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Land Rover Freelander 2 (2006 – 2015) Review

Land Rover Freelander 2 (2006 – 2015) At A Glance

3/5

+Bigger than original Freelander. 2.2-litre belt cam diesel. Incredibly good off-road. Robust interior. More fuel efficient 2WD model from 2011 with no rear diff to fail.

-Not as sharp on the road as other 4x4s. High number of automatic transmission, steering rack failures and camshaft failures on 2.2 diesel. Epidemic of rear diff failures.

Insurance Groups are between 19–26
On average it achieves 81% of the official MPG figure

The 2006 Freelander 2 is a big improvement on the original Freelander the comparison between the two is like chalk and cheese. Land Rover addressed the criticisms of the original model to produced a great compact 4x4 that's composed on road but still as capable off-road as you'd expect of a Land Rover. That's down to an advanced intelligent 4x4 system that optimises traction and fuel economy, along with Land Rover's unique Terrain Response dial up system.

It's in the cabin where the improvements are most noticeable. It's now far better built, more refined and has a hardwearing feel. True other 4x4s this size may have a more modern interior, but there's a robustness about the Freelander 2 that reflects its rugged nature - after all this is no 'soft-roader'.

Like the larger Discovery model, the Freelander 2 is genuinely capable off-road and deals with amazingly difficult terrain with ease, even on standard road tyres - that's not something you can say of a BMW X3 or an Audi Q5.

This does have its downside, as the Freelander 2 isn't as sharp on the road as other 4x4s. It's certainly not wallowy or soft, but it lacks the responsiveness of some rivals, but then none of them can match the Land Rover's all-terrain ability.

The engine line-up includes a 3.2-litre petrol but as you'd expect this is a rare sight. Nearly all buyers go for the strong 2.2 TD4 diesel. In 2009 a stop/start version of this was introduced which saw CO2 emissions reduced to 179g/km and economy improve to a claimed 41.3mpg.

In September 2010 the Freelander 2 was facelifted with a new grille, lights and bumpers, but the big changes came under the skin. The 2.2-litre TD4 engine was replaced by a new unit (the same size) which is available in two outputs of either 150bhp or 190bhp and all manual models come with an engine stop/start system as standard.

A 2WD model was also launched, available in the UK from January 2011, which is badged the Freelander 2 eD4. It's the most efficient Land Rover ever produced, with claimed fuel consumption of 47.2mpg and CO2 emissions of just 158g/km.

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Reviews for Land Rover Freelander 2 (2006 – 2015)'s top 3 rivals

Volvo XC60
4/5
Comfortable and refined. Good long-distance car. Stylish cabin and R Design models look sporty.
Nissan X-Trail
3/5
Excellent drive on tarmac and very competent off road, large boot, plenty of standard equipment.
BMW X3
3/5
Handling is impressive for an SUV, large boot capacity and lots of rear-seat space, top engine choices...

Land Rover Freelander 2 (2006 – 2015) handling and engines

On rural roads, the Freelander's high ground clearance and long travel suspension conspire to make progress somewhat choppy, but on motorways its mostly serene and relaxed.

Something like the Volvo XC60 may feel more like a pumped up regular car than the Freelander, which remains a 4x4. On fast A-roads and dual carriageways the engine really quietens down, there's a surprising lack of wind and road noise, and the combination of unexpected refinement and commanding view make the car a pleasant place to be.

Once you've tuned into it, the car can be punted round corners with surprising ease and will steer and go where you want it to with greater accuracy than you might expect, although the steering itself is light and inert and the thing rolls a good deal.

At non-motorway speeds the 160bhp 2.2 litre diesel is a bit raucous and feels somewhat gutless in the lower gears unless you let it rev, when it displays unexpected reserves of torque - rapidly gaining momentum in the lower gears of the precise-but-clunky six speed gearbox.

The 2.2-litre diesel is pretty economical with a claimed average of 37.7mpg and there's also a petrol engine in the shape of a 3.2-litre straight-six with 233bhp, but unsurprisingly it's a rare site, probably something to do with its terrible 25.2mpg fuel economy figure. In early 2009 a new stop/start version of the 2.2 diesel was launched - badged the TD4_e CO2 which brings down CO2 emissions from 194g/km to 179g/km while claimed fuel efficiency improves from 37.7 mpg to 41.3 mpg. It's still good to drive and performs just as strongly as the standard 2.2 TD4 model with good low down grunt.

The big changes to the Freelander 2 came in late 2010 when it was given a midlife facelift. From the outside the changes are fairly subtle - there's a new grille, bumpers and tweaked lights along with some new paint colours but it's under the bonnet where things have really moved on. The 3.2-litre petrol was dropped while a new 2.2-litre diesel was introduced, replacing the old 160bhp model.

The new 2.2-litre diesel comes in two different outputs - a 150bhp version which is the TD4 model and a 190bhp version which is badged the SD4 model. Both produce 20Nm more torque than the outgoing model, increasing to a substantial 420Nm for punchy performance.

This new engine is Euro V compliant and cleaner than the previous 2.2-litre diesel too. CO2 emissions of the 150bhp automatic model are now 165g/km while the 190bhp automatic is 185g/km. Fuel consumption for the 150bhp manual has also improved and us now an impressive 45.6mpg.

Land Rover has worked to make the new diesel quieter, which is noticeable on start-up and when gently cruising, but it can still be fairly noisy under hard acceleration, more so in the automatic versions. But it feels sprightly, helped by the extra torque which makes for easy in-gear acceleration. The automatic only SD4 (that's the 190bhp version if you weren't paying attention) is impressively quick and will sprint from 0-60mph in just 8.7 seconds.

But perhaps the most important model in the 'new' Freelander 2 range is the eD4. This is a two-wheel drive version - the first time Land Rover has produced a non-4x4 model - and as a result it's also the most efficient Land Rover ever built. With 2WD versions of compact SUVs now making up a quarter of all sales, it's no surprise Land Rover has decided to introduce the eD4. The headline figures are CO2 emissions of just 158g/km (below the critical 160g/km level for business users) and impressive fuel economy of 47.2mpg.

Land Rover says opting for the front-wheel drive eD4 is 'no compromise' over the standard 4x4 model. That's true to a certain extent as it has the same braked towing weight of 2000kg and feels very similar on the road in everyday driving. It comes with the 150bhp version of the 2.2-litre engine and feels strong too, helped by the fact it's only driving two wheels rather than four.

Off road it's surprisingly good for a 2WD. Because of the mechanical changes, Land Rover has had to modify software. The Slip Control System (SCS) has been optimised to suit the front wheel-drive system and the Roll Stability Control (SCS) software has also been re-tuned to account for the weight reduction.

On even fairly hardcore terrain it copes well, although it soft sand or thick mud it struggles compared to the 4x4 version. But if you rarely venture seriously off-road, you'll rarely know the difference. The stop/start system that comes as standard on diesel manual models has also been improved to re-start quicker and smoother than before.

Engine MPG 0-62 CO2
2.2 eD4 2WD 47 mpg 11.7 s 158 g/km
2.2 SD4 40 mpg 9.5 s 185 g/km
2.2 SD4 Automatic 40 mpg 8.7 s 185 g/km
2.2 TD4 36–47 mpg 10.9–11.7 s 158–214 g/km
2.2 TD4 Automatic 40 mpg 10.5–11.2 s 174–185 g/km

Real MPG average for the Land Rover Freelander 2 (2006 – 2015)

RealMPG

Real MPG was created following thousands of readers telling us that their cars could not match the official figures.

Real MPG gives real world data from drivers like you to show how much fuel a vehicle really uses.

Average performance

81%

Real MPG

19–43 mpg

MPGs submitted

1347

Land Rover Freelander 2 (2006 – 2015) interior

Dimensions
Length 4500 mm
Width 2005–2195 mm
Height 1740 mm
Wheelbase 2660 mm

Full specifications

The interior of the Freelander 2 may not be as stylish or as modern as other 4x4s, but the big buttons and tough looking plastics go with the rugged off-road image of Land Rovers. The controls are all easy to use and the sat nav system (which comes as standard higher specification models) is a touchscreen unit that's straightforward to operate. However it's not the best navigation system around while the stereo seems a little dated too.

Quality is good though and it feels like a premium product inside with a solid and well constructed feel, illustrated by the satisfying thud when you close the doors and the nicely weighted gear change. The instrument dials are easy to read and the raised driving position gives a good view out too.

Land Rover calls this the 'Command Driving Position'  and it's helped by the fact the A-pillars aren't too obstructive, so you've got a decent view out at junctions. The seats are comfortable too with plenty of support which is most noticeable on long journeys.

Revised models from September 2010 have pretty much the same cabin with a few minor tweaks. There are four new seat styles, covered with new Tofino or Resolve cloth fabrics, Napoli leather, a combination of Napoli leather and Alcantara, or Windsor leather for the Premium Pack. Four new interior trims come in either Element Silver, Element Black, Dark Chestnut and Piano Black lacquered finish. This lacquered Piano Black theme is also carried over onto the steering wheel switchpack.

At the high end of the option range, there's a new Premium Pack option with Windsor Leather upholstery in Ebony, Almond, Ivory or Tan colourways. The Pack includes 8/6 way electric seat plus premium carpet mats and covered centre stowage.

It's very safe too - there are seven airbags: two curtain, two front, two thorax and a driver's knee bag as standard. The transverse engine mounting not only frees up interior space but offers impressive crash performance, helping the Freelander 2 achieve a 5 star Euro NCAP rating for adult occupant protection.

Standard equipment from launch (2006):

TD4 S is the entry level model with the 2.2-litre TD4 diesel engine and gets 16-inch alloy wheels, Land Rover tyre repair system, locking wheel nuts, six-speed manual transmission, halogen headlamps, heated exterior mirrors, air conditioning, manual six-way adjustable driver's seat and a CD player with six speakers.

TD4 GS adds 17-inch six-spoke alloy wheels, Terrain Response, automatic lights, driver information centre, rear park distance control, automatic windscreen wipers, power-fold mirrors, cruise control, luggage cover, steering wheel audio controls, climate control, headlamp power wash and front fog lamps.

TD4 XS gets 17-inch ten-spoke alloy wheels, front footwell lamps, front door puddle lamps, front and rear park distance control, personal telephone integration system, Alpine stereo system, nine speakers and electric front seats.

TD4 SE has an electric sun-roof, auto-dimming rear-view mirror, navigation system, full colour touch screen with traffic message channel, six-disc in-dash CD changer and heated front seats.

TD4 HSE is the top trim and adds 18-inch 12-spoke alloy wheels, exterior mirror memory function, climate control with automatic recirculation and humidity sensing, front and rear carpet mats, Dolby pro-logic 2 7.1 surround sound, 14 speakers, leather seat facings, leather steering wheel and driver's seat memory function.

i6 GS is based on the TD4 GS plus a 3.2-litre i6 petrol engine, twin tail pipes, command shift six-speed automatic transmission.

i6 XS has 17-inch ten-spoke alloy wheels, front footwell lamps, front door puddle lamps, front and rear park distance control, personal telephone integration system, Alpine stereo system, nine speakers and electric front seats.

i6 SE gets an electric sun-roof, auto-dimming rear-view mirror, navigation system, full colour touch screen with traffic message channel, six-disc in-dash CD changer and heated front seats.

i6 HSE includes twin tail pipes with bright finish, 18-inch 12-spoke alloy wheels, exterior mirror memory function, climate control with automatic recirculation and humidity sensing, front and rear carpet mats, Dolby pro-logic 2 7.1 surround sound, 14 speakers, leather seat facings, leather steering wheel and driver's seat memory function.

Land Rover Freelander 2 (2006 – 2015) models and specs

Dimensions
Length 4500 mm
Width 2005–2195 mm
Height 1740 mm
Wheelbase 2660 mm
Miscellaneous
Kerb Weight 1710–1805 kg
Boot Space 755–1670 L
Warranty 3 years
Servicing 15000–16000 miles
Spare Wheel
Standard Space-saving spare wheel
Alternative Full-size spare wheel
Costs
List Price £21,875–£39,920
Insurance Groups 19–26
Road Tax Bands G–K
Official MPG 24.7–47.1 mpg
Euro NCAP Safety Ratings
Adult 5
Child 4
Pedestrian 1
Overall 5

On sale until June 2017

SUV
Version List Price MPG 0-62
2.eD4 150 Dynamic 2WD 5dr £32,315 47.1 mpg 10.9 s
2.eD4 150 HSE Lux 2WD 5dr £36,600 47.1 mpg 10.9 s
2.eD4 150hp GS 2WD 5dr £26,660 47.1 mpg 10.9 s
2.eD4 150hp HSE 2WD 5dr £33,915 47.1 mpg 10.9 s
2.eD4 150hp S 2WD 5dr £23,715 47.1 mpg 10.9 s
2.eD4 150hp XS 2WD 5dr £29,410 47.1 mpg 10.9 s
2.SD4 190 Dynamic Auto 4WD 5dr £35,635 40.4 mpg 8.7 s
2.SD4 190 HSE Auto 4WD 5dr £37,235 40.4 mpg 8.7 s
2.SD4 190hp GS Auto 4WD 5dr £29,975 40.4 mpg 8.7 s
2.SD4 190hp SE Auto 4WD 5dr £30,280 40.4 mpg 8.7 s
2.SD4 190hp XS Auto 4WD 5dr £32,725 40.4 mpg 8.7 s
2.SD4 HSE Lux Auto 4WD 5dr £39,920 40.4 mpg 8.7 s
2.SD4 Metropolis Auto 4WD 5dr £36,005 40.4 mpg 8.7 s
2.SD4 SE Tech Auto 4WD 5dr £32,280 40.4 mpg 8.7 s
2.TD4 150 Dynamic 4WD 5dr £33,115 45.6 mpg 10.9 s
2.TD4 150 Dynamic Auto 4WD 5dr £34,635 40.4 mpg 10.5 s
2.TD4 150 HSE Auto 4WD 5dr £36,235 40.4 mpg 10.5 s
2.TD4 150 HSE Lux 4WD 5dr £37,405 45.6 mpg 10.9 s
2.TD4 150 SE Tech 4WD 5dr £29,770 45.6 mpg 10.9 s
2.TD4 150hp GS 4WD 5dr £27,460 45.6 mpg 10.9 s
2.TD4 150hp GS Auto 4WD 5dr £28,980 40.4 mpg 10.5 s
2.TD4 150hp HSE 4WD 5dr £34,715 45.6 mpg 10.9 s
2.TD4 150hp S 4WD 5dr £24,515 45.6 mpg 10.9 s
2.TD4 150hp S Auto 4WD 5dr £26,035 40.4 mpg 10.5 s
2.TD4 150hp SE 4WD 5dr £27,770 45.6 mpg 10.9 s
2.TD4 150hp XS 4WD 5dr £30,210 45.6 mpg 10.9 s
2.TD4 150hp XS Auto 4WD 5dr £31,730 40.4 mpg 10.5 s
2.TD4 HSE Lux Auto 4WD 5dr £38,920 40.4 mpg 10.5 s

On sale until October 2015

SUV
Version List Price MPG 0-62
2.2 SD4 Metropolis 190 Auto 5dr £35,995 40.4 mpg 8.7 s
2.2 SD4 SE 190 Auto 5dr £30,270 40.4 mpg 8.7 s
2.2 SD4 SE Tech 190 Auto 5dr £32,270 40.4 mpg 8.7 s
2.2 TD4 SE 150 5dr £27,765 45.6 mpg 10.9 s
2.2 TD4 SE Tech 150 5dr £29,765 45.6 mpg 10.9 s

On sale until August 2014

SUV
Version List Price MPG 0-62
2.2 eD4 Dynamic 2WD 5dr £32,310 47.1 mpg 11.7 s
2.2 eD4 GS 2WD 5dr £26,655 47.1 mpg 11.7 s
2.2 eD4 HSE 2WD 5dr £33,910 47.1 mpg 11.7 s
2.2 eD4 HSE LUX 2WD 5dr £36,595 47.1 mpg 11.7 s
2.2 eD4 S 2WD 5dr £23,710 47.1 mpg 11.7 s
2.2 eD4 XS 2WD 5dr £29,405 47.1 mpg 11.7 s
2.2 SD4 Dynamic 5dr Auto £35,625 40.4 mpg 9.5 s
2.2 SD4 GS 5dr Auto £29,965 40.4 mpg 9.5 s
2.2 SD4 HSE 5dr Auto £37,225 40.4 mpg 9.5 s
2.2 SD4 HSE LUX 5dr Auto £39,910 40.4 mpg 9.5 s
2.2 SD4 XS 5dr Auto £32,715 40.4 mpg 9.5 s
2.2 TD4 Dynamic 5dr £33,110 45.6 mpg 11.7 s
2.2 TD4 Dynamic Auto 5dr £34,625 40.4 mpg 11.2 s
2.2 TD4 GS 5dr £27,455 45.6 mpg 11.7 s
2.2 TD4 GS Auto 5dr £28,970 40.4 mpg 11.2 s
2.2 TD4 HSE 5dr £34,710 45.6 mpg 11.7 s
2.2 TD4 HSE Auto 5dr £36,225 40.4 mpg 11.2 s
2.2 TD4 HSE LUX 5dr £37,400 45.6 mpg 11.7 s
2.2 TD4 HSE LUX Auto 5dr £38,910 40.4 mpg 11.2 s
2.2 TD4 S 5dr £24,510 45.6 mpg 11.7 s
2.2 TD4 S Auto 5dr £26,025 40.4 mpg 11.2 s
2.2 TD4 XS 5dr £30,205 45.6 mpg 11.7 s
2.2 TD4 XS Auto 5dr £31,720 40.4 mpg 11.2 s

On sale until September 2012

4 X 4
Version List Price MPG 0-62
2.2 SD4 Sport 5dr Auto £34,210 40.4 mpg 9.5 s

On sale until March 2010

4 X 4
Version List Price MPG 0-62
2.2 TD4 GS 5dr £25,175 42.2 mpg 11.7 s
2.2 TD4 GS 5dr Auto £25,175 35.8 mpg 11.2 s
2.2 TD4 HSE 5dr £33,425 42.2 mpg 11.7 s
2.2 TD4 HSE 5dr Auto £33,425 35.8 mpg 11.2 s
2.2 TD4 S 5dr £21,875 42.2 mpg 11.7 s
2.2 TD4 S 5dr Auto £21,875 35.8 mpg 11.2 s
2.2 TD4 XS 5dr £28,725 42.2 mpg 11.7 s
2.2 TD4 XS 5dr Auto £28,725 35.8 mpg 11.2 s

On sale until December 2008

4 X 4
Version List Price MPG 0-62
2.2 TD4 HST 5dr £32,201 37.7 mpg 11.7 s
2.2 TD4 HST 5dr Auto £32,201 - -
2.2 TD4 SE 5dr £28,384 37.7 mpg 11.7 s
2.2 TD4 SE 5dr Auto £28,384 - -
3.2 i6 HSE 5dr Auto £34,652 - -

On sale until June 2008

4 X 4
Version List Price MPG 0-62
3.2 i6 HST 5dr Auto £35,520 - -

On sale until October 2007

4 X 4
Version List Price MPG 0-62
3.2 i6 GS 5dr Auto £26,595 - -
3.2 i6 SE 5dr Auto £31,645 - -
3.2 i6 XS 5dr Auto £28,645 - -

On sale until May 2007

4 X 4
Version List Price MPG 0-62
i6 GS 5dr Auto £26,595 - -
i6 SE 5dr Auto £31,645 - -
i6 XS 5dr Auto £28,645 - -

Model History

March 2006

All new Freelander launched

Engines are 3.2-litre i6 petrol (233bhp first seen in Volvo XC90 and excellent new Ford/PSA belt-cam 2.2-litre TD4 diesel (160bhp) offering 37.7 mpg combined. Has full-time intelligent 4x4 that helps optimise traction and fuel economy, plus Land Rover’s unique Terrain Response dial up system. Designed and engineered by Land Rover at Gaydon, near Warwick, the Freelander 2 is built at the Halewood plant in Liverpool, where outstanding build quality has been acknowledged by a J.D. Power European Plant Quality Gold Award in 2005.

4,500mm long x 1,910mm wide (2,180 inc mirrors) x 1,740mm high with all new monocoque structure and range of Ford group engines rather than Rover and BMW.

Smooth, powerful and compact new Ford/Volvo/Jaguar/LandRover 3.2-litre i6 compact straight-six petrol engine
- Maximum power 233 PS (171 kW); maximum torque 317 Nm
- 0-60mph in 8.4 sec; 0-63mph in 8.9 sec
- Combined average fuel consumption 25.2 mpg – 10% better than previous Freelander petrol engine
- Exceptionally compact straight six-cylinder configuration
-Transverse engine mounting improves cabin space and helps efficiency of safety systems
- Advanced technologies include Cam Profile Switching and Variable Valve Timing

Responsive, refined and torquey Ford/PSA belt cam 2.2-litre TD4 turbodiesel
- Maximum power 160bhp; maximum torque 400 Nm
- 0-60mph in 10.9 sec; 0-63mph in 11.7 sec – reduced by 2.3/2.7 sec compared with outgoing Freelander diesel
- Combined average fuel consumption 37.7 mpg (7.5 l/100 km)
- New, variable-nozzle turbocharger helps deliver excellent response, huge mid-range torque and flat power curve
- Latest common-rail injection system aids economy and refinement
- Both engines available with new six-speed automatic transmission
- Six-speed manual also available with the TD4 diesel. CO2 194/g/km

Tyre sizes: 235/65 R17 and 235/60 R18

CommandShift manual sequential gear changes and sport mode available on both petrol and diesel auto models.

December 2006

Freelander 2 in UK showrooms from 7 December 2006, and comes with either a 2.2 litre turbocharged diesel or 3.2 litre straight-six petrol engine from £20,935 – including CO2 off-set for the first 45,000 miles.

TD4 2.2 160PS diesel with 6-speed Aisib-Warner auto on sale in the UK in April 2007, starting from £22,305 on the road. Just squeaks into VED Band F at 224g/km CO2, so no more than £215pa by 2009/10. NCAP 5 stars passenger safety, 4 stars child safety, only 1 star pedestrian safety.

March 2008

Freelander 2 HST launched

Priced from £31,990 on the road. Features include a Sports Styling Pack with front and rear bumper aprons, side sill mouldings and a rear roof spoiler. Other enhancements include 19 inch alloy 10-spoke wheels with shadowchrome finish, leather seat facings, privacy glass and metallic paint.

October 2008

Freelander 2 TD4_e features a new intelligent Stop/Start system. On the standard EU4 cycle, the CO2 emissions of the Freelander 2 TD4_e are reduced by 8 per cent, compared with the outgoing manual diesel Freelander 2. Moreover, in additional tests, Land Rover engineers have measured fuel savings approaching 20 per cent in heavy urban traffic. CO2 down from 194g/km to 179g/km. Fuel efficiency improved from 37.7 mpg to 41.3 mpg. On sale in UK from Spring 2009.

December 2009

Freelander 2 White & Black Special Editions launched

New entry-level additions to the Freelander 2 range for the 2010 model year, on sale in January 2010, priced from £19,495 on-the-road, representing very strong value (£2,000 below 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 2.2 diesel). The Special Editions are available in Alaska White and Santorini Black and both come with Ebony cloth interior.

They represent a lower entry price with a more generous specification and complement the new Freelander 2 Sport, also on sale at the start of next year. Freelander 2 ‘White & Black’ models feature the six-speed manual 2.2-litre diesel powertrain, complete with keyless starter button and Land Rover’s intelligent Stop/Start e_technology which delivers combined fuel economy of 42.2mpg. Privacy glass, 17” alloy wheels and load space cover are also standard.

September 2010

Freelander 2 facelifted

Gets a new grille, lights and bumpers, but the big changes came under the skin. The 2.2-litre TD4 engine was replaced by a new unit (the same size) which is available in two outputs of either 150bhp or 190bhp and all manual models come with an engine stop/start system as standard. A 2WD model was also launched, available in the UK from January 2011, which is badged the Freelander 2 eD4. It's the most efficient Land Rover ever produced, with claimed fuel consumption of 47.2mpg and CO2 emissions of just 158g/km. S from £21,695, GS from £24,995, XS from £28,495.

December 2010

Freelander 2 SD4 Sport Limited Edition introduced

Black finish to the grille and the side vents, new body styling pack which offers cleaner profiling to the front corners, and a choice of three exterior colours of Fuji White, Santorini Black or new Firenze Red. A rear spoiler also features, together with 19" Shadow Chrome alloy wheels, body coloured door handles and mirror caps, and privacy glass to further emphasise the dynamic look of this premium limited edition. Front and rear parking sensors will be available as standard.

Seats in Ebony Windsor leather with contrast Pimento stitch, or Ebony Napoli leather with matching contrast Windsor leather highlight stripe on the seats. Piano Black fascia finisher also features together with Ebony carpet mats with a contrast edge of either Ivory or Pimento. These design themes, with the contrast colours and unique stripe design offer a distinct and sporty look for the Freelander 2.

The Freelander 2 SD4 Sport is powered by the new 190PS diesel engine. This Limited Edition (available with automatic transmission only) accelerates from rest to 60mph in 8.7 seconds with an increased top speed of 118mph.

The use of an Intelligent Power Management System (IPMS) provides ‘smart charging’ of the battery by recovering kinetic energy when the vehicle is slowing wherever possible, rather than consuming fuel by charging when the vehicle is accelerating, and in addition to this, the Freelander 2 Sport SD4 Limited Edition is compatible with 10 percent biodiesel rather than five percent. With these improved efficiencies, CO2 emissions are reduced to 185g/km with a corresponding fuel economy benefit. Price £33,945. Available from early 2011.

August 2012

Freelander 2 range revamped

New derivatives, colours, exterior design features, upgraded equipment levels and continued choice of refined and economical diesel engines, all contribute to make this SUV even better.

New features and more convenient equipment options bring a host of improved benefits to customers looking for a modern, all-terrain, multi-purpose vehicle. The first thing you notice when entering the Freelander 2’s contemporary looking cabin is a brand new centre console. The original Terrain Response dial has been replaced by switches and a shutter reveals additional storage space.

A new ‘Dynamic’ derivative becomes available, which comes in three new interior colours; Ebony, Ivory or Pimento, each with matching stitching and co-ordinated door casings to complete the look. A crisp new instrument cluster with a 5-inch screen displaying primary vehicle-related information, such as temperature and fuel levels, gear positions and Terrain Response mode, now sits between the dials across the Freelander model range, complemented with steering wheel toggle switches to operate the clearest of drop down menus and vehicle set-up details.

Cabin space and safety are improved with the introduction of an intelligent electric parking brake which adjusts brake force according to the slope the vehicle is parked on. The system is so intelligent it even takes into account whether the brakes are hot or cold. If hot, the system ‘wakes up’ periodically to ensure clamping force is not lost as the brakes cool down. Despite being operated by a single switch, the electric parking brake may still be used as an emergency brake, automatically selecting the most stable braking method by employing skid prevention techniques. An additional safety feature ensures the brake cannot be released unless the driving seat is occupied.

More convenience comes in the form of Passive Start which replaces the key docking system, meaning that as long as the key is somewhere inside the car, the engine starts at the touch of a button.

Another new feature for Freelander 2 is rear view camera capability. The view from the back of the vehicle is displayed on the Infotainment screen with dynamic lines representing the boundaries of the vehicle and your predicted path as you reverse. The system also incorporates ‘Hitch Assist’, a graphic superimposed on the camera showing the position of the tow ball.

The new ‘Say What You See’ voice activation system will prompt the driver visually with the commands he or she needs to speak in order to control functions in the audio, optional satellite navigation, climate and phone systems. The prompts are displayed in an easy-to-follow ‘step by step’ format on the screen.

The navigation system is enhanced with a faster hard drive-based system which comes with all the features the customer would expect such as ECO Route planning, Dynamic Zoom, Visual Lane guidance, POI (Point of Interest) management and repeat TMC guidance. You can also manage waypoints and store locations as well as POIs by name.

For the first time on Freelander 2, the premium Meridian audio system is available with a choice of 380W or 825W. The outstanding Meridian sound system is delivered with a new 7-inch colour touch-screen and either the 380W, 11-speaker system for exceptional stereo sound quality or the impressive 825W surround sound 17-speaker system with Trifield technology to provide a natural, enveloping concert-like experience for all occupants. Both are equipped with subwoofers for a deep, bass sound and Audyssey MultEQ audio tuning system. A new and upgraded 80W 8-speaker unit with 5-inch colour display screen is also available at entry-level.

Equipped with AM/FM and DAB radio tuners, the music players support CD, DVD, Virtual CD, iPod and USB. There’s also a 3.5mm aux jack input for music players and Bluetooth audio streaming to any supporting devices including headphones. The virtual CD comprises a hard drive which can store the equivalent of up to 10 Audio CDs identifiable using Gracenote.

Three stunning new colours are added to the Freelander range, Aintree Green, Havana and Mauritius Blue, whilst an additional all new 17-inch alloy wheel design becomes available as standard on the XS derivative.

Exteriors gain a number of new integrated design features resulting in a co-ordinated and premium appearance. Boasting the latest in Xenon LED technology, the front and rear lamps have been revamped giving the Freelander 2 a sportier yet purposeful new look, set off with a new signature graphic in the front running lights. The grille and fog lamp bezels now sport a bright finish and there are paint detailing changes to the front grille surround, insert bars and fender vent to harmonise the different elements.

Entry level to the range is the Freelander S with cloth seats as standard. The GS comes with full leather whilst the XS has been enhanced with distinguishing detail features such as a gloss black grille surround and the 380W Meridian sound system. The Dynamic version has a full bodystyling kit, and a gloss black finish to fender vents, grille bars and grille surround, complemented on the interior with three colourway choices of sport-themed electric leather seats. New and unique to the Dynamic in the UK are 19-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels with a painted finish.

The HSE is enhanced with wood interior trim and features a wide range of standard equipment including: panoramic sunroof, memory function for the driver’s seat and door mirrors and the 825W Meridian surround sound audio system. Top of the range is the new HSE LUX which adds that extra special touch with Windsor leather seats, Grand Black Lacquer finisher, premium carpet mats and 19-inch Diamond Turned Wheels.

What to watch out for

01-01-0001:

One report of acceleration hesitation from standstill, not cured by a software upgrade.

Fault with some radios that they do not switch off with the ignition and then drain the battery. The radio is linked to the park distance control because the beeps come from the radio speakers. Cured by a software upgrade. Other symptoms of the fault are no clock shown in the radio display and weak bleeps from the PDC. Originally notified 10-8-2007 and reported fixed 18-8-2007.

One report of an unexplained rear diff failure on a TD4 6-speed auto. The car had just returned from about 2,500 miles towing a caravan.

Report of 2.2 diesel occasionally not starting at the push of the button and resets all the trip meters etc. Take key out and try again OK. Cured by software upgrade.

One report of two 2.2 diesel engine failures in a row in a Freelander 2.2 auto. First massive oil loss 200 miles from new. Second severe knocking noise. Car was rejected.

Fuel tank gauge sender can stick at the 1/4 full mark, leading drivers to run out of fuel.

Diesel Particulate Filter clogging reported on 2.2 diesels, especially after repeated short runs in very cold weather.

24-05-2011:

It seems that LR Freelander IIs are programmed to loose their remote key connection after being left for a while in order to retain enough charge in the battery for the car to be started. Means using the key to open the car and start it. Once it has been started and run for a while, all should return to normal. After 5 days or so of non-use, the receiver in the car responsible for detecting the remote control's commands shuts down to save the car battery. This receiver is on standby most of the time but draws some current in doing so, and to conserve battery power it is shut down completely after several days of non-use. The correct procedure is then to open the car's door with the physical key and insert the key with the adjoining fob into the normal key slot. This (a) unlocks the immobiliser and (b) resets the standby timer, so that from then on a new 5-day grace period starts. This is all clearly explained in the car's owner manual.

04-06-2011:

Further report of rear diff failure on 76,000 mile Freelander first registered 22-06-2007.

24-07-2011:

This report: "I bought a new Freelander 2 in 2007. During the first three years, in an effort to improve its effectiveness, the parkingbrake was dismantled and rebuilt twice without bringing about any lasting improvement. This was not covered by the warranty. The cost to me was £300+. After the warranty expired, I have had: (a) failure of the air conditioning compressor (£615), (b) failure of the rear wiper motor (£143 + labour), (c) intermittent problems with the locking of the rear door (actual cost so far, nil) and (d) failure of the rear differential (£1,035)."

02-08-2011:

Once case reported of failure of high pressure diesel pump sending shards of metla into injectors which also needed to be replaced. Classic result of a misfuel or lack of lubricity in the fue for another reason.

28-11-2011:

Steering rack failures increasingly common. When out of warranty 3 - 4 years old, 60k - 70k miles, LandRover will contribute 33% of £900 cost, bringing it down to around £600.

19-12-2011:

One report of automatic transmission failure on 5 year old Freelander 2 at 35,000 miles.

21-12-2011:

Another report of automatic transmission failure on a 4 year old Freelander 2, this one at 70,000 miles. (See Recalls. 06-12-2010: TSB service action (Q106) for 2007-2010 automatics to " Reconfigure transmission and differential control module". Expiry date 31 Aug 2012.)

21-01-2012:

Stick to OEM (Girling) brake and clutch parts. 'Pattern' versions of these parts are often poor quality and frequently fail.

09-02-2012:

Yet another report of failure of the automatic transmission of a Freelander II.

26-04-2012:

First report of high pressure fuel pump drive shearing off camshaft (on a 2007/57 reg).

25-07-2012:

Yet another steering rack failure reported, this on a 21, 500 mile 2008. Quoted £1,089. Radio also lost its AM. Quoted £344.82.

23-10-2012:

More on catastrophic 2.2 diesel engine failure following the exhaust camshaft fracturing. This always occurs adjacent to the fuel pump drive. Apart from misfueling or poor pump design causing this failure, another possibility exists: The engine manufacturer (Ford) insisted that the engine lubrication oil meets a viscosity range and its internal reference WSS-M2C913-B. Opie oils say that the quality of the oil specified - a semi synthetic combined with some formulation manipulation, encourages the oil to degrade from its stated specification to a 5W 20 grade rather than 5W 30 grade oil and this provides LandRover with lower fuel consumption figures and lower emission values. The longer term effect on engine lubricity combined with extended service intervals might be a contributory cause to camshaft failures. Landrover have just revised their engine oil specification to WSS-M2C914-B. Castrol Edge longlife 5W 30 meets this new specification. But obviously the more often the oil is changes in this engine, the less likely the problem is to occur.

28-10-2012:

Yet more on the camshaft failure problem, including photographs, in Russia and Romania. The failures seem to be limited to 2007 - 2008 manufacturing year as LR (Ford) substantially altered the cam drive boss after that date.

04-11-2012:

Analysis of the reasons for camshaft failure. The failures appear to be limited to vehicles manufactured before February '08 manufacturing year when a new camshaft design was introduced. We have most reported examples from Eastern Europe, Russia, Ukraine and Romania in particular. This engine is used in many other types of vehicle throughout the world and does not seem to be affected other than in Eastern Europe. Small numbers of camshaft failures outside of Eastern Europe are most likely the result of mis-fueling. When camshafts break in Eastern Europe the HP fuel pump is not usually found to be seized. The HP fuel pump is driven in line from the end of the camshaft, and uses an alignment drive coupling to ensure accurate assembly of pump and camshaft. The camshaft, made of cast iron, is brittle. Percussive impact following drive coupling wear is considered the likely route to lead to camshaft catastrophic failure. Regulatory pressures from the EU have forced vehicle manufacturers to stress fuel systems ever more in an attempt to reduce emissions. HP pump pressures have been increased by manufacturers. FL2 is now 1800 bar. A common link to camshaft failures in Eastern Europe is fuel quality. In Western Europe the de-sulphurisation of all fuels has led to a substantial reduction of fuel lubricity. This has a critical impact on highly stressed common rail diesel engines with their HP fuel pumps running at huge pressures. Lubricity in Western Europe following fuel refinement has been by way of adding complex lubricity additives to the fuel prior to sale at the pump. I believe the "route" to camshaft failure is by way of increasing tortional loads placed by the HP fuel pump on the camshaft via its drive coupling, and caused by poor fuel lubricity. The camshaft fails first because it is brittle. The HP pump high carbon steel moving parts are immersed and cooled in fuel and would be unlikely to seize immediately in these circumstances, but eventually would if loads could be taken higher. The vehicles fuel consumption would have increased prior to failure. The link below refers to diesel fuel lubricity research and includes Bosch representatives amongst its authors, manufacturers of the FL2's fuel injection system: http://www.infineum.com/Documents/Fuels%20...1-0848.pdf

02-01-2013:

Yet another steering rack railure, this on an 08 with 66k miles. Apparently, bits of weld from the rack or pump clog the filter and this causes the noise. Land Rover now refusing to accept any liability.

19-01-2013:

Official Brink Thule detachable towbar becomes loose. Was re-designed and Land Rover issued a Service Bulletin on it. But LandRover dealers will not replace FoC if the car is out of its 3 year warranty. They need reminding of the Supreme Court ruling in Clegg v Olle Anderson (trading as Nordic Marine) 2003, because they remain liable indefinitely for any fault present when the product was originally sold.

24-02-2013:

Yet another report of camshaft failure, this on a 2007 Freelander II automatic, leading to an estimate of £9,000 for a new engine.

01-03-2013:

Rear wiper failures seem to be increasingly common.

04-03-2013:

And another report of c amshaft failure, this on a 2008 Freelander II, leading to an estimate of £12,000 for a new engine or £2,100 for a new cylinder head on the existing engine.

16-07-2013:

Report of rear diff bearing needing replacement at 65k miles on 2009/59 Freelander II.

31-07-2013:

EGR then turbo failed on 18 month old 29k mile Freelander II diesel.

15-08-2013:

Another report of rear diff pinion failure, this on a 45k 2006. LR offered 33% goodwill, which is good.

20-08-2013:

45k mile 2009/59 TD4 failed to re-start. Found to be a faulty throttle motor that controls the air supply to the fuel pump. Seems this is so common that Land Rover has reduced the price of the part from £200+ to £98.

22-11-2013:

Freelander II 2.2 diesel can suffer starting problems at high altitudes and low temperatures. Apparently the ECU software can be reprogrammed locally to suit local conditions, we guess to employ some sort of heating element in the fuel filter.

11-04-2014:

2009/59 Land Rover Freelander II bought in July 2013 needed a new rear differential in February 2014, and has since suffered numerous breakdowns requiring a new ECU, repairs to the wiring and a new AWD electronic module.

19-04-2014:

Rear diff failed on 3 year 4 month old Land Rover Freelander II. Initially quoted £1,350, but then the entire cost was met by LandRover leaving owner nothing to pay.

13-05-2014:

On a 12 month old Land Rover Freelander II, the display screen developed a fault of the parking assist screen not going off when building up to normal road speed, occasionally coming on randomly during normal driving. The fault first occurred within one week of delivery from new, and in the last year the vehicle had been into the dealership in Cardiff nine times and spent over fifty days off the road in the workshop. The reader rightly persisted and eventually LandRover sent five technicians to his home who spent a day with the car, eventually pinpointing the fault to a software glitch. The software has now been re-written and the update will be applied to all cars that show the same problem.

14-07-2014:

Another automatic transmission failure reported on a Land Rover Freelander II, this one at seven years old and 59,000 miles.

17-09-2014:

Failed rear diff and engine problems on used 108k miile 2006 Freelander II purchased August 2014.

19-01-2015:

Report of rear diff failure on 39k mile 4 year old Freelander SD4. LandRover paid 75% of cost of repair.

01-06-2015:

Report of 2011 Freelander II automatic shuddering when changing from 1st to 2nd in warm ambient temperatures. First back to the dealer for this in July 2013, then repeatedly, but never resolved.

02-06-2015:

Report of rear diff of 2010 Freelander II failing in France. LR dealer in St Nazaire said it is a common problem and quoted 2k Euros to replace.

10-07-2015:

2011 Freelander II that had previously suffered rear diff failure (fixed under warranty) developed a leak from rear engine main oil seal. Quoted £1,190 to fix, though possibly open to negotiate some goodwill.

19-09-2015:

Subsequent to 10-7-2015 appearing in The Telegraph, further report of same problem on a 2007 Freelander II in September 2014 at 36,924 miles. Cost £526.44 to rectify by LandRover dealer which makes price quoted above look steep.

19-09-2015:

Another rear diff failure reported on 2011 Freelander II at 16,000 miles. Dual mass flywheel damaged by it.

16-11-2015:

Mass airflow Meter of 2008 Freelander II failed and was replaced at cost of £80. Failed again 10 months later so must have been a duff 2nd hand part because they cost £259.88 for the part alone.

22-11-2015:

Transmission problems reported on 40k mile 2011 Freelander II SD4 XS automatic. On starting, message displayed: "transmission fault". Diagnosed as needing a £1,000 part. Later message ceased coming up. Advised to get it checked by a member of the Federation of Automatic Transmission Repairers.

11-12-2015:

Saga of failures of December 2012 Land Rover Freelander 2.2 HSE Luxury purchased with 6,000 miles from official LandRover dealer in 2013 at 6,000 miles. Now has 42,000 miles. LandRover warranty expires 26-12-2015. Car ran fine until December 2014, then broke down as was taken to the Land Rover dealer in Aylesbury who updated the software relating to the steering angle sensor as it was at the wrong revision level. Error message then came up advising of reduced traction and that special programmes had been disabled. Car went back to the Aylesbury dealer who took it in for several days but could not find the fault. Car booked in to supplying dealer in Reading. Reading dealer diagnosed that Aylesbury dealer had loaded wrong software to the steering angle sensor and went on to check the revisions of all other software packages. Car returned to owner and then failed again with same fault. Reading dealer dealer diagnosed that throttle control module was faulty and changed it. Car returned and failed yet again with the same error code. Land Rover Assistance involved, but went back to Reading dealer that once again blamed the throttle control nodule that it had already replaced. They then kept the car for an extended period to try to find the fault. Additionally all the switch controls on the steering wheel started to fail randomly. Reading dealer took dashboard out and found that when they touched a connector between the car's sensors and the computer everything went haywire. So they changed the connector. Car ran okay for a whole then transmission noise began, quietly at first, accompanied by error message 'gearbox fault'. Land Rover Assistance involved and car went back tyo Reading dealer who made a software update to the diff control which Internet research suggested was to extend the error code parameters on the Haldex pump. A few weeks later same gear box fault appeared and noise from transmission got louder. Car went back to Reading dealer again in December 2015 who had it for 3 days and changed the Haldex Pump and the Transfer Box.

11-05-2016:

On 4WD Freelander IIs it is necessary to service the Haldex centre clutch, replacing service filter, cleaning fixed filter and refilling with clean oil every 3 years or 36k miles. Bell Engineering in Shropshire will do it for £130 + VAT. More at http://www.freel2.com

Haldex Clutch Service Photo

24-05-2016:

Power steering failure reported on 19k mile 2013 Freelander II. Metal fragments found in power steering fluid. Apparently, bits of weld from the rack or pump clog the filter and this causes the noise. See 28-11-2011, 25-7-2012, 2-1-2013.

30-07-2016:

Complaint of slight judder when changing up from 1st to 2nd in 2014 LandRover Discovery II. Owners also have an 80k mile 2009 Freelander II that does not exhibit this characteristic. Could be that between the two LandRover switched to a different type of dual mass flywheel.

07-08-2016:

Whining rear diff reported on 2009 Freelander II at 62,000 miles. Rebuilt by local mechanic for £1,000.

08-01-2017:

Another rear differential failure reported, this time on a 2010 Freelander II at 58k miles. Estimate to replace: £600 - £700.

20-02-2017:

Report of owner coming out to his 65k mile 2011 LandRover Freelander II in the morning three times to find all the windows open. If it is not the 'global opening function' of the keyfob, it's moisture getting into the locking and windows ECU inside the driver's door.

11-04-2017:

Report of clogged EGR on 2013 LandRover Freelander II 2.2 diesel at 50k miles, run mainly on supermarket diesel.

22-05-2017:

Complaint that 40,000 mile 4 year old Land Rover Freelander XS 190PS SD4 auto went into limp mode. Turned out that hose from turbo to intercooler had split. Replacing it cost £350.

27-05-2017:

Another complaint of exactly the same as 22-5-2017. Again hose from turbo to intercooler had split. Apparently, the problem is quite common on the 190PS SD4 engine that has a different turbo from the 150PS TD4 engine and the SD4 turbo runs at a higher temperature. This means that the pipe has to expand and contract more. Independent dealer says the problem is well known and has been reported to Land Rover by a lot of independent dealers many times but they refuse to add the pipe onto the standard schedule of checks in the servicing list. The stupid result is that because LR doesn't list it, breakdown services don't look for it as the cause of a breakdown.

11-07-2017:

Report that four year old 2013 LandRover freelander II 2.2D4 diesel needed a new EGR at 30,000 miles at a cost of £1,700. Probably due to a lot of short runs in its 7,500 miles a year.

19-09-2017:

Report of turbo failure in a 2014 Land Rover Freelander at 20,000 miles.

27-11-2017:

After battery of 2012 LandRover Freelander 2 failed and was replaced, car developed electronics problems. Satnav reverted to Belgium, lost saved addresss and failed to take UK postcodes; Performance information mpg, distance travelled, average speed etc. also no longer display and after car went to local LanRover dealer for a failed rectification the door mirrors no longer fold when the car is locked.

13-01-2018:

Report of "traction reduced" warning light comingnup on 2010/60 LandRover Freelander 2 at 38,000 miles. Turned out to be the 4WD Haldex pump on the rear diff. Cost £800 to replace.

01-08-2018:

Report of 2015 LandRover Freelander II going in for a service. On driving away afterwards, owner noticed a distinct lack of power. So much so at roundabouts and traffic lights it was really slow to pull off. He managed to nurse it the 20 miles home, struggling to get up to 70 mph on the Motorway. Turned out that in replacing the air filter the fitter had bent the sensitive prongs of ther mass airflao sensor.

02-08-2018:

LandRover dealers quoted £1,450 to replace the EGR valve, cooler, hoses and gaskets on a 2013 Freelander II 2.2 diesel, stating that in most cases the system will leak if only the EGR is replaced. Against this, an online mechanic is quoting £416 and 1 - 2 hours labour to replace the EGR alone using the existing cooler.

14-08-2018:

Report of Haldex clutch of 2013 Freelander II starting to give trouble at 73k miles.

03-10-2018:

Report of Power Take Off problem with 2011/61 reg LandRover Freelander II at 70,000 mles. Quoted £1,00 to fix.

04-10-2018:

Report of 2010 Landrover Freelander II needing a new rear differential in 2015 at 38,000 miles and now another new diff at 72,000 miles.

19-10-2018:

Report of crankshaft oil seal failure on 2013 LandRover Freelander II automatic.

10-11-2018:

Report of 2011 LandRover Freelander II having Haldex serviced at 55k miles with oil change (done by removal of the unit and upending it to drain all the oil) and new filter as per recommended by LandRover. Shortly afterwards the rear axle developed a whine and was found to need a new pinion bearing, which was fitted by a local transmission specialist.

23-11-2018:

Report of Message Centre on 20,000 mile May 2015 LandRover Freelander 2 DB4 GS automatic coming up with: ERROR! “Transmission fault – reduced traction”. This happened in August 2017. There did not appear to be anything wrong with the transmission and the following day the message had disappeared but it re-appeared (and disappeared) about 4 weeks later. The error message did not appear again until mid April 2018 and again it disappeared. Owner phoned JLR Customer Relations and was advised me that when he next booked his car in for service to ask the Dealer Technician to check "TOPIX" where they would find a "PATHFINDER" software release that would resolve the issue and that would be carried out "Free of charge". The message has not re-appeared since April but when owner took car for service on 9 th August 2018, at Farnell’s new Bolton Dealership premises, he reported the issue. The Technician who carried out the service confirmed that there was no transmission fault, but he was told the "PATHFINDER" software release was not relevant to his car and although a software download was available the work would not be carried out free of charge, it would cost in the region of £155. (See: 13-1-2018; 11-5-2016; 22-11-2015.)

12-01-2019:

Report of judder from drivetrain of 2012 LandRover Freelander II TD4 manual at 60k miles. Occurred particularly when accelerating in 2nd gear. Garage has replaced both front drive shafts, an engine mount and front lower suspension bushes. This improved the judder but it is still evident to a lesser degree when accelerating in 2nd gear. The judder appears to affect the whole car and there is also a metallic knock / clunk when slow manoeuvring. Tyres all replaced by Cross Climates and all brake discs also recently replaced. Probably the Haldex clutch, especially if it has never been serviced.

19-02-2019:

Report of Freelander 2 displaying "gearbox fault, Traction reduced”. Owner tried unplugging the sensor from the Haldex clutch and re-attaching it. But fault warning returned after a short while.

26-02-2019:

Report of turbocharger actuator failure on 2013 LandRover Freelander II at 32,197 miles in September 2018, putting the engine into limp home mode. JLR declined to contribute anything, despite car having been regularly serviced by the local LandRover dealer. Previous reports of turbo failure: 31-7-2014; 19-9-2017. Also reports of limp home due to split hose from turbo to intercooler 22-5-2017 and 27-5-2017. This one eventually turned out to be a split hose at £115.45 plus VAT and fitting .

09-07-2019:

Recommended repairer of AWD system: www.bellengineering.co.uk/

Land Rover Freelander II Stability Control Not Available

07-08-2019:

Report that 2014 LandRover Freelander would not move. Dash display variously showed "Stability control not available. Drive with Care", "ABS Fault", and "HDC not available. System Fault". We thought there might be a problem with the Hill Descent Control, the ABS and the ESP: possibly caused by a fault with a wheel sensor or reluctor ring, or by a fault with the ABS/ESP module, or by a software glitch in ECU, or by the electromechanical parking brakes sticking on. In a Freelander II the problem may be in the Haldex clutch for the 4WD.

31-08-2019:

Report of failure of satnav, radio, bluetooth on 2011 LandRover Freelander II. In addition, the underseat satnav DVD player will not operate. My LandRover dealer ran diagnostics and has quoted £3,300 plus VAT for a new nav module.

16-11-2019:

Report of HB3 9005 headlight bulbs exploding on a LandRover Freelander II after the owner tried fitting high intensity bulbs. He says this failure is so cvommon that Halfords will not fit HB3 9005 bulbs to Freelander IIs.

65 faults reported since 24-5-2011