The 2.0-litre TD4 boasts 180PS and will cover 0-62mph in less than 10 seconds, while the advertised 49.6mpg means trips between fuel stops should be relatively long. The 2.0 Si4 petrol with 240PS improves performance further and covers 0-62mph in 8.6 seconds – but isn't very efficient, with a claimed 32.8mpg. Unfortunately the nine-speed automatic gearbox is the weak link in the package, with its doddering nature resulting in forced gear changes that unsettle the rhythm of the engine. The engine range consists of one petrol and one diesel, with the latter providing the best balance between performance and economy. Both of the four-cylinder engines drive well, with lots of torque and low levels of noise reaching the cabin. The boot is also narrow and small, which means it will struggle to accommodate anything larger than a flight bag. Everyday practicality is limited, compared to the hard-top Evoque, with poor levels of head and legroom in the back. The Range Rover Evoque Convertible is based on the three-door coupe, but commands a considerable premium to buy new, with prices starting close to £50,000. However, while the Evoque Convertible is striking to look at and genuinely good to drive, its novelty value is outweighed by some serious shortcomings. Given the popularity of the Range Rover Evoque, it’s perhaps understandable that Land Rover has looked to capitalise on its success by adding a stylish soft-top to the range.
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