2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque — Full Specifications
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The 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is an SUV powered by a 2L 4-cyl turbo premium gasoline engine. It returns around 26 mpg (UK) / 22 mpg (US EPA) combined. Owners often keep a Land Rover Range Rover Evoque workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Related listing: see also the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover page for the base Range Rover listing, which may cover additional engines and body styles.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 2L 4-cyl turbo |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic 6-spd |
| Fuel Type | Premium Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | 4-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | SUV |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 26 combined / 22 urban / 32 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 22 combined / 18 city / 27 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 251 g/km |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $3,750 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 1 configuration for the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, all with the 2L 4-cyl turbo engine. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 26 | 22 (18/27) | 251 | $3,750 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
Owner Essentials for the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
Running Costs: 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque at 26 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,399 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $3,750 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
No NHTSA crash-test rating is on record for this model year. The NHTSA rates only a subset of vehicles each year; you can browse every rated vehicle on our NHTSA Safety Ratings hub.
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns that include the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Air bags (2), Service brakes (1), Visibility (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Air bags — campaign 18V015000, reported 8 January 2018. Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Air bags — campaign 17V015000, reported 10 January 2017. Risk: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Service brakes — campaign 15V039000, reported 27 January 2015. Risk: If one or both of the flexible brake hoses fails, the vehicle may require a longer distance to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Visibility — campaign 12V485000, reported 4 October 2012. Risk: In the event of a crash, the windshield may come loose from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury to the vehicle's occupants.
Owners have filed 75 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. The most-reported areas are Engine (21), Power train (11), Service brakes (10). Complaints include 3 reported crashes, 2 reported fires, 1 reported injury. That is well above the median of 47 complaints across the 11 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Engine (21 owner complaints) — Listen for unusual noise on a cold start, check for warning lights and ask for the service records.
- Brakes (1 recall campaign · 10 owner complaints) — Brake firmly from speed and look for pulling, vibration or a soft pedal; ask for brake service history.
- Air bags (2 recall campaigns) — Confirm any air bag inflator or module recalls were completed — enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Transmission & drivetrain (11 owner complaints) — On the test drive, watch for hesitation, jerking or slipping between gears and ask for transmission service history.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque compare to similar SUVs? SUVs in our database average around 27 mpg (UK) combined — this model sits close to that average, within 1 mpg. This comparison is based on 1824 SUVs in our dataset.
At 26 mpg (UK) combined it sits close to the 25 mpg average for Land Rover models in our database. Its 251 g/km CO₂ figure is 27 g/km lower than the 278 g/km Land Rover average.
Of the 12 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque model years we cover, the 2012 ranks 6th for combined fuel economy on its best configuration (26 mpg UK combined, against a high of 29 mpg). See every Land Rover Range Rover Evoque year side by side.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque have?
It's fitted with a 2L 4-cyl turbo premium gasoline engine, paired with a automatic 6-spd transmission.
What is the fuel economy of the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque?
The most efficient configuration returns around 26 mpg (UK) combined, or 22 mpg on the US EPA cycle.
How much does the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $3,750 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns that include the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Air bags (2), Service brakes (1), Visibility (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque?
Among the 75 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Engine (21 complaints), Power train (11 complaints), Service brakes (10 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
Is the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque's fuel economy good for an SUV?
It returns around 26 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 27 mpg among the SUVs we track.