Next-Gen Freelander to Spin-Off Compact Volvo SUV
The 2005 Land Rover Freelander, a carryover model from last year's heavily updated version, is arriving in showrooms at this moment,
While the 2005 Freelander is just arriving in dealerships, Land Rover is already hard at work designing the next version. (Photo: Land Rover) |
Though the Freelander is a recent entry to the North American market, it has been a member of the Land Rover family for nearly eight years. It was a huge step forward for the brand, bringing Land Rover and its values to the masses at a reasonably affordable price.
For Land Rover, the Freelander came at the right time - in Europe, at least. The compact SUV market was beginning to boom with the
While a recent entry to the North American market, the Freelander has been a member of the Land Rover family for nearly eight years. (Photo: Land Rover) |
On paper, the Freelander was perfect. It had a moderately powerful series of gasoline and diesel engines, topped by the 177-horsepower 2.5L Rover V6, and was available in a practical five-door wagon, or a fun three-door model with removable hard top.