FREELANDER 2

2006 to 2015

A big improvement on Freelander 1. The towing capacity is just 2000 kg compared with the 3500 kg of bigger Land Rovers, but it’s a worthy alternative to a Discovery. Lack of low-range and ground clearance prevents hardcore off-roading, but it is certainly still competent in the rough. Reasonable on fuel and with a decent-sized boot, too, there are no rust issues and it’s ultra-reliable. Residual values are falling now it has been superseded by Discovery Sport, so it's a bit of a bargain.

BUYER'S TIP: An economical and trouble-free buy.

SPECIFICATIONS

2.2-litre four-cylinder turbodiesel, 150 bhp, 295 lb-ft torque. Six-speed manual gearbox with optional stop/start (ed4) or six-speed automatic. Permanent four-wheel drive.

PRICE GUIDE

Poor: £2900 – £4000

Average: £4000 – £6000

Good: £6000 – £8500

Excellent: £8500 – £12,000