Please can anyone help? I am about to trade in my beloved mgtf for a Freelander (due to the addition of a second large dog) but am very confused as to the differences in the engines. I am looking at a new style (2004 onward). My main problem is going from a car that pulls away quickly to what is perceived as a "tank" and I dont want to miss my acceleration too much. I know I will have to compromise because a Freelander would not be able to compete with a sports car, but are there any Freelanders that are "slugs" and any that are considered better? I cant afford the top of the range models..
ming
SPACE TWOT
its a dream to drive , mines a td4 auto ,sure its no power rocket,but like yourself ive driven fast cars re/chipped tuned to the hilt hard suspension,well the td4 is non of that, what you do get is a motor that you cruise with,sit in real comfort and roll round corners, but when the going gets tough they come into a different class , and speed bumps , just little rucks in the road , test drive a few , you know its the right move. . .
Graham Wilkinson
Active Member
The Td4 is a very good reliable engine, not super quick but not to bad (COMPAIRED TO MY DEFENDER HAHA) why not try the V6 version?
Graham
Graham
Is the TD4 that much better than a normal engine? I will have to downsize to a 3 dr if it is, and make the dogs clamber over the seat to the back seat. I wouldnt have a clue how to tune the engine though. Does this affect the insurance much? Is it cheap to do? Do Landrover garages do it or would I have to go somewhere else?
Td4 engine is the best bet. Its best mix of performance and economy anyways. I find it has plenty of power for around town although it can start to run out of breathe when on the motorways once you go beyond the speed limit, altho i never do that ofcourse. Ive heard reports that they are meant to be unreliable aswell but so far mine has had nothing go wrong. well the turbo acts up a bit but that could just be my car. on the whole tho its a really good solid car.
