Looking to replace Q5 with Evoque
Discussion
I'm looking to replace the wives Q5 with slightly smaller SUV as kids now gone to Uni. Would like to buy British if possible, but Q5 as been an excellent car, meaning my head says Q3. For now I'm looking only at Evoque, may look at Jag option after test driving Evoque.
Key questions I have are to go for either D180 or P250, which should be enough power but appreciate feedback (not for towing).
I do also want the AWD, but note there is a lack of manual options, very unsure on automatic seems one of the negatives in reviews, are more manuals planned for future?
Any other guidance welcome.
Key questions I have are to go for either D180 or P250, which should be enough power but appreciate feedback (not for towing).
I do also want the AWD, but note there is a lack of manual options, very unsure on automatic seems one of the negatives in reviews, are more manuals planned for future?
Any other guidance welcome.
The 2.0 lite petrol is a nice engine, I have the 300bhp version in a D5 and it’s certainly no slouch even in something of that size!
It actually brings a level of refinement that the 2.0 Diesel engine really misses, lovely and smooth and none of the nasty vibrations you get from the 4 cylinder diesel. A little bit of lag from a standstill but not as bad as the diesel and using the paddles it’s as responsive as you’d need. I’m sure the Evoque is just as well insulated for sound and vibration so I’d expect it to be just as good. I came from the 3.0 diesel V6 and prefer the 4-pot petrol. I don’t enjoy the fuel economy, however!
Not sure why you’d want a manual in a car like this though. The 8 speed auto is really good and suits the style of all the Land Rover range, maybe except the low-spec Disco Sports.
My experience of Evoques is limited to them as courtesy cars and I’ve always quite enjoyed them, the weak spot being the 4 cylinder Diesel engines, but that’s not unique to Land Rovers. Definitely a nicer place to sit than a Q3, although I’ve only been a passenger in a Q3 (and didn’t like it).
It actually brings a level of refinement that the 2.0 Diesel engine really misses, lovely and smooth and none of the nasty vibrations you get from the 4 cylinder diesel. A little bit of lag from a standstill but not as bad as the diesel and using the paddles it’s as responsive as you’d need. I’m sure the Evoque is just as well insulated for sound and vibration so I’d expect it to be just as good. I came from the 3.0 diesel V6 and prefer the 4-pot petrol. I don’t enjoy the fuel economy, however!
Not sure why you’d want a manual in a car like this though. The 8 speed auto is really good and suits the style of all the Land Rover range, maybe except the low-spec Disco Sports.
My experience of Evoques is limited to them as courtesy cars and I’ve always quite enjoyed them, the weak spot being the 4 cylinder Diesel engines, but that’s not unique to Land Rovers. Definitely a nicer place to sit than a Q3, although I’ve only been a passenger in a Q3 (and didn’t like it).
Thanks Chaps for feedback, much appreciated. I think I now need to test drive with automatic gearbox and see how it feels. Right now I believe the P250 should be enough, only expect 6-7,000 miles a year as use my car for road trips. This car tends to be more winter use and a few trips up and down the motorway. Given Land Rover pedigree, I'm expecting this to be more of a match or similar to Quattro system. Audi always moved in the snow, never got stuck but could slide on corners due to weight and wide tyres when pushing it a bit.
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