Overview & Reviews

User Reviews:

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  What are the complaints about? - 2002 Land Rover Freelander
  By Jaybird - October 16 - 5:50 am

  I have had this vehicle for about a month now and am very impressed with it. I am averaging 23 mpg and no mechanical problems. I have read many negative reviews about this vehicle and have figured out why. First, this is not a sports car. I can see why people have to have engines replaced. The engine requires synthetic oil only. It has enough power to do the job but can see people flooring it all the time because it "just isnt enough" and that takes it toll on an engine, as is also true for the transmission. The brakes are disc- front/drum back so you cannot stand on the brakes all the time and not expect to replace pads very often. Its a luxury SUV treat it good, it will reciprocate.

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  Renamed ****lander - 2003 Land Rover Freelander
  By Dawson - October 10 - 12:50 pm

  Wow, What a huge mistake this Small SUV is. All I can say is thank god We purchased an extended warranty. We paid $14,000 for this car and have had close to $20,000 in repairs in 2 years! We blew the original motor at 80,000 km and that was replaced. Within 10,000 km that replacement motor blew. Covered under land rover warranty. Not really sure that a "new" motor was ever put in. what a pile of garbage.

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  Mixed Emotions - 2003 Land Rover Freelander
  By St. Louis Owner - October 2 - 2:00 am

  I have a love/hate relationship with my Freelander. The quality isnt what I would expect from LR. Two main issues I have had is watering spraying out of the AC after 10 minutes of driving and problems with my locks. I have had it in the shop at least 7 times to have the AC fixed but they couldnt figure it out and their answer was That is how the car was designed. I am VERY DISAPPOINTED with the customer service group at Land Rover. I hope you do not have to deal with them for any complaints. Very rude people. Dont get me wrong, I still love my freelander but I now second guess if I over paid for something I had higher expectations for.

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  Fun to Drive only - 2002 Land Rover Freelander
  By locoant - October 2 - 2:00 am

  This car is not to be taken anywhere that debris may hit it. IT WILL BREAK!!! Underside real susceptable to damage. Dealership suspects customer for all damage and they check it accordingly. Also dealer will treat you like your second class because you bought the CHEAP model. This car sucks 2002 Lemon lawed due to main seals in the engine. 2003 had a main seal go at about 2500 miles.

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  My second Freelander - 2005 Land Rover Freelander
  By Brocktoon - September 26 - 10:06 pm

  I traded my 2003 Freelander in on a new 2005 last month. Going with the Freelanders is the best decision I ever made when it comes to cars. Why are there so many freelander complainers? Who knows, but its the best selling truck in Europe, and they cant be all wrong. The 2005 is a definite improvement over the 03 in terms of looks and comfort. Dont listen to people who say this is not a capable car, I had the 03 in mud up to the doorhandles and we made it out fine. Try that in any other SUV for the price. If you are considering purchase, yes they do require some "care and feeding", but check out some web enthusiast sites first and get the real story.

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  Freelander solved a major problem! - 2002 Land Rover Freelander
  By Davey - September 25 - 10:00 am

  I just brought a freeland and think it rocks! The Nissan Exterra is TOTAL CRAP compared to this! Also, Land Rover solved a major problem that I had! Most 4x4s you have to shift into 4 wheel drive mode. When you do not use it much the gera get dried out and it stops working right! With this it is full time 4 wheel drive and thus the above problem is sloved!

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  typical Brit engineering - 2004 Land Rover Freelander
  By LarryG - September 11 - 10:00 am

  2002 SE Expect brakes and rotors to go every 15K Fuel economy 12mpg at best, even on 1000 mile highway trip Power not close to the Liberty

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  I still have money for the groceries! - 2003 Land Rover Freelander
  By ev barrett - September 7 - 2:00 am

  This vehicle despite the price is a complete SUV. It performs well and is very comfortable for a 6 ft plus person. Window controls on the center console is a little awkward, smoke occasionaly rising from under the hood still mystifies me, but with only only one recall so far, Im pleased. Seventeen inch wheels really set it off, and manufacturer incentive financing makes it a deal.

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  Freelander - 2003 Land Rover Freelander
  By Geoff B - August 28 - 10:00 am

  Freelander is an excellent SUV. Performs well for both on road an off- road applications. Surprisingly more able than expected off-road. Has great driving position. Major draw-back is poor fuel economy combined with small fuel tank limiting range.

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  2004 Freelander-A Must Have - 2004 Land Rover Freelander
  By Lrover1 - August 15 - 2:00 am

  Ive traveled in Europe quite often, and noticed Freelanders on almost every corner. I decided to test out the European best seller and was quite impressed. Land Rover did a great job with its 04 design. It is very impressive off-road!