This is the second‑generation Evoque (post‑2018) platform; a 2020 diesel will commonly be a 2.0‑litre Ingenium unit and many examples wear AWD hardware though lower trims could be front‑drive. Diesels of this era use a DPF and EGR and many Euro6 diesels also use AdBlue dosing — short urban trips can cause DPF/EGR issues, so a car used for long runs is preferable. Manual examples are less common than automatics, so check clutch and gear change feel carefully; parts and dealer labour are pricier than mainstream brands.

• Clutch engagement and pedal feel — test for slip, judder and smooth multi‑gear pulls (manual Evoques can need a clutch replacement on higher-mileage examples).
• DPF / EGR condition and regeneration history — ask for evidence of motorway runs and check for warning lights or recent forced regenerations; check for AdBlue filler and dosing service records.
• Transmission and gearbox synchromesh — listen for crunching or hard selection in 1st/2nd and when cold.
• 4x4/transfer‑case and CV joints — verify AWD engages smoothly and check for CV clicking, oil leaks around drive‑flanges and for any differential oil change receipts.
• Infotainment and electrical checks — test all touchscreens, camera views, parking sensors and heated seats; software glitches and screen faults are a known annoyance on these models.