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Used 2002 Land Rover Freelander Consumer Reviews

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2 out of 5 stars

BAD BREAKS

stephen , 03/25/2004
2002 Land Rover Freelander SE 4dr AWD SUV (2.5L 6cyl 5A)
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what is up with the breaks on this car? a new car that needs breaks We will never purchase another one of these vehicles or recommend one to are friends.when communicating with the service dept., at Hubacher Cadillac in Sacramento Ca. my wife was told that it has been a problem and the brakes on the freelander are needing replacement after 15,000. When the brakes fail they go metal to metal without warning very strange and dangerous to drive. Maybe we should park are freelander across the street from the dealer ship with a big sign on it as to what is wrong with this car. Oh by the way when the brakes go out there is know warning.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Mine's been fine for 5 years

ESSDEE, 05/14/2007
2002 Land Rover Freelander S 4dr AWD SUV (2.5L 6cyl 5A)
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The only repeat problem I have had with mine is the left rear window operator has broken twice. The AC is a little on the anemic side, but I knew that when I bought it - besides it's an open windows type of truck. This is not a luxury SUV, if that's what you want, look at an Acura or Lexus. It's a funky small SUV that will get you thru any bad weather conditions. I have never had the truck break down, fail to start, overheat, etc. It has made funky noises, odd warning lights, and burned out lights on occasion. I am thinking of replacing it with an LR2 simply because I would like a little more acceleration and I really like the flame orange color.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Awesome Vehicle

Jaime911, 04/16/2007
2002 Land Rover Freelander SE 4dr AWD SUV (2.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I purchased my vehicle back in March 2007. I love it! It rides great and makes me feel safe when I drive it. The extras in it are worth it! I recommend this vehicle to anyone!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Love This Car

Schully, 04/28/2002
2002 Land Rover Freelander S 4dr AWD SUV (2.5L 6cyl 5A)
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After reading the mixed reviews posted on this message board, I have to admit I was a little skeptical about the Freelander. However I didn't want to rule it out until I drove it. During the test drive I realized that the people leaving the bad reviews must never have driven one. The second I put the car in drive, I was in love. Ford, Mazda and Jeep should not even be in the same class. There is no way to fully explain it. All I have to say is drive one for your self. I just picked up my new one yesterday and I am very very pleased. The only negitive thing I can say is that I wish there were arm rests.

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2.5 out of 5 stars

Been there done that

Shermie, 01/12/2009
2002 Land Rover Freelander SE 4dr AWD SUV (2.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Purchased a brand new Freelander and it is the only regret I have in my life. So you can assume exactly what kind of ownership experience my family and I had to endure for over 5 years. When the motor finally dies at 58Kmiles, and the transmission had been slipping for 1 year, the car still smelled brand new when it was sold for scrap parts. Never ever buy a Freelander, unless you have a high tolerance for a cheaply built, outsourced funky japanese tranny and a Chiness built motor with epoxy glue holding the cylinder sleeves together. The 5 years of missing coolant was nothing compared to what this car did to my life and finances. Pure junk.

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