed to be. Cheers a bunch.
Thanks again for the video.
Another excellent review, thank you, a good follow up would be one on a discovery sport, back to back review of what appear to be similar cars.
Designed by Victoria Beckham!!! that was enough to put me off.
Hanny Ninja designed to look good, not much else.
Hanny Ninja as if she'd know how to design anything !
Looks ace when ya get the picnic out on the paddock at the races. Or In VIP area at Silverstone. With the pits guys.
Tina Cape really ! The toffs just think you can't afford a proper sized one
@@TheJPHarvey wrong we said the interior was influenced by her. Oh and cant find your name one the devolopment team. So really what the fuck ever. Sweeping floors doesnt count as been a developer. Grant is an aquantance you aint on the list. So tea with milk make it snappy tea boy.
as always informative and entertaining
Older woman at work has one. She's a wanna be snob, wanna be someone with no real substance and probably well stretched on HP for ownership. She strikes me as the typical evoque owner.
Off course I enjoyed it, its JLR, and very temting as a RRS owner. The idea of all the prestige and luxury fused with the running cost of a four cylinder diesel is a sensible one. PS please, if it so happens that you come across an Jag X type do a review for us.