(September 21, 2012) MAHWAH, N.J. — Land Rover announced today that the 2012 Range Rover Evoque has been named the SUV of the Year by Esquire magazine. Editors drove numerous vehicles across the country to make the selections for the 2012 Esquire Car Awards.

"The Land Rover team is really pleased that the editors of Esquire magazine have named the Range Rover Evoque SUV of the Year," said Kim McCullough, brand vice president. "The various awards and honors our newest model has received this year exemplifies that the Range Rover Evoque has set a new benchmark for consumers who want a capable, modern compact SUV."

Esquire magazine writes: "The Range Rover Evoque is the rebounding company offering people what they really want — style piece first, off-the-road truck second... The Evoque is proof that SUVs can be stylish, forward, and elegant... and make you feel like a king."

The Range Rover Evoque is available in two versions: a coupe and a five-door.

Esquire's SUV of the Year honor is just the latest accolade for the Range Rover Evoque since its launch. The car has also been named Bloomberg News' Crossover Car of the Year, Motor Trend's 2012 Sport/Utility of the Year, Decisive Magazine's Urban Truck of the Year, Automobile Magazine's 2012 All-Star Award and Best Luxury Compact Vehicle from Automotive Lease Guide (ALG).