Here’s an overview of the 2016 Range Rover Evoque plus a guide on how to purchase one from Clyde Motors
🚙 Overview: 2016 Range Rover Evoque
The 2016 Evoque is a compact luxury SUV made by Land Rover, known for combining upscale styling, decent off‑road capability, and premium features in a relatively small package. Key updates around this year included new lightweight Ingenium engines (diesel & petrol) for better fuel efficiency and emissions, sharper design details (LED lighting, refined interior materials, improved infotainment via touchscreen systems), and luxury touches like dual‑zone climate control, panoramic roof options, high‑quality audio systems (e.g. Meridian), leather interiors, heated and memory seats. In Kenya, a well‑spec 2016 Evoque can cost between KES 3.5 million to about KES 5.5 million or more depending on trim, mileage, condition, import status, and whether it’s foreign used or local use.
🛒 How to Buy a 2016 Range Rover Evoque from Clyde Motors
Here’s a step‑by‑step guide to help you safely buy a 2016 Evoque from Clyde Motors (or any similar dealership).
- Find the specific stock
- Ask Clyde Motors whether they have a 2016 Range Rover Evoque in their inventory.
- If not, check if they can import one for you (they have an import / auction platform).
- Get full details: engine type (diesel or petrol), whether it’s 2WD or 4WD, transmission type (automatic or manual), trim level (e.g. SE, HSE, Dynamic), features (sunroof, leather, heated seats, etc.), mileage, condition, accident history.
- Estimate total cost & compare market
- Use current Kenyan market prices (KES ~ 3.5‑5.5 million or more) as a benchmark.
- Take into account additional costs: import duty (if still importing), customs & clearance, transport, registration, insurance, NTSA transfer, servicing.
- Compare what other dealers are asking for similar Evoque units to ensure you’re getting a fair deal.
- Inspect & test drive
- Examine the body and chassis for rust, dents, mismatched paint, or repairs.
- Check the engine bay, especially condition of the engine, turbo (if applicable), and whether the engine starts smoothly.
- Inspect interior: upholstery condition, electronics (infotainment, climate control), all seats (heated, memory), windows, doors, sunroof.
- Test driving: accelerate, brake, check for noises, handling, how the transmission shifts, how 4WD engages (if applicable), suspension comfort.
- Verify documents & legal status
- Check the logbook (RC), ownership history.
- Use NTSA / TIMS portal to verify registration is clean (no outstanding fines / liens, not stolen, etc.).
- If imported: check auction sheet, export and import documents, proof of duty paid, any modification records.
- Ensure engine & chassis numbers match those on the documents.
- Negotiate price
- Use findings from your inspection (condition, needed repairs, mileage, missing features) to negotiate.
- Ask for a detailed cost sheet showing all charges.
- See if there’s financing, hire‑purchase, or deposit / payment plans offered. Clyde Motors often does “Lipa Pole Pole” or installment options.
- Contract & payment
- Make sure you get a written sale agreement that includes all important details: vehicle identification, final price, payment schedule, condition terms, who covers what (delivery, documents).
- Use secure payment methods (bank transfer, banker’s cheque). Avoid paying full amount before verifying everything.
- Transfer ownership and registration
- Seller (Clyde) should initiate ownership transfer through NTSA/TIMS. Buyer must accept the transfer.
- Pay transfer / registration fees.
- Ensure you receive the logbook in your name.
- After‑sale, warranty & servicing
- Ask if there’s any warranty (sometimes dealerships offer short warranty on engine or drivetrain).
- Ask about service history (previous services, major replacements if any).
- Check where parts are available locally (Land Rover spare parts can be expensive or take time to import).
- Plan for regular maintenance—Evoque is luxury SUV; servicing costs will be higher than for more basic cars.