Just been to see one at the dealers, and they do look good, and have plenty of "feel good" factor to them.

A fairly basic spec 4x4 is about £32k, but then again basic spec is in fact pretty good.

The FL2 will have 80k miles on it by this time next year, and so ready for replacement. It might be an Evoke.

I was told the other day if I ordered one may 2012 would be roughly when it would be available Former Mod/Member, with the most post & Chicken George Arch nemesis

I would order one immediately if I could. I played with the 2.0 Si petrol last weekend at the Unleashed event & Much more fun to drive than a Freelander & much better kit too & in terms of money not a great deal more than the most expensive HSE FL2. A trip to the dealer is on the cards! (Past) Freelander 2 HSE 2010 MY In Rimini Red.
(Past) RR Evoque Dynamic Lux Si4 In Firenze Red.
(Past) RR Evouque Pure Tech in Barollo Black with bespoke Firenze Red colour coding.
(Present) Freelander Metropolis 2015 MY In Santorini Black with Ivory Premium Leather.

I took delivery of an SD4 Dynamic Plus Lux Coupe in Fuji white with the all black interior from LPR on the 9th Sept.
Most impressed with the build quality, it is the first new Land Rover/Range Rover i have taken delivery of with not one squeak, rattle, mystery vibration or groan. Mine has the Magneride suspension which is the Evoque's equivalent of the DR system that could be opted for on the RRS except it is for coil sprung cars. Fuel economy has surpass expectations and I'm very happy with my 9th Land Rover product since 1996. It makes the RRS and FFRR look very staid and a bit out of date. Only one tiny complaint - it should have the fantastic 8 speed auto that a similar engine in the Jag is mated to, instead it has the same (and very good) Aisin 6 speed unit that F2 has. How can carbon have a footprint, it has no feet?
Now driving - RRE Coupe Dynamic Lux Auto with Plus pack, Fuji White, Ebony, SD4 with tow pack
Gone - 2010MY FFRR TDv8 Stornoway and Ivory, Privacy - the pace of a TDv8 RRS, the incomparable grace of a Range Rover
Gone but will be missed- RRS Tdv8 HSE Stornoway Grey with Ebony Leather
Gone (only a little missed) RRS Tdv6 2.7SE Giverny Green/Aspen
Defender 90 County HT in Epsom Green

I WANT ONE!  Freelander 2 TD4 Auto, SE, Narvik Black, Alpaca full leather, Rear Headrest Entertainment System, 6 CD, 18 HSE Wheels, Privicy tints

Most defo not!!!

Sorry, it's not for me either.

I want the sound system and if it has to come with the evoque then I don't think that will be so bad  Former Mod/Member, with the most post & Chicken George Arch nemesis

I like them, but not convinced over the rear space. The boot is smaller than the FL2 (or so I'm lead to believe?). I like the idea of the handling, with the new swanky suspension setup. It seems to look more of a crossover than an over roader. I appreciate it's a capable off roader, but it doesn't look the part. As the LR boss stated, they are pulling away from the off road appeal of the LR's of old. It appears our FL2 will be the last of the rugged looking LR's, which, in my opinion is very sad.

The price is OTT too. I guess this is due to having a RR badge on the front. I certainly wont be getting one, but I'm sure it'll be a great car to drive for those who are taking the leap - enjoy  Gone - TD4 XS Auto, Sumatra Black, Mud flaps and side strips, clear indicators, private plate, privacy glass

Space in the back is the only thing that would put me off (If I could ever afford one) When it does come to replace mine I might have to follow the foot steps of the Chicken Farmer (although I hate to admit it) Freelander 2 TD4 Auto, SE, Narvik Black, Alpaca full leather, Rear Headrest Entertainment System, 6 CD, 18 HSE Wheels, Privicy tints

Why the fook do they do a manual too???

I think Chicken George has hit on the obvious answer here, the RRS is the natural progression from the Freelander.

Not for me, but I bet you are having a great time in your new motor.

Tigger wrote:

I think Chicken George has hit on the obvious answer here, the RRS is the natural progression from the Freelander.

Bit of a price difference and according to the latest surveys, they're always breaking down. I do like them though  Gone - TD4 XS Auto, Sumatra Black, Mud flaps and side strips, clear indicators, private plate, privacy glass

RRS 2 years old 22,000 miles no more pricey than an XS fl2 new, an XS Limited edition not a HSE but nicely kitted out, HSE was 5k more and another 10,000 miles on it.

It may or may not breakdown who knows? life to short to fret about such things, I've always wanted a V6 or bigger car and know I'm getting one before tax rules finally kill them off for good.

Evoque is sweet yes but its price more toys/bling than engineering, fine if that's what you want.
New fl2 still a great car but we could not get inspired to buy one. and the hole in the range between a GS and XS needs filling, in 2008 SE was the XS and XS bridged the gap improving the trim without the expensive of the sat nav At work
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