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2016 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque

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Rating7.7

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$41,475 - $60,775
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on January 31, 2024

ProsConsWhat's New

Well-Appointed Interior.

Low Cargo Space.

No major changes from 2015.

Great Tech Features.

Poor Fuel Economy.

Compliant, Comfortable Ride.

Expensive for its Class.

Specs & Features

$41,475

price

240 hp @ 5500 rpm

horsepower

250 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

torque

9-Speed Automatic w/od

transmission

2.0L 4cyl 4WD 9A

engine

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basic warranty

Overview

The 2016 Range Rover Evoque features a compelling balance between sportiness and luxury. With tight proportions and compact sizing, the Evoque stands as the perfect Land Rover for urban commutes. However, the compactness doesn’t hinder the comfort and luxury on offer with the Evoque’s cabin. 

Buying Advice

There’s a good deal of variety when it comes to the 2016 Range Rover Evoque. If you’re considering taking one home, we suggest going for the SE Premium trim. We feel that the SE Premium offers an extremely good balance of price and features. For $45,800, the SE Premium gets you an exquisite leather-wrapped cabin, along with 12-way power adjustable seats. There’s also a good deal of tech features on offer, which makes this trim a compelling deal. 

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Comparative Analysis against Competition

The 2016 model year Range Rover Evoque starts at $41,800, and offers a 2.0L Inline-4 engine, making 240 horsepower and 250 lb-ft of torque. The 2016 Range Rover Evoque competes against rivals such as the 2016 BMW X1 and the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250. In this review of the Range Rover Evoque, we walk you through the pros and cons of the SUV, and help you decide whether you should buy one or not. 

Features
9.0/10

Much like the rest of the Land Rover lineup, the British carmaker offers the 2016 Range Rover Evoque in 5 different trims. While the base SE model starts at an MSRP of $41,800, the top-end Autobiography trim comes in at a whopping $62,500. The Range Rover Evoque is a well-equipped SUV, featuring some impressive features even with the SE trim. Higher trims, of course, flaunt impressive equipment lists, with the Autobiography trim offering some of the best comfort features in this segment. The following table gives you an idea of all the trims and features offered with the 2016 Range Rover Evoque. 

Model

SE

SE Premium

HSE

HSE Dynamic

Autobiography

MSRP

$41,800

$45,800

$51,000

$54,700

$62,500

Key Features

Cruise Control

SE Features, plus:

SE Premium Features, plus:

HSE Features, plus:

HSE Dynamic Features, plus:
 

Leather Upholstery

Driver Seat Memory

Oxford Leather Seats

Adaptive Dynamics 

Meridian Digital Surround Sound
 

18-inch Alloy Wheels

Gesture-Operated Tailgate

Automatic High Beams

Illuminated Tread Plates

17-Speaker Sound System
 

8-inch Infotainment Screen

LED Accent lighting

Blind Spot Monitor

Dynamic Mode

Oxford Leather Electric Memory Seats
 

12-way Power Front Seats

  

Fixed Panoramic Glass Sunroof

Chrome Exhaust Finish

14-Way Power Adjustment 
 

Dual-Zone Climate Control

  

Heated Front Seats

Perforated Leather Steering Wheel

  
 

Parking Sensors

    

Rear spoiler

  

We Recommend

There’s a good deal of variety when it comes to the 2016 Range Rover Evoque. If you’re considering taking one home, we suggest going for the SE Premium trim. We feel that the SE Premium offers an extremely good balance of price and features. For $45,800, the SE Premium gets you an exquisite leather-wrapped cabin, along with 12-way power adjustable seats. There’s also a good deal of tech features on offer, which makes this trim a compelling deal. 

Engine and Performance
7.0/10

The 2016 Range Rover Evoque is offered with a 2.0L turbocharged Inline-4 engine, which is capable of making 240 horsepower and 250 lb-ft of torque. The Evoque’s engine comes mated to a clever 9-Speed Automatic gearbox, which does a fantastic job of shuffling power though the powertrain. Additionally, the 2016 model year Range Rover Evoque is offered in AWD, which makes driving it easy. 

While the engine itself doesn’t feel particularly powerful, there’s plenty of grunt for powerful highway cruising and comfortable overtaking. Driving in the city feels like a breeze, and the AWD system makes handling comfortable. The 2016 Range Rover Evoque sprints from 0 to 60 MPH in 7.1 seconds, which is sufficiently quick for a vehicle of its size. Additionally, the 2016 model year Evoque also manages to hit top speeds of up to 135 miles per hour, which makes it a great choice for highway crunching. 

Models

2016 Range Rover Evoque

2016 BMW X1

2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA Class

MSRP

$41,800

$35,745

$32,845

Engine

2.0L Turbo Inline-4

2.0L Twin-Turbo Inline-4

2.0L Turbo Inline-4

Drivetrain

AWD

AWD

FWD

Transmission

9-Speed Automatic

8-Speed Automatic

7-Speed Automatic

Power 

240 hp@ 3,200 rpm

228 hp @ 3,750 rpm 

208 hp @ 3,300 rpm

Torque 

250 lb-ft @ 1,900 rpm

258 @ 1,500 rpm

258 @ 1,750 rpm

0 to 60 MPH

7.1

6.5

6.6

Quarter Mile (Sec)

15.1

15.2

15.8

Top Speed (MPH)

135

130

145

Comparing the competition, the 2016 Range Rover Evoque comes out as the clear winner in terms of raw horsepower figure. Both the BMW X1 and the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 offer more torque than the Evoque, albeit by a small margin. Despite lower power, the 2016 model year BMW X1 showcases the best 0 to 60 launch time, while the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 follows closely. Quarter-mile times of all three cars stand fairly close, with the Range Rover Evoque being the quickest in this front. The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 offers the highest top speed among the competition, going as fast as 145 MPH.

Fuel Economy
6.0/10

The 2016 Range Rover Evoque exhibits pretty decent performance merit, but lags behind in the fuel efficiency department. The 2016 model year Range Rover Evoque only manages to return 21 MPG in the city, and 29 MPG on highways. The result is a combined MPG rating of 24, which is lower than what is being offered with the competition. However, to compensate for the low fuel economy, the Evoque comes with a large 18.5-gallon fuel tank, which helps in delivering respectable driving range. 

Models

2016 Range Rover Evoque

2016 BMW X1

2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA Class

MPG (City)

21

22

24

MPG (Highway)

29

31

33

MPG (Combined)

24

25

27

Fuel Capacity (gallons)

18.5 

16.1 

13.2 

Comparing the competition, the 2016 Range Rover Evoque fares the worst in terms of fuel economy. On the other end of the spectrum, the 2016 model year Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 manages to return a steady 24 MPG in the city and 33 MPG on the highway, which is significantly higher than that of the Range Rover Evoque. 

Interior
8.0/10

The 2016 Range Rover Evoque offers an extremely classy and well-appointed cabin. There’s a generous use of leather, especially on the higher trims. You get 12-way power adjustable seats as standard, while you also have the option for upgrading to 14-way power seats, with memory function, ventilation, and premium leather finish. 

You also have the option of customizing the Evoque cabin to a great extent, all the way from choosing the color of your seats and dash, to picking the finish of your dash. The 2016 Range Rover offers a fair bit of space inside the cabin, with up to 5 passengers being comfortably seated. There’s dual-zone climate control on offer, along with additional features such as a panoramic moonroof, ventilated front seats, and a heated steering wheel.

Models

2016 Range Rover Evoque

2016 BMW X1

2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA Class

Seating Capacity

5

5

5

Front Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)

38.9/56.5/43.1

41.9/56.7/40.4

38.3/54.8/41.9

Rear Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)

38.0/55.8/35.6

39.4/57.0/37.0

38.4/53.2/33.9

Cargo Capacity (cu-ft.)

20.0

27.1

17.2

Comparing the competition, the 2016 BMW X1 offers the most interior space. At the front, the Range Rover Evoque, however, offers the most legroom. At the back, the BMW X1 remains the roomiest, with the Evoque following closely behind. In terms of cabin room, the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA falls on the disappointing side, offering significantly lower passenger space than both of its competitors. Some key interior features offered with the 2016 Range Rover Evoque include:

  • Dual-Zone Climate Control. 
  • Leather Upholstery. 
  • 12-way/14-way Power Seats. 
  • Seat Memory Settings. 
  • Panoramic Moonroof. 
  • Heated and Ventilated Seats. 
  • Front Cup Holders. 

2016 Range Rover Evoque Infotainment System

The 2016 model year Range Rover Evoque gets Land Rover’s 8.0-inch InControl infotainment system, featuring plenty of apps and settings to play with. You also get an in-built navigation system, which is decent. Sound is channelled via a compelling 12-speaker sound system, and Bluetooth Audio Streaming makes playing your favorite playlists easy. You also have the option for upgrading to a 17-speaker Meridian sound system, which takes music to a whole new level. In addition, Land Rover also offers you Ambient Lighting with your Evoque, which makes night-time driving extremely enjoyable. Some major infotainment features offered with the 2016 Range Rover Evoque include:

  • 8.0-inch Infotainment Screen. 
  • In-Built Navigation System.
  • Bluetooth Audio Streaming.
  • Interior Ambient lighting.
  • 12-Speaker Sound System.

Exterior
9.0/10

The 2016 Range Rover Evoque stands as an extremely handsome and well-designed SUV. The Evoque features sculpted, chunky bodywork with elegant aesthetic elements which seem very pleasing to the eye. The Evoque features intricately designed front and rear lights, which flaunt sophisticated LED matrices. 

The side profile of the Evoque is very unique, and genuinely no other vehicle in this segment matches the elegance and artsy aesthetic of the Evoque till date. Land Rover offers 18-inch alloys with the Evoque, which can be upgraded to 19-inch wheels with fancy finishes depending on your taste. 

Models

2016 Range Rover Evoque

2016 BMW X1

2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA Class

Curb Weight (lbs) 

4059

3697

3296

Length (inches) 

171.5

174.8

173.9

Width (inches)

74.8

71.7

71.0

Height (inches)

64.4

63.7

60.0

Ground Clearance (inches)

8.4

6.9

6.6

Wheelbase (inches)

104.7

105.1

106.3

Among the competition, the Range Rover Evoque actually comes off as the heaviest vehicle in the lot, thanks to the exquisitely appointed cabin, and rather traditional construction. The BMW X1 measures the longest in the competition, while the Range Rover Evoque measures the widest. The Evoque also ends up as the tallest in the lot, while also featuring the greatest ground clearance. The Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 offers the longest wheelbase. Some highlight exterior features offered with the 2016 Range Rover Evoque include:

  • Chrome Grille Surround. 
  • Signature LED Headlights. 
  • Evoque Badging. 
  • 18-inch Alloy Wheels.
  • Optional Privacy Glass. 
  • Illuminated Tread Plates.
  • Chrome Door Handles.

Safety
8.0/10

The 2016 Range Rover Evoque is a safe vehicle for daily commutes. The Evoque is based on an entirely new platform employed by Land Rover, which is rigid and ensures high structural integrity. This means that the Evoque can take impacts without deforming or transferring shocks to the occupants. Additionally, the 2016 Range Rover Evoque comes with a wide range of active and passive safety features, which make the compact SUV extremely safe for frequent use. Some key safety features offered with the 2016 Range Rover Evoque include:

  • ESP and ABS. 
  • Traction Control. 
  • Hill Descent Control.
  • Dual-Stage Airbags. 
  • Hill Start Assist.
  • Side Curtain Airbags. 
  • Lane Keeping Assist. 
  • LED Headlights with DRLs.
  • Rear Cross-Traffic Monitor. 

Final Verdict

The 2016 Range Rover Evoque stands as a classier alternative to the likes of the Mercedes-Benz GLA and the BMW X1. While the Evoque promises great ride quality, cabin comfort and isolation, it misses out on performance, practicality and reliability. Additionally, the higher starting price of the 2016 model year Evoque can actually make it a difficult sell. However, if you’re not concerned about the practicality or the higher price, the 2016 Range Rover should be an excellent choice.

Trims

    SE
    $41,475 onwards
    • AM/FM/Satellite-Prep
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • Parking assist
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers
    SE Premium
    $45,675 onwards
    • Front & rear fog/driving lights
    • Navigation system
    HSE
    $50,475 onwards
    • 19-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • Sunroof
    HSE Dynamic
    $53,775 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl 4WD 9A
    • Horsepower: 240 hp @ 5500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 250 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7.2 sec
    • Top Speed: 135 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 24 mpg
    Autobiography
    $60,775 onwards
    • 20-inch machined aluminum Wheels
    • Sirius AM/FM/Satellite

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Torque

250 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

Capacity

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2016 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		7.2 sec15.1 sec135 mph
    		5.1 sec13.6 sec156 mph
    		6 sec-93 mph
    2016 BMW X4

    Ranked #2

    		6 sec15.2 sec130 mph
    2016 BMW X1

    Ranked #3

    		6.3 sec14.7 sec127 mph
    		6.6 sec15.2 sec-
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    2016 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		21 mpg30 mpg24 mpg18.5 gal.388.5/555 mi.
      		25 mpg35 mpg29 mpg13.2 gal.330/462 mi.
      2016 BMW X1

      Ranked #2

      		22 mpg32 mpg26 mpg16.1 gal.354.2/515.2 mi.
      		22 mpg28 mpg25 mpg15.9 gal.349.8/445.2 mi.
      2016 BMW X3

      Ranked #4

      		21 mpg28 mpg24 mpg17.7 gal.371.7/495.6 mi.
      		22 mpg28 mpg24 mpg17.4 gal.382.80/487.20 mi.

      2016 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		172 in.74.8 in.64.4 in.8.4 in.104.8 in.
        		190.3 in.75.2 in.65.7 in.7 in.110.5 in.
        		184.4 in.73.7 in.65 in.5.4 in.105.7 in.
        2016 BMW X4

        Ranked #3

        		184.3 in.74.1 in.63.9 in.8 in.110.6 in.
        		184.3 in.82.6 in.63.9 in.7.8 in.110.5 in.
        2016 BMW X3

        Ranked #4

        		183.8 in.74.1 in.66.1 in.8 in.110.6 in.

        2016 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		20.3 cu.ft.-51 cu.ft.
          		26.9 cu.ft.100.6 cu.ft.57.3 cu.ft.
          2016 Audi Q3

          Ranked #2

          		16.7 cu.ft.104.8 cu.ft.48.2 cu.ft.
          		17.7 cu.ft.71.6 cu.ft.54.6 cu.ft.
          		25.2 cu.ft.97.9 cu.ft.53.1 cu.ft.
          		17.7 cu.ft.-53 cu.ft.

          2016 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            		51 cu.ft.20.3 cu.ft.51 cu.ft.-
            		89.7 cu.ft.26.9 cu.ft.57.3 cu.ft.74 ft.
            2016 Audi Q5

            Ranked #3

            		9.9 cu.ft.29.1 cu.ft.57.3 cu.ft.-
            		53.1 cu.ft.25.2 cu.ft.53.1 cu.ft.-
            		28.5 cu.ft.20.5 cu.ft.28.5 cu.ft.-
            2016 Audi Q3

            Ranked #6

            		64 cu.ft.16.7 cu.ft.48.2 cu.ft.-

            2016 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		3968 lbs.1361 lbs.3865 lbs.
              		5291 lbs.1510 lbs.4112 lbs.
              2016 Audi Q5

              Ranked #2

              		4400 lbs.1047 lbs.4079 lbs.
              2016 Audi Q3

              Ranked #2

              		4400 lbs.1874 lbs.3494 lbs.
              2016 BMW X1

              Ranked #3

              		3968 lbs.900 lbs.3660 lbs.
              		3500 lbs.1466 lbs.3892 lbs.

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              MPG Combined : 24 mpg

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              Posted On: April 27, 2024

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