Land Rover Freelander Hardback 2.0 XE Di 3d (1998/S) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Prices now dropping, I paid £3500 for mine and think its well worth it. The rear seat accommodation AND boot space is exactly the same in the 3 door and 5 door; its the same body size!
Costs
36+ mpg, very respectable for a 4x4. Dealer parts seem pricey, but can be sourced elsewhere cheaper.
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On the road
Driving
My first 4x4, but this handles and feels very car like.
Performance
A bit slow to get going, then ok.
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Living with it
Reliability
bad oil leak due to £85 rusty pipe
Image
great looks and very useful car. great with the top off in summer
Comfort
Had better, had worse. Hard top version definitely has extra headroom due to the sunroof type.
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Security and Service
Security
Alarm and immobiliser as standard.
Service
done all servicing myself, quite easy once undertray removed
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Rusted through oil pipe.
Other
Viscous coupling tightens up on full lock, causing uneven rear tyre wear.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes