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Land Rover Freelander II (facelift 2012) 2.2 SD4 (190 Hp) AWD Automatic
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Land Rover Freelander:
The Land Rover Freelander is a series of four-wheel-drive vehicles that was manufactured and marketed by Land Rover from 1997 to 2015. The second generation was sold from 2007 to 2015 in North America and the Middle East as the LR2 and in Europe as the Freelander 2. The Freelander was sold in both two-wheel and four-wheel drive versions. The name 'Freelander' is derived from the combination of 'Freedom' and 'Lander'.
After having built exclusively body-on-frame 4WD vehicles for half a century, the first generation Freelander was the brand's first model to use monocoque structures, and was offered in three- and five-door body options, including a semi soft-top. The second generation dropped all two-door options, leaving only a five-door estate car-like body, and – after 62 years – became the brand's first ever to offer a two-wheel drive option....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II (facelift 2012) Overview:
Land Rover Freelander (II (facelift 2012)). With 420 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.7 l/100km). With a weight of 1805 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.5 s). The top speed reaches 190 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.2 SD4 (190 Hp) AWD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers robust and refined diesel power, providing excellent torque for confident overtaking, towing, and off-road capability.
Fuel Economy
Achieves a very respectable balance of power and fuel efficiency for a premium automatic AWD diesel SUV.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent off-road capability for its class
- • Comfortable and refined ride quality
- • Premium interior feel and robust build
- • Strong and efficient diesel engine options (SD4)
- • Improved reliability compared to previous generations
Cons:
- • Higher fuel consumption for petrol engines
- • Some interior plastics feel dated compared to rivals
- • Potential for higher maintenance and running costs
- • Not as agile on-road as some German competitors
- • Limited rear legroom for taller passengers
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II (facelift 2010): 2010 - 2012).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Land Rover |
| Model: | Freelander |
| Generation: | II (facelift 2012) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.2 SD4 (190 Hp) AWD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2012 |
| End of production: | 2014 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 190 Hp @ 3500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 87.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 420 Nm @ 1750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 224DT [Same engine] More details about the engine 224DT |
| Engine displacement: | 2179 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.9 l |
| Coolant: | 8.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 85 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 96 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 15.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 190 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.5 kg/Hp, 105.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.3 kg/Nm, 232.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1805 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 68 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4500 mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 2195 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1740 mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2660 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2195 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.3 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring |
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