Used 2005 Land Rover Freelander
Pros & Cons
- Excellent on-road handling for an SUV, permanent all-wheel drive, still capable off-road.
- Expensive for a compact SUV, tight on cargo space, V6 engine on the weak side, no side airbags, SE3's hard top is hard to install.
Edmunds' Expert Review
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.
2005 Highlights
Scorecard
| Overall | undefined / 5 |
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Most helpful consumer reviews
I am writing this review in hopes of deterring and potential buyers from purchasing one of these horrid little automobiles. I do not own one; I am a career mechanic, and we contract with a used car lot to repair their vehicles. They have brought in a number of these Freelanders with mileage ranging from 30k to 80k, and not one of them has been saleable without at least $1k in repairs. Aside from being under powered, lazy/sloppy handling, and interior ergonomics worse than the old Ford Festiva, these things have more mechanical and electrical problems than any other model from any manufacturer. VERY expensive parts and high labor costs. Absolute JUNK!
This is the first car I financed in order to buy this car last minute, I had to scramble to get it. Within the same month of buying it, I had 2 take it back to the dealership because the car wouldn't start, they fixed it then couple of weeks later the temp gauge started lighting up. They looked at it 2x, first stating coolant level down, then claiming the cap containing coolant needed to be replaced, now after 2 wks temp gauge still light red. I then took it to Land Rover dealer and they also recommended engine replacement to the tune of $10k. I was shocked, depressed, and felt like someone just really took advantage of me. I GOT GOTTEN!!
Don't buy the car ever. No matter how little or simple the part it is outrageous in cost. The design and quality of the materials is poor. In a short time I have had to replace the starter, brake light switch, all of the tires, all of the pads, the HDC switch, mass air flow sensor, intake manifold upper because the plastic plenum lever inside broke like it does for literally all of the freelander models, battery, Starter, grounding straps from engine to chassis, fuel pump, fuel filter, the rear cargo door wont open, the drivers side rear window wont open, the sun roof motor has failed, the entire coolant system because all of the lines are brittle plastic that shatters at the slightest touch, the thermostat housing underneath the intake lowers because that too is brittle plastic and cracks frequently, the purge valve solenoid, multiple vacuum lines. valve cover gaskets, oil filter, coolant expansion tank, the plastic radiator that gets brittle because as everyone knows freelanders overheat and run hot. This is all below 100k miles and no rough driving with standard maintenance. the placement of pretty much every part is insane and appears to be designed to fail and be impossible to replace. The vehicle hold value like a leaky sieve, O2 sensors replaced. And to top it all off the ECU has to be replaced and the new ECU has to be programed
Purchased from dealer with 28K miles. Spends most of it's time in the shop. Was told the engine needs to be replaced at 55K miles. Land Rover mechanic says its junk.
Features & Specs
| SE3 2dr AWD SUV 2.5L 6cyl 5A | |
|---|---|
| MPG | 16 city / 19 hwy |
| Seats 5 | |
| 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Gas | |
| 174 hp @ 6250 rpm |
| SE 4dr AWD SUV 2.5L 6cyl 5A | |
|---|---|
| MPG | 16 city / 19 hwy |
| Seats 5 | |
| 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Gas | |
| 174 hp @ 6250 rpm |
Safety
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
| Side Impact Test | Poor |
|---|---|
| Roof Strength Test | Not Tested |
| Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint | Not Tested |
| IIHS Small Overlap Front Test | Not Tested |
| Moderate Overlap Front Test | Acceptable |
FAQ
Is the Land Rover Freelander a good car?
Is the Land Rover Freelander reliable?
Is the 2005 Land Rover Freelander a good car?
How much should I pay for a 2005 Land Rover Freelander?
The least-expensive 2005 Land Rover Freelander is the 2005 Land Rover Freelander SE3 2dr AWD SUV (2.5L 6cyl 5A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $26,830.
Other versions include:
- SE3 2dr AWD SUV (2.5L 6cyl 5A) which starts at $26,830
- SE 4dr AWD SUV (2.5L 6cyl 5A) which starts at $26,830
What are the different models of Land Rover Freelander?
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Used 2005 Land Rover Freelander Overview
The Used 2005 Land Rover Freelander is offered in the following submodels: Freelander SUV. Available styles include SE3 2dr AWD SUV (2.5L 6cyl 5A), and SE 4dr AWD SUV (2.5L 6cyl 5A).
What do people think of the 2005 Land Rover Freelander?
Consumer ratings and reviews are also available for the 2005 Land Rover Freelander and all its trim types. Overall, Edmunds users rate the 2005 Freelander 3.3 on a scale of 1 to 5 stars. Edmunds consumer reviews allow users to sift through aggregated consumer reviews to understand what other drivers are saying about any vehicle in our database. Detailed rating breakdowns (including performance, comfort, value, interior, exterior design, build quality, and reliability) are available as well to provide shoppers with a comprehensive understanding of why customers like the 2005 Freelander.
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