People love the Freelander 2 - here’s why!

The Land Rover Freelander 2 - I see them everywhere and people online seem to love them. But why? Well that is exactly what I wanted to find out in this video. It’s not quite an owners review, but based on my research and from talking to owners, I can now safely say why the Freelander 2 is so popular.

The Land Rover Freelander 2 is a compact luxury crossover SUV produced by the British manufacturer Land Rover from 2006 to 2014. It features off-road capability, a refined interior, and a choice of petrol and diesel engines, catering to both urban and adventurous driving. In this video I drive a Freelander 2, and talk to owner’s to find out what makes this vehicle so popular amongst owners.

0:00 Intro
0:35 This owner loves it
1:56 Driving experience
3:15 What other owners like
5:12 Why people love the Freelander 2
6:35 What people don’t like
8:18 Conclusion

[Mazarronwhite]

I bought my FL2 in Leeds in 2017 with 67K on the clock. It was 6 years old at the time. The body work was mint so forked out the £11k the dealer was asking. Moved to Spain that same year and the FL2 now has 151k miles on the clock. The bodywork is still immaculate when washed and polished. As a former company car owner you tend not to worry about services and maintenance. However this car has had my utmost respect with lots of proactive oil changes brake changes cam belt change and all associated stuff. It starts first time every time. Battery changed every 3 years. I’m hoping to keep her going for at least another 7 years when she will be 20 years old.🤞🤞

[TheSpuggy]

I sold my 2010 FL2 to a mate 4 years ago when I bought a 2014 one as I had done 120, 000 miles in it. He complained to me recently because a rear wheel bearing had to be replaced but it was the first thing that has gone wrong with it now at 280, 000 miles. It’s still in immaculate condition. Best Land Rover I have had, and I’ve had every model since 1978 until 2014

[paulkilroy]

I've got a 2010 HSE in Bali blue with the beige interior and I've had it from new. In the 14 years I've had my Freelander 2 it has never let me down, it's definitely the best and most reliable vehicle I've ever owned.

[skylark-sdic]

I had one for 10 years and it was great. Towed a horse box with 1 horse fine. Have since upgraded to a 2.2 Discovery Sport and it is a big step up in refinement, technology, smooth driving, etc.

[zeb]

I bought one few weeks ago. Very pleased with the vehicle even though the engine sounds a bit agricultural when you start it on cold. Its returning 36mpg which isn't bad for a car which is about as aerodynamic as a brick going sidewards. Pleasant to drive with all the luxuries.

[marksmith]

I bought a 62 plate HSE recently. It’s in lovely condition and has had a shed load of money spent on it. It’s my first Landrover and it looks amazing. It’s luxurious inside and very comfortable. I bought it to use a radio car on stage rallies and it is the ideal vehicle for that role. Actually it’s a bit too nice to be driving down a muddy rally stage but it’s more than capable. Every time I look at it, it makes me smile. Not many cars I’ve owned did that like this does

[andywarren]

I tipped passed the quarter million mile mark in mine a little while ago. There’s been a bit of work along the way, as you might expect. Its done all the usual tip runs, holidays crammed to the roof and a few field trips. Brilliant car.

[clivefinnimore]

I’ve just picked up a 17 year old freelander 2 setd4 with only 59000 miles and full service history & love it 👍 so far no issues…. thank you for the vid… nicely done 🤛

[badrallach]

Absolutely love my freelander 2, had it 4 years now and it's brilliant. As for things breaking, that happens to every car and like every car, it should be serviced properly. Oil & filter every 6 months, fuel filter every 2 years, haldex every 3 years, timing belt at 8or9 and don't forget the big 10 year service. All fluids front to back Including auto box fluid. Find a good independent LR garage and you'll be fine. Mine has cost around £4 k to repair and service over 4 years and its worth every penny. Its alot of car for the money and I'll keep it as long as I possibly can. Great video, nice to hear other sensible owners agreeing how good they are. 👏👍

[albertsnijders]

Owned one (Freelander 2 4TD HSE green with two tone interior) for 17 years. Never had any issue with it and loved the car. I had to sell it unfortunately due to changed emission regulations in the major cities in Belgium where I live (Brussels, Antwerp ..) which resulted in several fines at first and a tough decision to say my goodbyes. If not, I would still be driving it for many years to come.

[annfraser]

We love them in the Highlands...mine 140, 000 HSE 2011. Great care for the area. Pretty robust and hanging on to it until it dies.

[royfisher]

My 2013 he’s lux has been great 127000 miles apart from door locks and a turbo hose, easy diy jobs, it’s just needed regular servicing, no intention of parting with it.

[struanrobertson]

I have a 2011 XS FL2. The most capable car I've ever owned. Comfortable, safe, good looking and not overly complicated.

[michaelstanley]

Door locks, Intercooler hose, throttle body, 2 sets of tyres, Love it...have owned for 10 years, 113k miles, like any Land Rover it comes with a free bag of spanner's. Just done all the fluids, transfer box's, gearbox, serviced the haldex unit changed the engine top and bottom tie bars and all hoses now silicon. The car has never let me down, I've put 60k on her but with the age and mileage maintenance is king. She drives great, smooth gear change, responsive steering, yes the engine growls a bit, but it is a Peugeot don't forget and most components are Volvo or Ford which helps. The most versatile 4 x 4 by far. Owes me nothing. And scrubs up really

[rileyparrish]

My 2010 is 14 years old and still mint, no creaks, everything works...unbelieveable car.

[timskelton]

On second Freelander. First is still around an 07 plate and now has 300k on it. Have a facelift model now and all good with 90 k and 11 yrs old. Very reliable car. Only things are the rear tailgate lock that fails and door handle locks as mentioned . The passenger door lock failed this weekend!

[johanslabbert]

Ex FL2 owner here. 2013 SD4 HSE.
It’s a brilliant all round vehicle. Competent at so many things. Easy to drive, plenty fast enough, decently spacious and exceedingly comfortable ride.
They’re a little old by now but if you can find one in good condition I highly recommend it.

[Bobswann]

Got one.. Live in Spain. 2009 bodywork like new superb car.. Just about to replace rear door locks but no big deal. Change oil and filter often and don't forget haldex and it will go forever

[bumpffslam]

I have owned and driven FL2s for the last 13 years and driven over 240, 000 kms. I have had 2 previous FL2s - both had failed Power Transfer Units, door lock failures and some other small issues. Six months ago, I was luck to find my current 2014 FL2 with just 33, 000km when I bought it - as good as new and a quarter of the price of a new Disco Sport!
I like FL2 because they are mechanically and electrically relatively simple and easy to maintain compared with recent cars. They don't have the nightmare timing chain that later Disco Sport and Evoque have. Here is Australia they don't have a DPF to worry about. I can service these cars myself at relatively low cost and the parts are easily available. There is also great support available on the LR forums.
Some will say its a dressed up Ford Mondeo (lots of its parts are stamped Fordco and the TD engine is the same) - I see that as a benefit. Some critics call it a LR 'Pretender' - so what, I know its a very capable vehicle. I regard it as a economical (fuel and fixed costs), robust, workhorse that does everything I need of a car in style and comfort.
I intend to own my current FL2 for at least the next 10 years. No doubt it will have some issues but unlikely to be be anything that no one has seen before.

[FreelanderAdventuresSA]

My 2011 HSE SD4 has just ticked over to 215 000km. Bought it in 2019 with 156 000km on and havent had any major issues. Fitted 265/65/17 tyres, roof rack with a side awning and spotlights on the rack. Only major issues right now, haldex is leaking oil. And I might have to do rear wheel bearings. Love this car!