(17-03-2012 08:35am)jitenc Wrote: Whats your spec?
I got the petrol engine with the Dynamic package. I added the 20" wheels, climate comfort package, and adaptive dynamics. Interestingly, I didn't opt for the Sirius and HD radio, yet I seem to get HD radio stations. It's a shame we don't get the "sports" seats as an option here in the US.
(17-03-2012 05:26pm)allyb123 Wrote: Beauty!! Same external spec as mine (to be). So this makes me chuffed I ordered correctly!
I guess with that last comment you wouldn't consider 22"s as it would be TOO detrimental to ride quality?!
I should mention that I've never driven any car with anything bigger than 17" wheels prior to the Evoque, so I don't think I'm qualified to comment on how 22" would affect the ride. My little S2000 with its tiny 16" rims rides a little rough due to the suspension.
Thank you all for the kind words. This is my first new car in almost a decade (my Camry and S2000 have served me well for past 10yrs.) My girlfriend was initially disappointed that I didn't go with the Audi Q5; however, after she saw the Evoque in person and went for a ride, she said, "Good job."
Some thoughts about the car. I've noticed the initial hesitation and surging that other people have described. Then again, I've never driven a turbocharged vehicle, so I just assumed this is what people refer to as "turbo lag." Wind noise is more than acceptable. It's not as quiet as the Hyundai Genesis sedan I test drove several months ago, but it's nowhere near as loud as the S2000. Having to raise my voice just to talk to my passenger gets a little old. I feel like I'm sitting in a luxurious toy whenever I get into this car. So many fancy electronic gizmos at my fingertips. With my other 2 cars, I just get in and go. With the Evoque, I sit in and take my time going through my music list on my Android phone. I play around with the surrounding cameras to get a feel for where the car is with respect to its surroundings. And for reasons I can't explain, I start to giggle whenever I open the panoramic roof screen and take in the sun. I will unabashedly admit, I look forward to what the Evoque convertible has to offer. This is my first Range Rover product. And while I do have some concerns about long-term reliability, I sincerely hope this experience, along with everyone else's experience here, be a rewarding one for years to come. So far, I have not been disappointed. Thanks again. Whenever I get a hold of my camera, I'll provide some better pics.