2000 Land Rover Freelander review from Italy
"Stay away. Buy Japanese or American"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Since day one I have had cooling system problems.
I open the hood and the coolant tank was empty!!!
The LR dealer that sold me the card didn't even check the coolant level before delivery.
After 1000 km (76k effective), have had to replace the heater radiator. Covered by dealer warranty.
After 3000 km (79k effective), have had to replace the cooler tank. Covered by dealer warranty.
After 5000 km (81k effective), have had leaking from the new cooler tank. Replace it again. Covered by dealer warranty.
After 10000 km (85k effective), have had to replace the cooling radiator. 20 days waiting because the parts are not available in this country. Covered by dealer warranty.
Didn't cost me anything because it was covered, but this car sucks!!! Waiting warranty expiration to give up and buy a Nissan again...
General comments?
Poor fuel economy. 2500cc that needs 18 liters/100 km in town. On the freeway it needs 12 liters/100 km.
Pretty comfortable.
Gets stuck on snow with standard tires.
Poor air conditioning.
Rear windows open randomly during raining days!!!
Horrible dealer service.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model Year | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | V6 petrol Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5/10 |
| Reliability marks | 2/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 75000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 95000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Nissan Pathfinder |
| Date of Entry | 29th March, 2006 |