The Freelander became Europe's best-selling 4WD vehicle for five consecutive years after launch in 1997; and in 2016 Land Rover embraced it as its 8th 'Heritage vehicle'.

Apr 27, 2026 · Officially called the Freelander 8, it is set for global markets, with both left- and right-hand-drive configurations planned. The Freelander 8 is based on the new company’s own iMAX …

4 days ago · 2026 Freelander 8: Production-ready SUV from Chery, JLR is bigger and heavier than a Range Rover The first vehicle from JLR and Chery's new Freelander brand is an electrified SUV over …

Mar 31, 2026 · The first model from Freelander (a sibling to Chery, Omoda, Jaecoo, Lepas, iCar and more) is a mid-sized off-road family SUV with a new 800V electrical architecture that can …

Apr 27, 2026 · Freelander is a standalone brand created by Chery and Jaguar Land Rover. The Freelander 8 sits on a platform that supports EVs, PHEVs, and range-extending EV drivetrains.

May 10, 2026 · Chery-JLR has unveiled the Freelander 8, the first model under the revived Freelander brand, with EV and hybrid powertrains. Here is a detailed look at what the iconic nameplate’s new …

May 11, 2026 · So, while the Freelander name might be familiar, everything else about it is changing. Built in China, engineered by Chery and styled by JLR, it’s a very different proposition to the original.