New Freelander 2 launched, we drive it - EXCLUSIVE

Land Rover has launched the locally-built Freelander 2 Model Year 13 pricing starts at Rs 38.67 lakh (ex-showroom, Mumbai). The Freelander 2 has been built at this plant since May 2011 to meet the increasing demand from Indian customers.

The Freelander 2 gets an overhaul, delivering even better comfort, convenience and driving enjoyment. New colours, new exterior design features and upgraded equipment levels all contribute to make this SUV even better.

Interior equipment levels soar to new heights in the Freelander 2 with a host of fresh and exciting features including a brand new centre console, 7-inch colour touch-screen with enhanced audio systems from Meridian, and a fully integrated navigation system.

Passive start replaces key dock and there’s a new ‘intelligent’ electric parking brake, which adjusts brake force according to the slope the vehicle is parked on. The rear view camera capability is also new to the Freelander 2 and is available as standard.

Exterior design details have been revamped for an integrated and coordinated appearance, including more contemporary lights front and rear using the latest LED technology and a new signature graphic in the front running lights. All-new 17-inch alloy wheels become available on HSE models.

Rohit Suri, Vice President, Jaguar Land Rover India said: “The Freelander 2 has proved to be extremely popular with Indian customers and this new model brings a more premium look and feel to the overall driving experience. This is another step forward for the Freelander 2, where outstanding standard equipment levels, superb design, safety and all-terrain capability continue to set the standards in this class."

Freelander 2 comes with a 2.2-litre diesel engine that produces 148bhp on SE version, while the HSE gets a 188bhp of power. The HSE costs Rs 43.92lakh. For more details, read our review of the new Freelander 2 link of the Freelander 2 review , which is a web exclusive.

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