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Land Rover Freelander II (facelift 2012) 2.2 TD4 (150 Hp) AWD
Overall Rating
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 (~7.4 l/100km). With a weight of 1785 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 11.7 s). The top speed reaches 181 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 TD4 (150 Hp) AWD Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers a balanced performance for daily driving and light off-road excursions, though not particularly quick.
Fuel Economy
Achieves commendable fuel efficiency for an AWD SUV, especially with the manual gearbox.
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 TD4 (150 Hp) AWD |
| 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: | 150 Hp @ 4000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 68.8 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 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 85 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 96 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 15.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 7.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 181 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.9 kg/Hp, 84 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.3 kg/Nm, 235.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1785 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 68 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4500 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 2195 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1740 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2660 mm 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 | Manual |
| 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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