Used Range Rover Evoque 2019-present reliability review
The second-generation Range Rover Evoque is desirable, refined and well-equipped. Its reliability record has been an issue in the past, though.
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George Hill
Updated: 19 August 2025
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What should I look for in a used Land Rover Range Rover Evoque?
When viewing a used car, always follow our used car buying checklist.
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Although most people use their Range Rover Evoque for school runs and commuting, some might have taken theirs off road; it is a Land Rover, after all. So, have a look underneath for evidence of off-road damage such as dented panels, caked-on mud or broken bits of plastic.
Many will be available for sale through the Land Rover Approved Used scheme and should still look like new. Nevertheless, you ought to carry out the obvious checks for dents, scratches and kerb damage. Make sure the infotainment system works and has been updated to the latest software (the Pivi system allows over-the-air updates, so there shouldn't be any need to visit the dealer to complete this). Also inspect seats and carpeting for scuffs and stains.
As with any used car, make sure the Evoque you're looking at has a full service history with maintenance carried out at the scheduled intervals. This is because Land Rover's four-cylinder engines are known to have issues with the timing chain if the engine is not properly maintained. If the timing chain is faulty, you'll hear a rattling or knocking noise from the engine, especially on start-up when the engine is cold.
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What are the most common problems with a used Land Rover Range Rover Evoque?
At the time of writing, the Evoque has five recalls listed. To check whether they have affected your car, you can contact your local Land Rover dealer. You will not need to pay for anything involving the recall.
Reason for recall
The indicated fuel level may be inaccurate.
How the manufacturer will repair: The fuel sender arm and wiring will be checked and fitted with an additional retainer.
Number of affected vehicles: 1834
Date of recall: 26/03/2019
Reason for recall
The front or rear windscreen washer system may fail should the system be operated in freezing or blocked conditions.
How the manufacturer will repair: Update fuse and replace junction box lid. Insert supplement in handbook
Number of affected vehicles: 6387
Date of recall: 28/08/2019
Reason for recall
The Telematics Service Delivery Platform has incorrectly configured the in-vehicle eCall phone number.
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How the manufacturer will repair: Update the Telematics Service Delivery Platform.
Number of affected vehicles: 23,127
Date of recall: 28/02/2020
Reason for recall
An electrical overload event in the 48Volt (V) electrical system may cause a failure of the Metal Oxide Semiconductor Field Effect Transistor.
How the manufacturer will repair: The vehicles will be updated with the latest software which mitigates the electrical failure condition.
Number of affected vehicles: 45,275
Date of recall: 13/11/2020
Reason for recall
The front seat material does not meet burn rate regulations.
How the manufacturer will repair: Replace the seat covering on the front seats.
Number of affected vehicles: 55
Date of recall: 10/02/2021
For more information on official recalls please check here.
Is a used Land Rover Range Rover Evoque reliable?
The Range Rover Evoque didn’t fare well in the most recent What Car? Reliability Survey, finishing 52nd out of 76 cars in the family SUV category with a score of 90.5%. This is a slight improvement from the year before and a better score than the previous generation 2011-2019 Range Rover Evoque.
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Land Rover as a brand came in a poor 26th place out of 30 manufacturers with an overall score of 90.1%. That placed it above Alfa Romeo, Nissan and Vauxhall, but below nearly all of its closest rivals.
Check out the full list of brands here.
Used Land Rover Evoque reliability: the owners' view
In our latest Reliability Survey, Range Rover Evoque owners across petrol, diesel and hybrid models said they had experienced patchy reliability and inconsistent dealer service.
Several owners reported issues with the infotainment system, including screen freezing and faulty connectivity, often requiring multiple visits to resolve. Warning lights for the engine and electrical faults were also commonly mentioned, with some problems taking weeks to diagnose and fix.
One owner had a hybrid model spend over a month at a dealership awaiting parts, highlighting frustrations with long repair times. Others mentioned recurring faults that reappeared after supposedly being fixed. Some praised dealers for being helpful and providing courtesy cars, but this was not universal – others experienced slow responses, poor communication and delays in booking appointments.
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Overall, while some owners had trouble-free experiences, a notable number reported reliability concerns and less-than-satisfactory dealer support when things went wrong.
If you would like to see the full reliability list, head to the What Car? Reliability Survey pages for more information.
To take part in our annual reliability survey with your car, please follow the link here
Tips & Advice
Choose the right breakdown cover
You may already have a breakdown policy through your home insurance or new-car warranty so check to avoid paying twice
Make sure you have warranty cover
New cars usually have warranties that last between three and seven years that can help cover the cost of mechanical faults. But this protection can last longer with an extended warranty
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About the writer
Name: George Hill
Title: Used car writer
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George Hill first joined the What Car? team as a staff writer in 2021, before becoming a used car writer in 2024 and a reviewer in 2026. In his current role he writes new car reviews for What Car? magazine and whatcar.com.
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