‑ Bold new Range Rover Evoque Convertible is the world's first luxury compact SUV convertible
‑ Exclusive film captures final stage of testing at Land Rover's challenging all‑terrain proving ground
‑ Full suite of advanced on‑ and off‑road technologies showcased
‑ The Convertible for all Seasons will be revealed in November and on sale Spring 2016
(WHITLEY, U.K.) ‑ October 4, 2015 ‑ The All‑New Range Rover Evoque Convertible will be the most capable convertible in the world when it debuts in November after completing Land Rover's punishing development and testing program with flying colors.
Hot on the heels of last week's London takeover, where six full‑scale wireframe sculptures showcased Evoque Convertible's elegant design at a series of iconic locations, Land Rover has released a film showcasing its all‑terrain credentials.
The footage, released today, shows the world's first luxury compact SUV convertible completing the final phase of testing at Land Rover's legendary Eastnor Castle estate, in Herefordshire, UK. The film demonstrates how Land Rover's engineers have rigorously tested the four‑wheel drive Convertible to ensure it delivers customary all‑terrain capability.
Mike Cross, Land Rover Chief Engineer, Vehicle Integrity, said, "Land Rover prides itself on being a class leader when it comes to all‑terrain capability and the Evoque Convertible is no different. Thanks to a combination of innovative engineering and the application of advanced technologies, Evoque Convertible will deliver a dynamic and assured SUV experience that has been tested around the world. We call it 'The Convertible for all Seasons'."
Land Rover confirmed plans to launch a highly desirable convertible derivative of its multi award‑winning Range Rover Evoque at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2015. The bold addition to the range has just completed its extensive development program and continues Land Rover's tradition for creating and leading new market segments.
Travelling the globe, Evoque Convertible has proved its capability and durability in a series of demanding tests before undergoing final sign‑off at the famous Eastnor Castle Estate, where all Range Rovers have been put through their paces for the last 45 years.
Launching in November and making its public debut at the Los Angeles International Auto Show, Evoque Convertible will be on sale in key markets from Spring 2016.
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About Land Rover
Land Rover, the British maker of Land Rover and Range Rover sport utility vehicles, is renowned for providing its clientele with some of the most luxurious and capable vehicles in the world. Every Land Rover vehicle is equally at home both on and off road, and in any setting; be it in the heart of the city, or traversing the countryside. Today's Land Rover lineup includes the Discovery Sport, Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Range Rover Evoque and LR4 (Discovery 4). Land Rover designs, engineers, and manufactures their vehicles in the United Kingdom. Land Rover is fully engaged with sustainability initiatives and social concerns with continuous involvement in environmental and community programs. For more information visit the official Land Rover website at http://www.landroverusa.com.
About Jaguar Land Rover
• The United States is one of the leading global markets for both Jaguar and Land Rover
• Jaguar Land Rover employs 32,000 people and sells vehicles in 170 countries around the world
• Jaguar Land Rover has two state of the art engineering and design facilities and four advanced manufacturing plants in the UK
• Headquartered in Mahwah, New Jersey in the United States, Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC has offices across the USA
• Jaguar Land Rover is represented by more than 330 independently operated retail outletsin the USA
