Land Rover Freelander Updates

Tuesday, 12 November 2024 06:43 PM The new Land Rover Freelander, now an electric vehicle brand, is set to debut with a seven-seat SUV that is over five meters long, marking a significant departure from the original compact Freelander. This new model will be based on Chery’s E0X platform and feature battery electric and range extender hybrid options. I think this larger size could appeal to a broader market, especially in China.

Thursday, 20 June 2024 02:10 PM Land Rover and Chery have signed a new deal to manufacture electric vehicles under the Freelander brand, using Chery’s EV platform. These vehicles will be produced at the Chery Jaguar Land Rover plant in Changshu, China, and will initially be sold in China before being exported globally. The Freelander brand will be marketed independently from both Land Rover and Chery.

Wednesday, 19 June 2024 07:21 AM Jaguar Land Rover is reviving the Freelander name for a new line of electric vehicles tailored for the Chinese market. These EVs will be built by the Chery Jaguar Land Rover joint venture, leveraging Chery’s EV architecture. The plan includes eventual global exports, offering a range of affordable EVs. I believe this move could help JLR tap into the growing EV market in China.

Wednesday, 19 June 2024 07:58 AM The new Freelander models will be designed with input from both Chery and Land Rover design studios and will be sold through a distinct retailer network in China. This independent branding strategy aims to position the Freelander as a mainstream EV brand, separate from the luxury offerings of Land Rover and Chery.

Wednesday, 19 June 2024 05:51 PM The revival of the Freelander brand is part of a broader strategic cooperation between Chery and Jaguar Land Rover, building on their 12-year relationship. The joint venture will promote a new model of cooperation focused on electrification, further strengthening their product matrix in China.

Wednesday, 19 June 2024 11:04 AM The original Land Rover Freelander, which was discontinued in 2015, was a compact unibody SUV that was a market success from 1997 to 2015. The new Freelander EVs will be a significant departure from this original design, focusing on larger, more family-friendly vehicles.

Wednesday, 19 June 2024 11:21 AM Chery and Jaguar Land Rover’s partnership involves using Chery’s Exeed brand technology, including hybrid and all-electric platforms. This collaboration marks another instance of global automakers leveraging Chinese technology to expand their EV offerings. I think this partnership could lead to some innovative and cost-effective EV solutions.

Wednesday, 19 June 2024 06:26 PM The production of the new Freelander EVs will take place at the existing Chery Jaguar Land Rover factory in Changshu, Jiangsu province, China. This factory currently produces several Land Rover and Jaguar models, including the Discovery Sport, Evoque, and E-Pace.

Wednesday, 19 June 2024 09:03 AM The Freelander brand revival is seen as an important strategic step for Jaguar Land Rover, underlining their commitment to the Chinese market and complementing their existing business there. The new EVs are expected to provide a unique electric vehicle experience for both Chinese and global consumers.