Land Rover Freelander Freelander

The Land Rover Freelander Freelander (1997–2006): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 12 versions in the United Kingdom.
Model codes: L314 · Sold in: European Union, United Kingdom, and France
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,370–4,380 mm RDW | 4,422–4,448 mm |
| Width | 1,810 mm RDW | 1,806–1,808 mm |
| Height | 1,710 mm RDW | 1,707–1,753 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,560 mm RDW | 2,565 mm |
| Front track | 1,534 mm ASTRA | – |
| Rear track | 1,545 mm ASTRA | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 1,355–1,593 kg RDW | – |
| Mass in running order | 1,455–1,693 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,960–2,080 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 2,000 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 727–750 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 4–5 RDW | – |
| Doors | 3–5 RDW | – |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 156–182 km/h RDW | – |
| Torque | 160–260 Nm ASTRA | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 215/65R16, 225/55R17, 235/50R18, 195/80R15
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 60.2% (59.9–60.6) | 69.2% | 79,604 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 56.5% | 36.4% |
| Suspension | 45.6% | 41.6% |
| Lights and electrics | 37.0% | 28.8% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 30.2% | 18.6% |
| Tyres | 29.3% | 31.2% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 18.0% | 17.1% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
451 complaints for model years 2002–2005. 7 crashes · 11 fires · 5 injuries
- Engine 289
- Transmission and drivetrain 121
- Electrical system 44
- Fuel system 26
- Visibility and wipers 22
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 12 versions of the Land Rover Freelander Freelander
United Kingdom 12 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–20071.8 2006 Model Year · 1.8 2005 Model Year · 1.8 (06 MY) | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.4 L/100 km NEDC | 248 g/km |
| 2006–20072.0 2005 Model Year · 2.0 2006 Model Year · 2.0 (06 MY) | 2.0 L | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 8.6 L/100 km NEDC | 240 g/km |
| 2006–20072.0 2006 Model Year · 2.0 (06 MY) | 2.0 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 7.7 L/100 km NEDC | 205 g/km |
| 2006–20072.5 V6 · 2.5 V6 (06 MY) | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 12.4 L/100 km NEDC | 298 g/km |
| 20062.0 2005 Model Year | 2.0 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 7.6 L/100 km NEDC | 205 g/km |
| 2001–20041.8 (2001 Model Year) · 1.8 · 1.8 (2003 Model Year) and 1 more trim | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.4 L/100 km NEDC | 248 g/km |
| 2001–20042.0 (2001 Model Year) · 2.0 · 2.0 (2003 Model Year) and 1 more trim | 2.0 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 7.6 L/100 km NEDC | 205 g/km |
| 2003–20042.0 (2003 Model Year) · 2.0 | 2.0 L | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 8.6 L/100 km NEDC | 240 g/km |
| 2001–20042.5 V6 (2001 Model Year) · 2.5 V6 · 2.5 V6 (2003 Model Year) and 1 more trim | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 12.4 L/100 km NEDC | 298 g/km |
| 2001–20032.0 (2001 Model Year) · 2.0 · 2.0 (2002 Model Year) | 2.0 L | Diesel | 5-speed automatic | 8.6 L/100 km NEDC | 240 g/km |
| 2000–20011.8 · 1.8 (2000 Model Year) | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.2 L/100 km NEDC | 248 g/km |
| 2000–20012.0 · 2.0 (2000 Model Year) | 2.0 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 7.7 L/100 km NEDC | 208 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.





