Land Rover Freelander Station Wagon 1.8 GS 5d (2001/Y) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
A fair price, all considered.
Costs
Should have gone for the diesel model despite the higher initial cost.
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On the road
Driving
Precise steering and tidy handling. Large A pillars obscure view at junctions.
Performance
1.8 litre petrol is not enough for a car of this size - go for diesel or V6.
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Living with it
Reliability
Problems with loose fuel hose and noisy brakes have been resolved. No recent probs.
Image
A great design.
Comfort
Engine is not smooth or quiet enough when accelerating, otherwise a good cruiser. Back seat passengers can get thrown about on bends.
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Security and Service
Service
Very prompt on call outs.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Incorrectly fitted fuel pipe. Noisy steering rack. Noisy brakes.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No