Images: Land Rover L359 Freelander 2 (2007-14)
Released in June 2007, the Land Rover L359 Series I (L359.I) Freelander 2 was a compact, all-wheel drive SUV. Manufactured in Halewood, England, the Freelander 2 range initially consisted of the 2.2 Td4 and 3.2 Si6 variants, both of which were available in two editions: SE and HSE. In August 2009, however, the range was expanded with the 2.2 Td4_e… Read full Land Rover L359 Freelander 2 review
Images: Land Rover L359.II Freelander 2 (2010-12)
Released in December 2010, the Land Rover L359 Series II (L359.II) Freelander 2 introduced a revised line-up, improved equipment levels and cosmetic updates. The range was expanded by the 2.2 SD4 variant which was powered by a more powerful 2.2-litre turbo-diesel engine than the Td4. Although the Td4_e variant was discontinued, the 2.2 Td4 six-speed manual continued to feature idle-stop, which was upgraded with a bi-directional crank position sensor for reduced cranking times and lower noise levels. The Land Rover L359.II Freelander 2 could be identified by its new front bumper, grille, head- and tail-lights, door mirrors and chrome tailgate trim.
Images: Land Rover L359.III Freelander 2 (2012-14)
Released in December 2012, the Land Rover L359 Series III (L359.III) Freelander 2 introduced a revised range as the 3.2 Si6 variant was replaced by the 2.0 Si4 and a range-topping HSE Luxury edition was added. The Land Rover L359.III Freelander 2 could be identified by its new 17-inch alloy wheels, bolder tail-lights and daytime LED running lights for SE variants and above. Inside, however, there was a new centre console with five- or seven-inch colour displays (depending on variant), a new instrument cluster with a five-inch screen positioned between the instrument dials, a power-operated park brake and the Terrain Response dial was replaced by switch-based system.
