Pioneering Land Rover technologies ensure Freelander excels in the toughest conditions – from snowfields to savannah, from the Alps to the Outback. This surefootedness offers big benefits in everyday driving too. Snow, slush, rain and other treacherous conditions are all conquered with safety and security.
Freelander´s monocoque body design provides high torsional rigidity which, in combination with the fully independent suspension system, minimises body distortion during off-road use, whilst providing a refined and comfortable ride on-road.
Freelander is designed to stop quickly and safely, ensuring that you are always in control. Its 4-channel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) monitors the link between the main braking system and the respective wheel sensors. This technology prevents wheels locking when the brakes are applied, maintaining vehicle stability and steering control during emergency manoeuvres.
Standard on all Freelanders, Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) balances the braking performance between front and rear axles for maximum braking efficiency and reduced risk of rear wheel lock. Even when Freelander is fully loaded or towing, hard braking is accomplished with balanced precision, ease and safety.
Electronic Traction Control (ETC) senses when wheel-slip is occurring and uses the braking system to help that wheel regain its grip. This also has the effect of increasing Torque to the opposite wheel, so maintaining and optimising Traction. ETC helps you keep maximum control even on snow, icy roads and wet or loose surfaces.
Hill Descent Control (HDC) maintains an optimum controllable speed on steep descents. It not only helps make off-road driving simpler and safer for novice drivers, but can also be used to negotiate slippery ramps, for example when reversing down to hitch up a boat trailer.
