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Range Rover Evoque L551: the Second Generation Explained
The second-generation Range Rover Evoque, code L551, was revealed in London on 22 November 2018 and went on sale in spring 2019. It moved to Land Rover's new Premium Transverse Architecture (PTA), borrowed its styling from the larger Velar and added mild-hybrid engines. A P300e plug-in hybrid with 227 kW (309 PS) followed.
Key takeaways
- Revealed 22 November 2018, on sale from spring 2019, after more than 770,000 first-generation cars.
- PTA platform with a 13% stiffer body; same 4,371 mm length but more rear knee room and a 10% larger boot.
- Launch engines: diesels from 110 to 177 kW (150 to 240 PS) and petrols from 147 to 221 kW (200 to 300 PS), nine-speed automatic.
- New tech: ClearSight Ground View "transparent bonnet" and a camera-based rear-view mirror.
What changed from the first Evoque
With more than 770,000 first-generation cars sold since 2011, Land Rover kept the shape and size but changed almost everything underneath. The new, mostly steel PTA platform makes the body 13% stiffer, according to Land Rover. Compared with the first generation, the L551 gives 20 mm more rear knee room and 10% more luggage space; the fuel tank shrank from 65 to 54 litres.
Size at a glance
Land Rover Range Rover L405
The Land Rover Range Rover L460 is 53 mm longer, 63 mm wider and 35 mm taller than the Land Rover Range Rover L405.
| Dimensions | Land Rover Range Rover L460 | Land Rover Range Rover L405 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 5,052 mm198.9 in | 4,999 mm196.8 in | +53 mm+2.1 in |
| Width | 2,047 mm80.6 in | 1,984 mm78.1 in | +63 mm+2.5 in |
| Height | 1,870 mm73.6 in | 1,835 mm72.2 in | +35 mm+1.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 2,997 mm118.0 in | 2,922 mm115.0 in | +75 mm+3.0 in |
| Boot | - | 707 L25.0 cu ft | - |
The poorly selling three-door was dropped, so the L551 is a five-door only.
Design from the Velar
The L551 borrows its look from the Range Rover Velar of 2017: flush door handles that retract into the body and smoother surfaces. Inside, two touchscreens replace most buttons, the lower one with climate controls. According to the old 1cars text, the Evoque was the first Land Rover with two camera features:
- ClearSight Ground View: grille and mirror cameras show the ground under the front of the car, as if the bonnet were transparent;
- a ClearSight rear-view mirror showing a roof-camera image, clear even with a full boot.
Engines, gearbox and all-wheel drive
| Version | Fuel | Power | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|
| D150 | 2.0 diesel | 110 kW (150 PS) | Front-wheel drive |
| D180 | 2.0 diesel, 48 V mild hybrid | 132 kW (180 PS) | AWD |
| D240 | 2.0 diesel, 48 V mild hybrid | 177 kW (240 PS) | AWD |
| P200 | 2.0 petrol, 48 V mild hybrid | 147 kW (200 PS) | AWD |
| P250 | 2.0 petrol, 48 V mild hybrid | 184 kW (250 PS) | AWD |
| P300 | 2.0 petrol, 48 V mild hybrid | 221 kW (300 PS) | AWD |
| P300e | 1.5 three-cylinder petrol plug-in hybrid | 227 kW (309 PS), 540 Nm | AWD (electric rear axle) |
All launch engines use a nine-speed automatic. The P300e pairs a 1.5-litre three-cylinder Ingenium engine with a rear electric motor and a 15 kWh battery for up to 66 km of electric range. Some countries also had a 1.5-litre P160.
According to the old 1cars text, the standard all-wheel-drive system uses a multi-plate clutch, while Active Driveline can disconnect the rear axle completely and reconnect it within 300 milliseconds.
Size, plants and versions
| Dimension | Evoque L551 | Long-wheelbase (China) |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,371 mm | 4,531 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,681 mm | 2,841 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,787–1,955 kg | 2,005–2,010 kg |
Production is at Halewood in England, with assembly in India and Brazil. A long-wheelbase version was built in China from 2021 to 2026, and the car was updated in 2023. Boot space of its rivals is compared in the biggest-boot SUVs.
Evoque crash-test results
Euro NCAP tested the Evoque in 2019 and scored it 94% for adult occupants, 87% for child occupants, 72% for vulnerable road users and 73% for safety assist.
Verdict: rivals and which Evoque to choose
Rivals are the BMW X1, Audi Q3, Mercedes-Benz GLA and Volvo XC40, plus the roomier Discovery Sport. It wins on style and cabin quality rather than space. The P300e suits drivers who charge at home and cover short trips; a D180 or P200 is better for long distances. Compare any two in the comparison tool; the brand's story is in the history of Land Rover.
FAQ
When did the second-generation Range Rover Evoque come out?
Land Rover revealed it in London on 22 November 2018, and deliveries began in spring 2019. The P300e plug-in hybrid followed about a year later.
What engines does the new Evoque have?
2.0 diesels with 110 to 177 kW (150 to 240 PS), 2.0 petrols with 147 to 221 kW (200 to 300 PS), mostly mild hybrids, and the P300e plug-in hybrid with 227 kW (309 PS).
Is there a three-door Evoque in the second generation?
No. The L551 is sold only as a five-door SUV, because the first generation's three-door sold poorly. The first-generation convertible was built until the 2018 model year.
How safe is the Range Rover Evoque L551?
In Euro NCAP's 2019 test it scored 94% for adult occupant protection, 87% for child occupants, 72% for vulnerable road users and 73% for safety assist systems.
