adicutza2007 · May 18, 2024

Hi everyone. I am new here and have read some good topics and advice already. But my question is simple: EVOQUE yes or no?
I am considering buying this car and have heard so many negative comments about it... Please help me make a decision... It is my dream car. I just love it.
Things to consider:
I love the car (already mentioned 100 times)
I will not drive long miles everyday as I live 20 min away from my workplace
I am thinking about petrol - is this wrong?
I have been driving for 18 years now so hopefully that will count in terms of insurance.

Thank you!

gstuart · May 18, 2024

Hi

If I may , I Think the first thing to consider is insurance as they are very high up in getting nicked

Know jlr are rolling out a software update for land rovers 2016 onwards , alas don’t know what the time period is for this update m suppose to stop relay theft

Also heard a lot of bad things about them , ie engines failing etc , may I ask what county are in and what kind of budget do u have plse

Personally never considered them as a real Range Rover but of course everyone has there own personal choice

Indeed looks like a petrol may be better over a diesel seeing short journeys can block up DPF where they can’t regen if they can’t get up to temperature

kermit_rr · May 18, 2024

Never had one and never want one. If it ticks all the boxes and you can afford it (insurance, repair bills etc) then the decision is made. get the best example you can that's available.
I would go for petrol every time, but I'm a petrolhead. I don't like diesesed cars!
Private sale or dealer? I think i would go private next time and use the money saved on the inevitable 'hidden' repairs, or pay for a 3rd party warranty

gstuart · May 18, 2024

Plus 1 ^^^^^

also if ur not mechanically minded plse get a full inspection done along with a decent warranty, ensuring it covers the engine gearbox etc in the small print

Anaconda · May 18, 2024

Range Rover products, in my mind, give what people seem to like in a superficial way.
Looks nice/modern inside and out so make you feel good.
Have it for three years and give it back and get another one.
I would suggest a full warranty is needed on any modern car.
If you can afford to lose the money then why not?

Datatek · May 18, 2024

Each to their own when it comes to choice of vehicle. Given JLR's terrible reputation for reliability, the head needs to overrule the heart unless you are prepared for the problems. Really you need to keep a second car for when the Evoque is being fixed.

pwood999 · May 18, 2024

My mates wife had one for a while. She liked driving it, but got rid because there was only room for very small kids in the back seat, and the boot was tiny. They couldn't even get two standard holiday suitcases in there.

R-Two-D2 · May 18, 2024

My mate has a 2016 petrol Evoque auto & likes it - main surprise was when he took it to the local landrover specialist, they said his was the first petrol one they'd seen....

saxavordian · May 18, 2024

Western Slope Rover · May 18, 2024

If you have more money than sense, certainly get one.

If you are a rational being, hell no!

norseman · May 18, 2024

I was going to suggest psychiatric help, but that could be considered offensive

Nothing like doing your homework & as already suggested speak to your insurance broker.

Graculus · May 18, 2024

It very much depends what age of vehicle you're considering, for your usage I'd say petrol is the best option, they are nice to drive and handle poor road conditions better than most vehicles of a similar size and target market. If I were spending my own money, I'd buy one over any equivalent German vehicle every time.

resto_d1 · May 18, 2024

gstuart · May 18, 2024

resto_d1 said:
No

Ah, but is that a No or a No no , seeing he may be going out or out out

freelance · May 18, 2024

If you want it , buy it , simples ! The wife’s petrol one is quick, and handles like a mini on steroids! It’s rather fun

RangeRoller dt · May 18, 2024

For me it is a straight NO every time but that’s my personal preference. I would much rather an FL2 for numerous reasons YET, it would seem for you is perhaps a YES.

If you want a RR get a RR instead

It has the LR badge so is likely to breakdown and cost money, more so with the RR badge retrofitted. but if you change your mind, given it’s current popularity with non-landroverers, it won’t be hard to sell on.

Whatever your decision if you go with anything wearing a LR badge we will do our very best to help you on your adventure.

adicutza2007 · May 19, 2024

norseman said:
I was going to suggest psychiatric help, but that could be considered offensive

Nothing like doing your homework & as already suggested speak to your insurance broker.

That's no way to speak to a lady... good that you recover quick. This is why I asked here, and on some random forum. Doing my homework

adicutza2007 · May 19, 2024

Thank you for your answers everyone. FYI, a lady here and you probably considered this after me saying I really like the car (which I do) but as my husband said "seek advice from others, so you don't think I am against you"

Keep your answers coming as I am now in two minds already

Datatek · May 19, 2024

adicutza2007 said:
Thank you for your answers everyone. FYI, a lady here and you probably considered this after me saying I really like the car (which I do) but as my husband said "seek advice from others, so you don't think I am against you"
Keep your answers coming as I am now in two minds already

To me, the Evoque is an image car, it lacks the practicality of the Freelander for example as it has little boot space and I believe not much rear passenger space. Personally, I would prefer an FL2 or even a Toyota RAV.

NorfolkBird · May 19, 2024

For the money you can get something more reliable.
As others have said, it's all about the image, you can buy far more useful and practical cars. But if you like to be one of the thousands you see everywhere you go and you have the money to keep it on the road, go for it.

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