64 | July 2012 | woman this month Showcase A New Crossover Era EUROMOTORS It is the smallest and lightest Range Rover ever, but the all new Evoque is big where it counts! First things first; drive around town with this car and you will surely turn heads wherever you go. After a very high profile launch last year, we at Woman This Month magazine couldn’t wait to see if all the hype was true. After taking the “mini-SUV” for a spin, it is safe to say that we have officially boarded the Evoque bandwagon! Coming in two distinct body styles — a coupé and a five door — the stylish exterior is miles ahead of most in the same segment. In fact, it is in a class of its own. The front exterior boasts the signature clamshell bonnet, floating roof and the prepared-for-anything “wheel at each corner” stance. But, the new dramatic beltline running through the length of the vehicle, coupled with a two bar grille and distinctive headlamps, makes for one unique car on the road. Targeting a more youthful customer base, the Evoque has so far been very popular with female drivers; and rightly so. Although compact, it is still a Range, so as expected, the interior oozes luxury. The cabin glistens with high-tech features; among which is the rotary shifter, which rises from the console to “greet” the driver. Technology was obviously at centre stage when Range was designing the Evoque; the split-screen centre console display allows passengers to watch television, while the driver can see the menu display on the same screen. Keeping you connected, you have the choice of Bluetooth streaming, as well as USB/ iPod ports for hands-free phone operations. The surround camera comprises of five cameras to give the driver a complete 360 scan of the surroundings. Overhead, a full sized panoramic glass sunroof spans the entire cabin. If you are still not comfortable, why not set the mood with the Evoque’s ambient interior LED mood lighting? Yes, you heard us, you can choose from five interior lighting colours to suit your mood. Of course, as expected from the Range, the luxury doesn’t stop there. As soon as you unlock your Evoque, the vehicle illuminates puddle lamps that project the unique Range Rover signature graphic on to the ground. On the road, the driving experience is rewarding. Smooth and stable on the highway, the Evoque somehow retains the sophistication of the higher priced Range Rovers, while giving you a fun drive. The light weight crossover is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-litre 4-cylinder engine, making it the most fuel efficient car to come from Land Rover. Another nod to eco-friendliness, the high end leather and real wood interiors are also accompanied by recycled materials. The Range Rover Evoque comes in three distinct derivatives — Pure, Dynamic and Prestige — each one offering an array of choices and technology. Call 17 750-750. 2012 Range Rover Evoque
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