New Evoque Shapes Up

Exclusive images preview evolutionary look for Mk2 Rangie

Increase in wheelbase likely for three-door, five-door, cabrio

- John McIlroy

THE Range Rover Evoque is a car that defined a generation of small SUVs and a key part of a golden era in the history of Land Rover. Now the British firm is gearing up to deliver the second generation of the car, due at the start of 2019.

Engineers and designers are working on an evolution of a model that has sold well over 600,000 examples since its launch in 2011. They’re aiming to offer better connectivity and more scope for personalisation, along with greater efficiency and a bit more practicality.

What they’re not going to do is radically alter the styling, which has kept the existing car looking fresh and appealing throughout its six years. However, as previewed in our exclusive images, the distinctive front-end design will get new headlamps with the option of all-LED lighting, nudging the Evoque’s facial features towards those of the recently launched Range Rover Velar.

Distinctive