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Freelander

SUVSUVSUVDieselPetrol (Gasoline)27 versionsOwner report⚠ Known issues

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240Hp

Power

8.8s

0–100 km/h

200km/h

Top speed

9.6L/100

Fuel (combined)

What owners say

Overview

Sentiment is sharply divided by generation. The first-generation Freelander (Freelander 1) is overwhelmingly criticized as profoundly unreliable, with multiple, severe, and recurrent mechanical failures described as setting "a whole new benchmark of bad." In stark contrast, the s

Known issues

*First Generation (Freelander 1): · Catastrophic engine failures (1.8L petrol, V6) due to design flaws like open deck blocks, floating cylinder liners, and overheating. Frequency: very frequent.

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Specifications

Generation

Version

2.2 TD4 (150 Hp) AWD Automatic

From 2012-2014

Power150 Hp

Torque7 Nm

0–100 km/h11.2 sec

Top speed181 km/h

Fuel consumption7 L/100 km

DriveAll wheel drive (4x4)

Transmission6 gears, automatic transmission

Engine2.2 L

AspirationTurbocharger, Intercooler

Cylinders4

Seats5 seats

Fuel typeDiesel

Body typeSUV

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BrandLand Rover

Versions catalogued27

Body typesSUV, SUV

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