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New car lines - Freelander facelifted
publication date: Aug 5, 2010
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author/source: Robin Roberts
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The 2011 Freelander 2 model range on sale in the UK
from the end of September 2010 has a new 2.2-litre diesel engine
available with either 150PS or 190PS outputs, a new look exterior plus
interior alterations including new instrument dials and a new Premium
Pack option.
Land Rover's new turbo diesel engine is available in the 4WD TD4 150PS
model featuring a manual transmission and intelligent Stop/Start
technology as standard (an automatic gearbox without Stop/Start is
available as a cost option), or the new SD4 model delivering 190PS
(available in automatic transmission only).
This new engine is quieter, more efficient and both derivatives have
20Nm more torque than the outgoing engine. This means the 2011
Freelander 2 offers improved engine response and more mid-range strength
for towing. CO2 emissions have been significantly reduced to 165g/km
and 185g/km respectively with corresponding fuel economy benefits.
However, despite reductions in consumption and emissions, there has been
no compromise in performance. The flagship 190PS Freelander SD4
accelerates from rest to 60mph in 8.7 seconds with an increased top
speed of 118mph. The Freelander 150PS TD4 manual and automatic versions
match the performance of their predecessors.
As well as being upgraded from EU4 to EU5, both versions have a new
variable geometry turbocharger and have been extensively re-calibrated
to deliver new levels of power, meet emissions regulations and reduce
CO2 emissions. They are fitted with a catalysed diesel particulate
filter as standard and are now compatible with 10 per cent biodiesel
rather than 5 per cent.
As an addition to the Freelander 2 range, Land Rover will also offer
customers a 2WD derivative, available in the UK from January 2011. This
will be called the Freelander 2 eD4 and it will be the most efficient
Land Rover ever produced, with fuel consumption of 47.2mpg combined, and
CO2 emissions of just 158g/km.
The exterior of the latest Freelander 2 gets a new look for 2011.
Marked out by a new front bumper assembly incorporating new front fog
lap bezels, a new front grille finish, improved headlights and tail
lamps, new full width tailgate appliqué and new 18- or 19-inch alloy
wheel styles. There are three new colour schemes for 2011 Kosrae Green,
Baltic Blue and Fuji White.
Inside the cabin, Land Rover's design team has revised the instrument
dials, and there are four new seat styles with the option of a Premium
Pack that includes Windsor Leather upholstery, an 8/6 way electric seat,
plus premium carpet mats and covered centre stowage.
Prices rise from £21,695 for the 150ps GS manual to £35,510 for the 190ps HSE Automatic but prices have not yet been revealed for the 2WD versions in January. | | |
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