Although it comes under the broader brand umbrella of Land Rover, the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is very much a Range Rover, majoring on swish looks and an upmarket feel rather than its qualities as a rugged workhorse. And that’s a good thing, too, because the Evoque isn’t exactly the most practical of cars, especially when it comes to space for rear passengers. But provided practicality isn’t first on your list of priorities, the Evoque represents an excellent entry point into Range Rover ownership – just be aware that reliability isn’t the Evoque’s best quality.

Strengths:

An affordable route to Range Rover ownership
Styling still looks fresh after more than a decade
Good to drive on all surfaces

Weaknesses:

Convertible is not as good to drive as the hard top
Surprisingly small in the back for a car of this size
Reliability is iffy, so prepare for some unexpected bills

Is the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque better than the 2012 BMW X1?

The 2012 BMW X1 isn’t the best example of a BMW SUV, but it’s still a refined, classy and enjoyable SUV to drive. That said, the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is almost as good to drive, and it looks and feels rather more glamorous than the X1.