Land Rover Freelander reliability, MPG and running costs
Figures updated
The Land Rover Freelander is a family suv. In 2024 MOT tests it scored 121 for reliability (100 is average), ranking 145 of 442, and 34.3% failed first time against a UK average of 28.5%. Its most common MOT failure is track rod end (4.1% of tests).
Ranked 145 of 442 cars in the 2024 MOT Reliability League, and 16 of 31 family SUVs
In 2024, 113,997 Land Rover Freelanders aged 3 to 20 had an MOT and 34.3% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Taking age and mileage into account, the Land Rover Freelander is 17% less likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage.
First-time fail rate
34.3%
UK 28.5%
Fail rate at 3 years
–
UK 12.7%
Average miles a year
8,500
Typical age at test: 14 years
Land Rover Freelander MOT failure rate by age
Most common Land Rover Freelander MOT faults
- Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play4.1% of tests
- Position lamp: not working3.5% of tests
- Stop lamp: not working3.3% of tests
- Linkage ball joints: ball joint excessively worn2.4% of tests
- Tread depth: tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm2.4% of tests
- Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick2.3% of tests
What the Land Rover Freelander fails on
| Area | Tests failing | vs similar cars |
|---|---|---|
| Lights and electrics | 14.9% | ▼ 23% less often |
| Suspension | 12.9% | ▼ 22% less often |
| Brakes | 10.9% | About average |
| Steering | 6.3% | ▲ 1.7× as often |
| Tyres | 4.5% | ▼ 43% less often |
| Body and structure | 4.1% | ▼ 40% less often |
| Visibility | 3.7% | ▼ 41% less often |
| Exhaust and emissions | 1.8% | ▼ 69% less often |
| Seat belts and airbags | 1.5% | ▼ 24% less often |
| Wheels | 0.3% | ▼ 47% less often |
What MPG does the Land Rover Freelander do?
Official economy for the Land Rover Freelander ranges from 22.7 to 47.1mpg across the 35 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2004–2015). A typical petrol version manages 27.3mpg and a typical diesel 40.4mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
Work out a journey's fuel costHow much is road tax on a Land Rover Freelander?
Any Land Rover Freelander first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Land Rover Freelander registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £275 to £790 a year.
Work out tax for a specific carLand Rover Freelander specs and running costs
Official figures for 35 versions sold in the UK between 2004 and 2015.
Fuel types
Diesel, Petrol
Official economy
22.7–47.1 mpg
CO2
158–298 g/km
| Version | Fuel | Economy | CO2 | Car tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freelander 2 2.2L TD4 (150PS & 190PS) Automatic 4WDA6-AWD · listed 2015 | Diesel | 40.4 mpg | 185g | £360 |
| Freelander 2 2.2L TD4 (150PS) Manual 2WDM6 · listed 2015 | Diesel | 47.1 mpg | 158g | £275 |
| Freelander 2 2.2L TD4 (150PS) Manual 4WDM6-AWD · listed 2015 | Diesel | 45.6 mpg | 165g | £275 |
| Freelander 2 2.0L GTDI Automatic 4WDA6-AWD · listed 2015 | Petrol | 29.4 mpg | 224g | £445 |
| Freelander 2 2.2L TD4 (150hp) Manual 2WDManual · listed 2014 | Diesel | 47.1 mpg | 158g | £275 |
| Freelander 2 2.2L TD4 (150hp) Manual 4WDManual · listed 2014 | Diesel | 45.6 mpg | 165g | £275 |
| Freelander 2 2.2L TD4 (150hp & 190hp) Automatic 4WDAutomatic · listed 2014 | Diesel | 40.4 mpg | 185g | £360 |
| Freelander 2 2.0L GTDI Automatic 4WDAutomatic · listed 2014 | Petrol | 29.4 mpg | 224g | £445 |
| Freelander 2 2.2L TD4 (150 & 190hp) Automatic 4WDAutomatic · listed 2013 | Diesel | 40.4 mpg | 185g | £360 |
| Freelander 2 2.2L TD4 Manual 2WDManual · listed 2013 | Diesel | 47.1 mpg | 158g | £275 |
| Freelander 2 2.2L TD4 Manual 4WDManual · listed 2013 | Diesel | 45.6 mpg | 165g | £275 |
| Freelander 2 2.2 TD4 (110 kW) - 2011 Model YearM6 · listed 2012 | Diesel | 45.6 mpg | 165g | £275 |
| Freelander 2 2.2 TD4 (110 kW) - 2011 Model YearA6 · listed 2012 | Diesel | 40.4 mpg | 185g | £360 |
| Freelander 2 2.2 TD4 (110 kW) 2WD - 2011 Model YearM5x2 · listed 2012 | Diesel | 47.1 mpg | 158g | £275 |
| Freelander 2 2.2 TD4 (140 kW) - 2011 Model YearA6 · listed 2012 | Diesel | 40.4 mpg | 185g | £360 |
Economy and CO2 are official NEDC (before 2018) or WLTP figures. Car tax is the yearly rate at current rates for a car first registered in the year listed, before any expensive car supplement. Showing the 15 most recent of 35 versions.
What a Land Rover Freelander costs to fuel
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Official figures are usually 10–15% better than real-world driving.
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Frequently asked questions
›Is the Land Rover Freelander reliable?
Its MOT record is better than average: the Land Rover Freelander is 17% less likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage, with a reliability score of 121 in our 2024 league (100 is average).
›What are common problems with the Land Rover Freelander?
The most common MOT fault is “Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play”, found in 4.1% of tests. It fails on steering more often than similar cars.
›What MPG does the Land Rover Freelander do?
Official economy for the Land Rover Freelander ranges from 22.7 to 47.1mpg across the 35 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2004–2015). A typical petrol version manages 27.3mpg and a typical diesel 40.4mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
›How much is road tax on a Land Rover Freelander?
Any Land Rover Freelander first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Land Rover Freelander registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £275 to £790 a year.
›How many Land Rover Freelanders fail their MOT?
34.3% of Land Rover Freelanders aged 3 to 20 failed their MOT first time in 2024.
Sources: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, all versions of the Land Rover Freelander combined (Open Government Licence v3.0); official economy and CO2 from Vehicle Certification Agency data, © Crown copyright. VCA cannot accept liability for its accuracy. How we calculate the league.