The LAND ROVER FREELANDER (1997-06) 5DR SUV 2.0 TD4 HSE AUTO5 is a five-door compact 4x4, offering a taller, more practical alternative to a family hatchback. It sits among soft-roaders such as the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4, with Land Rover’s rugged image and automatic convenience appealing to UK buyers. With its diesel engine and five-speed automatic, this Freelander suits trips, lanes and family duties better than off-roading. The HSE version brings an upmarket feel, while the raised seating and five-door body make access and loading straightforward. It is best for buyers wanting a characterful SUV, not modern-car refinement. Mycarcheck.com records 1,105 checks across 595 distinct VINs, a sample for this older model. Checks show an average private-sale valuation of £1,600, recorded mileage of 125,000 and 5,000 miles driven annually; vehicles have averaged just over five keepers. These figures underline the value of checking each car’s history and condition.