Quick Facts:
- Topic: Evoque and Velar production ends in mid-2027, per a JLR statement.
- Sales period: Both models stay on sale in selected global markets through 2027.
- US starting prices: Evoque from $49,900 and Velar from $61,600, before destination fees.
- Next entry model: The Range Rover GT arrives as a 2028 model, expected near $90,000.
- US 2027 model year: Not confirmed by JLR.
- Best for: Used shoppers and owners planning their next vehicle.
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Overview
Evoque and Velar production ends in mid-2027, according to a statement Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) gave Car and Driver and Road & Track on November 3. If you own one or plan to buy one used, the date tells you how much time you have to plan.
JLR also said both models stay on sale through 2027 in selected global markets where demand remains strong. However, the company has not said whether the United States gets a 2027 model year. Car and Driver asked JLR for clarification and had not heard back.
Short answer: owners face no change today, used shoppers should buy on condition and service records, and anyone who wants a new one should ask a dealer about US stock now.
Scan a Used Evoque or Velar Before You Buy
Production ending does not change the checks a used one needs. Before you sign, read the stored fault codes. A Bluetooth scanner such as the BlueDriver reads engine, ABS, airbag and transmission codes on gas-powered vehicles from 1996 on, so you see problems the dash does not always show. Check its vehicle list for your exact model.
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What Land Rover Confirmed About the Evoque and Velar
A JLR spokesperson said production of both models “will end in mid-2027 in line with their natural product lifecycles.” The company is changing its factories over to build its next generation of vehicles.
Autocar broke the story on November 3 and reports neither model gets a direct replacement. Instead, the Range Rover Sport and the new GT become the two entry points below the full-size Range Rover.
Car and Driver puts US sales of the two at about 6,000 so far this year, roughly 10 percent of Land Rover’s 2026 US sales. Meanwhile, Road & Track reports Solihull keeps building the Range Rover, Range Rover Sport and the upcoming Jaguar Type 01. Halewood will transition to build the GT and a new Defender-family model.
Key Facts at a Glance
The maker’s US model pages list these figures. They use pricing effective August 1, 2026 and exclude the destination charge.
| Detail | Evoque | Velar |
|---|---|---|
| Revealed | 2018 | 2017 |
| Last refresh | 2024 model year | 2024 model year |
| Production ends | Mid-2027 | Mid-2027 |
| US starting price | $49,900 | $61,600 |
| Destination charge | $1,475 | $1,575 |
See the maker’s own pages for the Evoque and the Velar. Confirm current figures with a dealer.
Where the GT Fits
The Range Rover GT arrives as a 2028 model, according to Car and Driver. It launches as an EV first, although the platform also supports gas and hybrid powertrains. Car and Driver expects a starting price around $90,000.
Martin Limpert, the managing director of Range Rover, told Autocar more than 80 percent of GT interest comes from owners of other brands, according to Autoevolution. This figure suggests the GT aims at buyers new to the brand. For more on the brand’s direction, read our Range Rover Electric first drive and our report on the Range Rover Sport Electric.
Evoque and Velar vs. the Range Rover GT
Price is the first difference. If the GT starts near $90,000, it sits about $28,400 above the Velar and about $40,100 above the Evoque, based on the maker’s US starting prices.
Timing is the second. The Evoque and Velar leave production in mid-2027, while the GT arrives as a 2028 model, EV first. If you want a new Evoque or Velar at today’s prices, you have only the remaining new stock and the used market once production stops.
Car and Driver also notes the Evoque shares its platform with the Discovery Sport, which ended after the 2026 model year. It describes a Defender Sport as reportedly in the works and a Discovery Sport successor as possible. Neither has a date.
What This Means for You
If You Own an Evoque or Velar
Nothing changes for your vehicle today. Our sources do not state how long JLR supports parts for either model, so ask your dealer before you plan a long hold. Then check open recalls for your VIN on the NHTSA recall page. We also covered a recent Range Rover recall for rearview camera drain holes.
No source has forecast resale values. Treat any claim of a price drop or jump as a guess.
If You Keep Yours Past 2027
Keeping a vehicle longer means more chances of finding a flat battery on a cold morning. A lithium jump starter such as the NOCO Boost GB40 is rated for gas engines up to 6.0L and diesels up to 3.0L, with up to 20 starts per charge. Check your engine size against those limits before you buy. It does not fix a failing battery or charging system.
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If You Shop for a Used Model
Both models received a refresh for the 2024 model year, according to Road & Track. Ask for full service records, run a fault scan, and confirm recalls by VIN. Then compare asking prices against the $49,900 and $61,600 US starting prices for new ones. Our piece on Land Rover reliability adds context on what to expect.
If You Wait for the GT
Car and Driver expects the GT to start around $90,000, and it arrives as a 2028 model. If you want a new Evoque or Velar instead, dealer stock is your only supply once production stops. JLR has not confirmed US sales for 2027, so ask your dealer now.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Evoque and Velar production end?
Production of both models ends in mid-2027, per JLR. Both stay on sale in selected global markets through 2027.
Will US dealers sell a 2027 Evoque or Velar?
JLR has not confirmed it. The company says both models stay on sale where demand remains strong, but Car and Driver had not heard back from JLR about the US model year.
Does anything replace the Evoque or Velar?
Not directly. Autocar reports neither model gets a replacement. The Range Rover Sport and the GT become the two entry points.
How much will the new GT cost?
Car and Driver expects a starting price around $90,000 for the 2028 model.
Is a used Evoque or Velar still worth buying?
The sources do not forecast resale values or state how long parts support lasts, so judge each car on condition. Scan it, review the service records, confirm recalls by VIN, and compare the asking price with similar used listings.
Final Thoughts
A production date gives you time to plan, so you have no reason to rush. Keep your service records and check recalls. If you shop used, scan before you buy. For a new one, ask your dealer about US availability, because JLR has not confirmed it yet.
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