2004 Land Rover Freelander Review
2004 Land Rover Freelander Review
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Pros
- Excellent on-road handling for an SUV, permanent all-wheel drive, still capable off-road.
Cons
- Tight on cargo space even with rear seats folded, V6 engine on the weak side, though ergonomically improved the interior still lacks a modern look, no side airbags.
What’s new
For 2004, the Freelander's exterior has been revamped with a redesigned front bumper and grille; also added are new clear lens headlamps similar to those on the Range Rover. Front and rear bumpers are now body-colored, and in back, the taillamps assume a higher position. In the cabin, the Freelander gets a revised dash, along with new instrumentation, switchgear, door trim panels and front seats. The sport-ute's list of standard equipment grows to include roof rails, tinted windows and an in-dash six-disc CD changer, while the number of available four-door trims shrinks from three to two: SE and HSE. The Freelander's five-speed automatic transmission has also been recalibrated for smoother shifting.
Edmunds says
With less capability than true dirt runners and less of a prestige factor than BMW's X3, it's hard to make much of a case for the Freelander.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2004 Land Rover Freelander SE 4dr AWD SUV (2.5L 6cyl 5A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.50 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$252/mo for Freelander SE
Freelander SE
vs
$184/mo
Avg. Compact SUV
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
5 star(57%)
4 star(21%)
3 star(11%)
2 star(6%)
1 star(5%)
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4.88 out of 5 stars
Very fun to drive
Andrew Gates, 05/17/2010
2004 Land Rover Freelander SE3 2dr AWD SUV (2.5L 6cyl 5A)
It has been almost 2 years driving this car and I really like it. A few months ago I've notice that the fuel consumption was higher than normal. I took it to the Lad Rover Dealer and they said it was the fuel pump. For my surprise, I did not have to pay for anything, since it was a recall. If you drive a 2004 Freelander, take it to the dealer to get the fuel pump replaced. I also noticed … that after the fix, the gear changes are more smooth.
3.38 out of 5 stars
Mine is ok
azetterm1, 04/09/2010
2004 Land Rover Freelander HSE 4dr AWD SUV (2.5L 6cyl 5A)
After reading a lot of negative reviews on-line about the Freelander I decided to purchase one anyway, figuring that most people that wright reviews do so because they have had a problem. I was right, I have had my Land Rover for 6 months now with no problems except a dead battery, which is normal after 6 years. I checked the carfax report before I purchased the vehicle and there were … no issues in the past. Some common problems that I read online were brake issues, thou I have not had any problems I upgraded the brakes anyway just to be on the safe side. Brakes warp because of heat, so I added slotted brake rotors which improve ventilation and ceramic pads which create less heat and dust.
4.25 out of 5 stars
I love my Freelander
KATHLEENC, 04/29/2010
2004 Land Rover Freelander HSE 4dr AWD SUV (2.5L 6cyl 5A)
I did my homework before buying and wasn't discouraged by some of the bad reviews. Am I ever glad! It is very reliable, I have never spent less on repairs, looks great. The AWD works extremely well in Snow and I feel very safe in all weather conditions - which is important with my kids in the vehicle. Maybe some Freelander's are lemons but mine is a GEM. The other good thing about this … vehicle is that it is unique - not a lot of others on the road. Excellent handling and performance.
4.75 out of 5 stars
"You Don't Know What You're Missing!"
New England Driver, 01/06/2005
2004 Land Rover Freelander HSE 4dr AWD SUV (2.5L 6cyl 5A)
After 8+ months of ownership of my HSE (better known as Land Rover's best kept secret), I am relieved to know that the critics were wrong! This head-turner is the most responsive and fun-to-drive SUV I have ever owened. Other than a few cosmetic flaws, I am very pleased with its driving responsiveness. As a further compliment to Land Rover, another household member bought one also!
2004 Freelander Highlights
SE
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $25,330 |
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Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 17 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $252/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 19.3 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | all wheel drive |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
Safety
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalAcceptable
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalPoor
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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