Land Rover Freelander 2 with Powerful Engines Under the Hood

It is a bit more powerful and all wheel’s drive configuration makes it better to deal with slippery conditions

Land Rover Freelander 2 is a vehicle to makes a strong impression with its engine performance. Diesel engine ED4 is capable of 148bhp and pulls it nicely over tough tracks while returning good fuel economy. This 2.2-litre Land Rover diesel engine of is a refined machine by engineers of the carmaker. This SUV came with both front wheels and all wheels drive configuration. The earlier is definitely for better fuel economy and low carbon emission. In fact, ED4 engine is for the front wheels drive model of Freelander 2 whereas other diesel units come with all wheel’s drive configuration.

TD4 unit is considered best for this robust car. It is a bit more powerful and all wheels drive configuration makes it better to deal with slippery conditions. Turbodiesel unit makes 158bhp and 295lb ft. torque at 2000rpm. manual gearbox gives you full control over changing gears and shifting ratio. Wading through water and dealing with muddy tracks are only possible when the engine has the muscle to keep pulling. For cruising on smooth motorways, you only need to push the speed pedal.

This Freelander 2 i6 is sharp to accelerate

Strongly build Freelander 2 has a petrol engine under the hood as well. It is capable of doing sprints in less time and reaches 62mph speed mark in 8.2 seconds. Fuel economy of 25.2mpg takes this car to a distance of 100km in 11.2 litres. The Maximum speed of this model of Freelander 2 in 200km/h or 124mph. This model has its own appeal and six cylinders unit performance makes it attractive. It is capable of 230bhp. The engine has been paired with a six-speed sequential gearbox. All wheel’s drive petrol engine model has a strong appeal for buyers having a deep pocket.

This Freelander 2 i6 is sharp to accelerate, good in handling and comfortable for passengers. The compact SUV class has a number of strong contenders with potent machines under the hood. Land Rover has made it nice to drive with the precise steering wheel. Land Rover has developed the SUV to perform at the desired level. A Strong engine underhood also produces a high amount of carbon so a greener engine means less powerful. The diesel engine is particularly not good in this regard. Driving style also impacts carbon emission figures.

SD4 version is the most powerful among diesel units

Look at the car strong and to match Freelander 2 appearance Land Rover has placed strong engines under the bonnet. You can choose from either petrol or one of two diesel units. This liberty fulfils the desire of a variety of buyers. To meet limitations set by Euro institutes 2.2-litre diesel could be the only choice. More than that may not meet Euro standards. SD4 version is the most powerful among diesel units for Freelander.

This TD4 variant is capable of 190bhp. It has been paired with six-speed auto transmissions and all-wheel drive standards. Its sprint time is also short than the variant of 150bhp. Running cost is also higher so buyers decide on the type of engine as per their requirements and affordability. More power means higher running costs and more emissions too. Not only running costs but annual road tax is also a concern.

A number of special editions have also been introduced

The most economical of the engines is ED4, which ensures little more than 47mpg and carbon emission remains 158g/km. When you move to a TD4 unit having a sporty drive configuration and a bit extra horsepower then fuel economy drops to 45.6mpg and carbon emission rises to 165g/km. In the same manner 190bhp version returns only 40.4mpg and emission jumps to 185g/km. Thus, Land Rover Freelander 2 with SD4 units is the most expensive and the annual road tax highest. Inline 6 petrol unit returns fuel average of 25mpg and carbon emission is 265g/km so few will find it a practical choice for this vehicle. The petrol engine for Freelander 2 remained available till 2008. In used conditions Freelander 2 with all these engines are present in the market. These vehicles are strong so their life extends beyond the warranty period. A number of special editions have also been introduced by Land Rover of Freelander 2, particularly near the end of life of the vehicle. By introducing the front wheels drive configuration Land Rover made it the first of its kind from Land Rover. A terrain response system is also offered with these vehicles to make them befitting off-road vehicles. Drive dynamics help the engine to shine.