2013 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque

The 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is a compact luxury SUV known for its stylish design and off-road capability. For the 2013 model year, it primarily featured a 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 engine producing 240 horsepower and 250 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Owners often appreciate the Evoque’s distinctive looks, upscale interior, and nimble handling. Common dislikes include the somewhat cramped rear seating, the complexity of the infotainment system, and concerns about reliability and repair costs.

Engine

2.0L Turbocharged Inline-4 (Si4)

• Excessive Oil Consumption
  • Description/Symptoms: Some owners have reported experiencing excessive oil consumption, requiring frequent top-offs between oil changes. This can sometimes be linked to issues with piston rings or valve seals.
  • Solution: A thorough inspection is needed to determine the cause. Depending on the severity, the solution may involve replacing piston rings, valve seals, or potentially the entire engine in severe cases.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $6,000+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Timing Chain Issues
  • Description/Symptoms: Stretching or failure of the timing chain, leading to engine noise (rattling, especially on startup), reduced engine performance, and potential engine damage if left unaddressed.
  • Solution: Replacement of the timing chain, tensioner, and related components.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $3,000+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Turbocharger Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Loss of power, unusual noises from the engine (whining or screeching), and potentially the check engine light illuminating.
  • Solution: Replacement of the turbocharger.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $4,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

6-Speed Automatic (Aisin AWF21)

• Harsh Shifting/Hesitation
  • Description/Symptoms: Rough or delayed shifting between gears, hesitation when accelerating, and potential clunking noises. This can sometimes be related to low transmission fluid, worn valve body components, or internal damage.
  • Solution: A transmission fluid flush and filter change may resolve minor issues. In more severe cases, valve body repair or replacement, or a complete transmission rebuild or replacement may be required.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 (fluid flush) - $5,000+ (transmission replacement)
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Premature Bushing Wear
  • Description/Symptoms: Clunking or rattling noises from the suspension, particularly when driving over bumps. Worn control arm bushings and sway bar bushings are common culprits.
  • Solution: Replacement of worn bushings or entire control arms.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Infotainment System Issues
  • Description/Symptoms: Freezing, lagging, black screen, random reboots, and issues with the navigation system.
  • Solution: Software updates may resolve some issues. In other cases, the infotainment unit may need to be replaced.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 (software update) - $1,500+ (replacement)
  • Recalls: None Found
• Battery Drain
  • Description/Symptoms: Premature battery failure, difficulty starting the vehicle, and various electrical malfunctions. This can be caused by parasitic drain from a faulty module or accessory.
  • Solution: Diagnose and repair the source of the parasitic drain. This may involve replacing a faulty module, fixing a wiring issue, or addressing an issue with an aftermarket accessory.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Power Window/Door Lock Malfunctions
  • Description/Symptoms: Intermittent or complete failure of power windows or door locks.
  • Solution: Replacement of faulty window motors, door lock actuators, or related wiring.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+ per window/door
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Panoramic Sunroof Leaks
  • Description/Symptoms: Water leaks into the cabin, particularly around the headliner. This can be caused by clogged sunroof drain tubes or a faulty sunroof seal.
  • Solution: Cleaning the sunroof drain tubes or replacing the sunroof seal.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• No Issues Found

Summary

The 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, while stylish and capable, can be prone to certain issues. Engine problems like excessive oil consumption and timing chain wear, transmission issues such as harsh shifting, and electrical gremlins involving the infotainment system are some of the most common concerns. Suspension issues with worn bushings can also arise. While some issues are relatively minor and inexpensive to fix, others can be more serious and costly. Potential buyers should be aware of these common problems and have a pre-purchase inspection performed by a qualified mechanic to assess the vehicle’s condition.