FREELANDER 1

1997 to 2006

AN affordable entry-level Land Rover, and popular as ever. The 1.8-litre petrol engines can be troublesome and best avoided. The early diesels are economical, mechanically simple and reliable if properly serviced (and timing belts regularly renewed). The later Td4 is chain-driven, more or less bulletproof and the best choice. The Freelander has no rust issues to worry about. Great value.

BUYER’S TIP: Td4 diesels good for 200,000+ miles.