“The Evoque is a good handling SUV. The quality level of the interior is very impressive. The four cylinder engine is the best four I have driven and the overall quality of this car is very impressive.”
2016 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is a mid-cycle refresh led by revised exterior styling. It is a meaningful update rather than a full redesign, with cabin technology and the U.S. trim lineup also revised.
About the 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
1st generation (2012-2018), mid-cycle refresh year
Land Rover positions the Evoque as the style-led compact Range Rover: a small luxury SUV that blends a dramatic design, premium cabin feel, and true Land Rover all-wheel-drive capability in a city-friendly footprint. Its core appeal is that it looks and feels more fashion-forward than many rivals, but still offers Terrain Response, strong bad-weather confidence, and the elevated seating position buyers want from a premium SUV.
The 2016 lineup runs from the straightforward SE to the more comfort-focused HSE and sport-styled HSE Dynamic, while the limited-availability Autobiography sits at the top. SE Premium adds navigation and Meridian audio, HSE Dynamic has an adaptive suspension, and Autobiography stands out with massaging front seats, full Oxford leather, and a 17-speaker Meridian sound system.
What changed, by category
Styling
Land Rover revised the front and rear bumpers, grille designs, lighting signatures, and tailgate spoiler. Inside, the Evoque received new seats, new door panels, and an updated instrument cluster.
Tech
A new infotainment system centered on an 8-inch touchscreen replaced the previous setup.
Safety
The range gained expanded driver-assistance technology, although much of it was optional rather than standard across every trim.
Trim lineup
SE and HSE joined the U.S. lineup, while Pure, Pure Plus, and Prestige were dropped. Dynamic was renamed HSE Dynamic, and Pure Premium was renamed SE Premium. Autobiography continued at the top in limited availability.
2016 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 9-Spd w/Sport Mode | Auto, 9-Spd w/Sport Mode | Auto, 9-Spd w/Sport Mode | Auto, 9-Spd w/Sport Mode | Auto, 9-Spd w/Sport Mode |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 21 mpg | 21 mpg | 21 mpg | 21 mpg | 21 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 30 mpg | 30 mpg | 30 mpg | 30 mpg | 30 mpg |
| Horsepower | 240 hp | 240 hp | 240 hp | 240 hp | 240 hp |
| Torque | 250 lb-ft | 250 lb-ft | 250 lb-ft | 250 lb-ft | 250 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 3500 lb | 3500 lb | 3500 lb | 3500 lb | 3500 lb |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 2–4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||||
| Adaptive Headlights | |||||
| Alarm System | |||||
| Automatic High Beams | |||||
| Automatic Leveling Headlights | |||||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||||
| Active Lane Keep Assistance | |||||
| Park Assist | |||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||
| 360 Camera | |||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||
| Fog Lights | |||||
| HID Headlights | |||||
| LED Headlights | |||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||||
| Power Close Liftgate/Trunk | |||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||
| Built-In Hard Drive | |||||
| Navigation System | |||||
| Premium Audio | |||||
| Rear DVD Entertainment System | |||||
| Smartphone Interface | |||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | |||||
| Cooled Seats | |||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||
| Heated Rear Seats | |||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||||
| Leather Seats | |||||
| Massage Front Seat | |||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||||
| Wood Interior Trim | |||||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2016 Range Rover Evoque a full redesign?
No. The 2016 Evoque is a mid-cycle refresh of the first generation, not a ground-up redesign. Its main updates are revised exterior styling, refreshed interior pieces, a new infotainment setup, and reorganized trim names.
How did the 2016 Range Rover Evoque trim lineup change?
The trim lineup was substantially reorganized. SE and HSE joined, while Pure, Pure Plus, and Prestige were dropped. Dynamic became HSE Dynamic, and Pure Premium became SE Premium. Autobiography sat at the top in limited availability.
What technology changed in the 2016 Range Rover Evoque?
The main technology change is a new infotainment system built around an 8-inch touchscreen. The cabin also received an updated instrument cluster, and the range gained expanded driver-assistance technology.
Did the 2016 Range Rover Evoque refresh change the engine?
No lineup-wide engine change accompanied the refresh. Every listed 2016 trim uses a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with a nine-speed automatic transmission and four-wheel drive.
Was blind-spot monitoring standard on every 2016 Range Rover Evoque?
No. Blind-spot monitoring was not standard across the entire lineup. It was included on HSE, HSE Dynamic, and Autobiography, together with rear cross-traffic detection and closing-vehicle sensing.
2016 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque.
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2016 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
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“It provides a very smooth ride and very economical with all the newest technology.”
“It is a good, reliable vehicle. Yes -- you can see out of the rear window. Great performance”