The all new 2012 Range Rover Evoque

     It’s rare for an SUV to earn the title of sexy, but the new Range Rover Evoque takes the name sexy and runs with it.  Design wise this car is a looker.  The sleek body and rear window give it a sophisticated and sporty elegance.   And the interior is lustrous.  The rich black leather seats exude an Aston Martin look, yet wrap you in the sporty comfort of your old baseball mitt.  

     The Evoque offers the Jaguar gauge cluster interface..technologically advanced but user friendly and …and the Meridien sound system is impressive.  When your kids are in high school and old enough to be out of a rear facing car seat, they can enjoy the DVD monitors built into the front seat headrests.  

     Driving however is where the awe ends.  I was disappointed that the 4 cylinder turbo charged engine didn’t have much get up and go.  It was like the car needed a Starbucks to get moving.  For just getting around town, it’s not bad…an upscale Mom-mobile…sure makes going to Whole Foods a more luxurious errand.  But don’t plan on buying too many groceries AND carting around the stroller…the luggage room is smaller than expected…a far departure from the typical Range Rover cargo area.

     Overall, a beautiful, design winner vehicle.  Won’t break any 0 to 60 records or save any money at the gas pump, but driving in style makes the Evoque well worth it.

Some Basics

MSRP:   $41,145 – $44,145

MPG:  18 City / 28 Hwy

Engine:  Turbocharged I4 2.0L

HP/Torque: 240 hp/ 250 ft.-lb.

Drivetrain:  All Wheel Drive

IIHS Rating: not yet rated

drivermom summary

Three words to describe this car

sexy, luxurious, sporty

What’s the best thing about it?
beautiful design 

What’s the biggest drawback?
limited cargo area 

 Mom-friendliness score: A-

If this car could talk, what would it say?

“I got all the family’s good looks.”