2011 Land Rover Evoque (base price $37,000 )


The Evoque, in contrast, will be the smallest, lightest and most fuel-efficient Land Rover model the company has ever produced.

Thematically, it'lll be similar to the Batmobile-looking Acura ZDX. Which means, style and curb appeal share equal billing with functional considerations. It will be slightly smaller than the current LR2 and set up to seat only four people in a more intimate, sports-coupe-like layout. The rear area will be mostly for cargo though fold-away jumpseats may be offered.

The standard powerplant will be the same basic 3.2 liter engine used in the current LR2, producing 230 hp. It's possible a hybrid gas-electric version will be available, too - though probablynot before 2012.

Scheduled launch for the Evoque is late 2010 or early 2011.