**The Range Rover Evoque: A Thrifty and Luxurious Option**

As we take a closer look at the Range Rover Evoque, it's clear that this car is a seductive option for those looking for a luxurious ride with impressive fuel economy. The Evoque is available in both four-wheel drive (4x4) and front-wheel drive (FWD) versions, with the FWD model being significantly lighter than its 4x4 counterpart. Weighing in at just 75 kilograms less, the FWD version still manages to deliver a luxurious interior experience, complete with premium materials and advanced technology features.

**On the Road: A Stable and Comfortable Ride**

Our test drive revealed that the Evoque's front-wheel drive layout provides a stable and comfortable ride, making it an ideal choice for those who don't plan on venturing off-road. The car's lighter weight and lower center of gravity make it feel ever so slightly sprightly to drive, with quick acceleration and responsive steering. On the move, we found the Evoque to be very relaxed and quiet, a testament to its comfortable suspension setup.

However, when taken out of its comfort zone, the Evoque's limitations become apparent. As our test driver, Victoria, soon discovered, the FWD layout makes her nervous about driving off-road. The car's performance in muddy terrain was not as impressive as expected, and it struggled to climb steep hills. While the 4x4 version would have performed significantly better, we were pleasantly surprised by how well the FWD Evoque coped with some gentle off-road challenges.

**A Test of Endurance: Off-Road Adventures**

Our test drive took an unexpected turn when Victoria, a self-proclaimed nervous driver, found herself facing her fears on the muddiest of terrain. As she struggled to navigate the Evoque through deep mud and steep hills, our team couldn't help but laugh at her predicament. Despite her initial panic, Victoria eventually came to terms with the car's capabilities, and we were impressed by its performance in more rugged conditions.

The real challenge arose when we attempted to reverse up a steep incline. Victoria's lack of experience behind the wheel made for an entertaining spectacle, as she frantically tried to get the car moving in reverse. Thankfully, our team was on hand to guide her through the process and eventually got the Evoque out of its muddy predicament.

**A Verdict: A Thrifty and Reliable Option**

Our test drive has given us a thorough understanding of the Range Rover Evoque's capabilities, both on and off-road. While it may not be the most impressive performer in muddy terrain, the FWD version's excellent fuel economy and lower price point make it an attractive option for those who don't need a 4x4 vehicle. Unless you plan to venture into extreme off-roading territory, the Evoque is a reliable and thrifty choice that won't break the bank.

In our team test score, we awarded the Range Rover Evoque two-wheel drive a rating of 24.5 out of 30. While it may not be perfect, this car's impressive fuel economy, luxurious interior, and comfortable ride make it an excellent choice for those looking for a reliable and affordable vehicle.

"WEBVTTKind: captionsLanguage: entime for the team test today the team tested the two-wheel drive Land Rover Evoque it's the first ever two-wheel drive Range Rover and a real sign of the times this evoke is all about fuel economy it does seven Martha gallon more than the four wheel drive version it costs from 29 to 37 thousand pounds about a grand cheaper than the 4x4 I still love this you know it's been out for a year but as seductive as ever in my opinion yeah it's true actually I do love it it still is a stunning today as it was when I first clapped eyes on it well this car is 75 kilograms lighter than the 4x4 version but bizarrely it's slower by always half a second to 62 miles an hour traction exactly so basically it's the most thrifty of all the Range Rovers on the inside as you'd expect it's just as luxurious as the 4x4 version my knees have just touched the back but the thing is also how you're both well over 10 6 feet yes you okay you're fantastic obviously this front wheel drive version is really for people that aren't gonna go off-road at all till it feels it's quite race little it's quite flat quite yeah picked a stable first impressions on the road are very good thanks mainly to the front wheel drive evokes lighter weight it feels ever so slightly sprightly ER to drive than the 4x4 hello I'm not sure how many people all drive it as quickly as Vicky we're calling about 90 miles an hour and it's this I feel very relaxed and it's very quiet and around the truck is it's really good I mean yeah you get a bit of body roll but I mean it's to be expected the ride is amazing on that car it's so comfortable on the move we've got no complaints at all about this cheaper lighter and more economical 2 wheel driver vote but what happens when you take it out of its comfort zone let's get muddy so it's a two-wheel drive car that doesn't go off-road and I'm a girl who really shouldn't go off-road so the combination was dynamite oh no I don't do this just look ladies and gentlemen our petrified cheers unfortunately our off-road test turned into more of a test of victoria's nerves and the actual capability of the car company now schedule I know oh are you really that scared yeah Wow I'm the mirror okay wise people sweaty Vicky to get into the water which wasn't that deep of course the Range Rover coped with it very easy go slow what happens if the water comes on the exhaust in it well but we go out of the water that we steep hill left here oh my god oh my god how steep is gonna go oh then showed the fact it's only front-wheel drive the throttle studies spinning madly Vicky's panic even more I want gear you it fast you don't give a little oh my god got a reverse now I forgot how petrified she is of driving off-road how I can't reverse what is ridiculous Lori don't give this on the throttle she can go on a truck at 150 no bother go sideways at 100 not a blink get it going four miles an hour off-road she absolutely turned into a simpering cabbage I'm living my nightmare why I'm living I'm so scared that's it get it up now our leader cutta cutta cutta cutta cutta okay Vicky cracked he's genuinely muffled to later dead moving like the legs going the planet veins in the head of cotton we got stuck halfway up and I cried now inside I can't stop we're going to his let's go right and tiffin Johnny laughed a lot funny once we got over Vicky sheer fear of driving off-road at five miles an hour we can concentrate on the Evoque what was it like and actually it perform much better than I thought it would it climbed a couple of hills very well now waiting at this time I know the 4x4 evoke would have done it a lot better so you know if you do live it somewhere hilly like that then do do go for the 4x4 lovely job done Terra Firma City despite a few tears Oh God uh-huh we were surprised by how well the two-wheel-drive Evoque coat offroad so unless you need a real mud plugger this versions extra fuel economy and cheaper price make it the one to go I'm gonna give you a vote to will drive manual an eight and a half out of ten I'm gonna give it 9 out of 10 I let me give it 7 which gives the Range Rover Evoque two wheel drive a team test score of 24 and a half out of 30 I'm doing a Honda loop 50 I'm getting a speeding ticket just hang on to a lovely great big G let's flick him oh my goodness I'm not gonna budgetime for the team test today the team tested the two-wheel drive Land Rover Evoque it's the first ever two-wheel drive Range Rover and a real sign of the times this evoke is all about fuel economy it does seven Martha gallon more than the four wheel drive version it costs from 29 to 37 thousand pounds about a grand cheaper than the 4x4 I still love this you know it's been out for a year but as seductive as ever in my opinion yeah it's true actually I do love it it still is a stunning today as it was when I first clapped eyes on it well this car is 75 kilograms lighter than the 4x4 version but bizarrely it's slower by always half a second to 62 miles an hour traction exactly so basically it's the most thrifty of all the Range Rovers on the inside as you'd expect it's just as luxurious as the 4x4 version my knees have just touched the back but the thing is also how you're both well over 10 6 feet yes you okay you're fantastic obviously this front wheel drive version is really for people that aren't gonna go off-road at all till it feels it's quite race little it's quite flat quite yeah picked a stable first impressions on the road are very good thanks mainly to the front wheel drive evokes lighter weight it feels ever so slightly sprightly ER to drive than the 4x4 hello I'm not sure how many people all drive it as quickly as Vicky we're calling about 90 miles an hour and it's this I feel very relaxed and it's very quiet and around the truck is it's really good I mean yeah you get a bit of body roll but I mean it's to be expected the ride is amazing on that car it's so comfortable on the move we've got no complaints at all about this cheaper lighter and more economical 2 wheel driver vote but what happens when you take it out of its comfort zone let's get muddy so it's a two-wheel drive car that doesn't go off-road and I'm a girl who really shouldn't go off-road so the combination was dynamite oh no I don't do this just look ladies and gentlemen our petrified cheers unfortunately our off-road test turned into more of a test of victoria's nerves and the actual capability of the car company now schedule I know oh are you really that scared yeah Wow I'm the mirror okay wise people sweaty Vicky to get into the water which wasn't that deep of course the Range Rover coped with it very easy go slow what happens if the water comes on the exhaust in it well but we go out of the water that we steep hill left here oh my god oh my god how steep is gonna go oh then showed the fact it's only front-wheel drive the throttle studies spinning madly Vicky's panic even more I want gear you it fast you don't give a little oh my god got a reverse now I forgot how petrified she is of driving off-road how I can't reverse what is ridiculous Lori don't give this on the throttle she can go on a truck at 150 no bother go sideways at 100 not a blink get it going four miles an hour off-road she absolutely turned into a simpering cabbage I'm living my nightmare why I'm living I'm so scared that's it get it up now our leader cutta cutta cutta cutta cutta okay Vicky cracked he's genuinely muffled to later dead moving like the legs going the planet veins in the head of cotton we got stuck halfway up and I cried now inside I can't stop we're going to his let's go right and tiffin Johnny laughed a lot funny once we got over Vicky sheer fear of driving off-road at five miles an hour we can concentrate on the Evoque what was it like and actually it perform much better than I thought it would it climbed a couple of hills very well now waiting at this time I know the 4x4 evoke would have done it a lot better so you know if you do live it somewhere hilly like that then do do go for the 4x4 lovely job done Terra Firma City despite a few tears Oh God uh-huh we were surprised by how well the two-wheel-drive Evoque coat offroad so unless you need a real mud plugger this versions extra fuel economy and cheaper price make it the one to go I'm gonna give you a vote to will drive manual an eight and a half out of ten I'm gonna give it 9 out of 10 I let me give it 7 which gives the Range Rover Evoque two wheel drive a team test score of 24 and a half out of 30 I'm doing a Honda loop 50 I'm getting a speeding ticket just hang on to a lovely great big G let's flick him oh my goodness I'm not gonna budge\n"