Range Rover Evoque 2014 Model Announcement | Range Rover
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April 3, 2015

Range Rover Evoque 2014 Model Announcement | Range Rover


Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
Equipped with the first 9-speed automatic transmission in a passenger car


Range Rover Evoque 2014 Model Announced


Jaguar Land Rover Japan has announced the compact premium SUV "Range Rover Evoque"Minor change to the 2014 modelThe world's first 9-speed automatic transmission for passenger cars will be installed.



Text by YANAKA Tomomi



Instant switching between front-wheel drive and four-wheel drive introduced on all models


Two years ago at the Tokyo Motor Showat theJapan PremiereThe "Evoque," which garnered attention at its Japan premiere and is about to mark its second anniversary since launch. Its sophisticated style and all-terrain capability have earned it numerous international awards, and it has achieved over 170,000 sales in 18 months. The 2014 model continues to feature the 2-liter inline 4-cylinder turbocharged engine. In addition to incorporating the latest technology, new exterior option packages will also be available.


The biggest feature of the 2014 model is the adoption of the newly developed 9-speed automatic transmission from automotive parts manufacturer ZF, a first for passenger cars. With the increase from the previous 6-speed to 9-speed, fuel efficiency has improved from 9.0 km/l to 10.6 km/l in the JC08 mode, and CO2 emissions have been reduced by 19 percent. Furthermore, the smaller gear ratios in each step improve acceleration response and contribute to reduced shift shock and a more refined driving experience.



Land Rover Range Rover Evoque

Land Rover Range Rover Evoque


The "4WD Active DriveIn," which disconnects power to the rear wheels during stable driving for front-wheel drive, is also standard on all models. In addition to contributing to improved fuel efficiency, it can discern the necessary situation and engage within an instantaneous 300 milliseconds. Furthermore, "Torque Vectoring," which utilizes electronic differential and brakes, is also standard on all models. It controls torque distribution between the four wheels during cornering, suppresses understeer, and enhances agility and safety.


In addition, driver assistance features such as "Park Assist," which detects parking spaces and automatically operates the steering, and the quintessentially Range Rover "Wade Sensing," which measures water depth and warns the driver, are available as options.


The exterior gains three new alloy wheel designs. A Black Design Pack is also offered as an option for the bold and sporty "Dynamic" model.




Spec



Range Rover Evoque
Body Size | Length 4,355 x Width 1,900 x Height 1,635 mm
Weight | 1,790 kg
Engine | 1,998 cc Inline 4-cylinder DOHC Turbocharger
Maximum Output | 177 kW (240 ps) / 5,500 rpm
Maximum Torque | 340 Nm (34.7 kgm) / 1,750 rpm
Transmission | 9-speed automatic (with CommandShift)
Drivetrain | 4WD
Tires Front/Rear | (Pure) 225/65R17 (Prestage) 235/55R19
Brakes Front/Rear | Ventilated Disc / Solid Disc
Suspension Type Front | MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type Rear | Link Strut
Fuel Economy (JC08 Mode) | 10.6 km/ℓ
Price | (Pure) 4.6 million yen (Prestage) 5.88 million yen


Range Rover Evoque Coupe
Body Size | Length 4,355 x Width 1,900 x Height 1,605 mm
Weight | 1,760 kg
Engine | 1,998 cc Inline 4-cylinder DOHC Turbocharger
Maximum Output | 177 kW (240 ps) / 5,500 rpm
Maximum Torque | 340 Nm (34.7 kgm) / 1,750 rpm
Transmission | 9-speed automatic (with CommandShift)
Drivetrain | 4WD
Tires Front/Rear | (Pure) 225/65R17 (Dynamic) 245/45R20
Brakes Front/Rear | Ventilated Disc / Solid Disc
Suspension Type Front | MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type Rear | Link Strut
Fuel Economy (JC08 Mode) | 10.7 km/ℓ
Price | (Pure) 4.8 million yen (Prestage) 6.08 million yen


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