Power
0–100 km/h
Top speed
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.
Generation by generation
Owner insights per generation and US complaint/recall records (NHTSA).
Complaints and recalls by model yearSource: NHTSA (US)Show table
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 3 | 0 | service brakes |
Complaint counts come from owner reports filed with the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Higher-selling years naturally accumulate more complaints.
Specifications
Generation
Version
2.2 TD4 (150 Hp) AWD Automatic
From 2012-2014
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