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2003 Range Rover Freelander
cvandiver, 05/15/2012
2003 Land Rover Freelander S 4dr AWD SUV (2.5L 6cyl 5A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
Just purchased a 2003 Land Rover, I have had this for 1 week and it is already given me problems. The first day I found out ignition key will not unlock the drivers door, which by the way is the only lock on this rig besides the tailgate, the gas cap fell apart in my hands, the gas mileage is really bad. Driving today it is shifting on its own going down the road, but is shifting hard. The dash is blinking 4F and is says that it is decending down hill,. Being in park is it saying 4F. I took it to the dealership had their mechanic come out and take a look, he checked it out and is saying that I have a Transmition Problem. This is NOT GOOD, used dealer is not anwering our calls to him,NOT GOOD
Terrible engine and transmission
dukesush, 04/13/2013
updated 04/18/2016
2003 Land Rover Freelander SE 4dr AWD SUV (2.5L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Had to replace the engine then required major transmission repairs. (@ 120,000kms ) Incredibly expensive to maintain in western Canada. When running well it as a nice ride and very capable 4x4. Too bad about the terrible engine and transmission design. Was happy to get my money back out of it due to decent resale value.
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Still love it.
OrangeSE3, 08/10/2010
2003 Land Rover Freelander SE3 2dr AWD SUV (2.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I purchased mine used in 2004. Did have a coolant/oil issue. Land Rover replaced the engine under original manufacturers warranty and I've not had an issue since. I average around 22 MPG. It's a great vehicle and fun to drive. Handles amazing in the snow.
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sheyrend, 06/16/2011
2003 Land Rover Freelander SE 4dr AWD SUV (2.5L 6cyl 5A)
9 of 13 people found this review helpful
We recently helped purchase this vehicle for our son for college. We wish we would have read these reviews first. We had the vehicle a week, and it overheated. Our son never has had the chance to drive it, but now has a car payment - and repair costs worth twice the cost of the vehicle. The thermostat repair is over $900, the oxygen sensors $1100, and now the head gasket and sleeve repair, over $7500. Needless to say, the vehicle cost $6500, and now the repairs have more than doubled that. I have contacted multiple class action lawyers today. Hopefully something can come of this, and this can ber rectified!
Great to drive, for 2 only though
johnmpc94, 05/08/2010
2003 Land Rover Freelander SE 4dr AWD SUV (2.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought this SUV used, and have had no problems yet. Vehicle was recalled once, and we spent 1hr 30mins at the dealer, then left with the entire vehicle smelling like gas. Fast for a 2.5L V6, handles like a go-cart, and comfortable for the driver. Passengers in the back seat suffer. Seats at near 90 degree angles, and are hard as concrete. Not good for people who grocery-shop with the family, as the cargo area doesn't have enough room for two weeks worth of meals. I've noticed lately that the back hatch is having trouble as well. When closed, the back glass doesn't go up correctly. Only thing wrong with it is the back left power window, which hasn't worked since we bought it. Otherwise great.