Land Rover "Freelander 2" - the compact SUV

For the First time the name of the "Freelander" was introduced in 1997 by Land Rover to refer to compact SUVs, which were produced under its name.
 a Project of this crossover originates in the second half of the 1980s. the Company Rover Group, a subsidiary of which was Land Rover, conducted a study of the markets. It gave the green light to future model, codenamed "Freelander". However, while the money to implement innovations at Rover Groups were not. Then the British decided to look for a partner assistant. The necessary funds were found only at the end of 1994, when the German concern BMW has decided to buy the bankrupt by the time the Rover Group.

this money was spent on the preparation of the Assembly plant in Solihull, and the development of the car, which lasted more than three years, engineers engaged in the UK.
 Debut for the model was 1997. In 2006, introduces a new generation of Land Rover Freelander 2, which can be equipped with two engines. First, it six-cylinder power 233 HP, second, it's turbodiesel four-cylinder design with a capacity of 170 HP Engine gives you the ability to accelerate to 100 km/h in 8,8 seconds and reach a top speed of 200 km/h, while consuming 11.3 liters of gasoline per 100 km. It is complemented by the new six-speed gearbox - automatic, which can be switched to manual and sport mode. Its transverse installation had a positive impact on the safety of the car and its interior volume. Turbodiesel, in turn, can develop a torque of about 400 Nm. Fuel consumption - 7.7 liters per 100 km.

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Land Rover Freelander 2 on 50 mm is longer than the first generation models, but despite this, in his cabin, much more space for the shoulders, head and feet of the passengers and the driver. A large area of glazing creates a sense of space, and the rear row of seats is located above the front, which gives its passengers the opportunity to enjoy fully the surrounding landscape. The appearance of a model Land Rover Freelander 2 reviews owners describe as very modern. 
 Its five-door body is characterized by a high degree of rigidity. This all-wheel drive. It has a fully independent suspension and uses the latest control system. There is a rain sensor, starter button, Parking sensors, bi-xenon headlights, air conditioning. Here is far not the full list of standard models Land Rover Freelander 2.

2011 brought some additional changes in external and internal content cars. So, the updated impressive complex used in the model of the latest technologies. For example, the "Start/Stop" helps reduce emissions and improve fuel efficiency. In the list of options you can now add tinted glass rear doors, front and rear Parking sensors, climate control (automatic), sport wheels light alloy, exterior mirrors electrically.

With all the additions to the trim levels Land Rover Freelander 2 is flawless in all respects by car. The ride and luxury interior highlighted with soft seats with leather trim and electric adjustment. They combine perfectly with the legendary capacity of this Land Rover. Amazingly manageable and incredibly comfortable in any conditions, he gives genuine driving pleasure both on asphalt and on dirt roads.