The LAND ROVER FREELANDER (1997-06) 3DR HARDBACK 2.0 TD4 ES AUTO5 is a three-door SUV combining raised seating and an outdoorsy feel with practical dimensions. Its automatic gearbox and four-wheel drive suit everyday journeys and rough tracks. In the UK used-car market, it offers an affordable route into Land Rover ownership. mycarcheck.com has recorded 30 checks across 23 VINs, a snapshot rather than a complete picture. These cars averaged 118,000 miles, 3,000 miles annually and six previous keepers; the average private-sale valuation was £900. That low-use pattern may appeal to occasional drivers, but age and condition matter greatly when assessing one. Against rivals such as the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4, the Freelander has a tougher Land Rover image and useful all-weather ability, though this three-door body is less family-friendly. The TD4 diesel automatic suits relaxed driving; check service history, rust and gearbox operation, as upkeep can outweigh its purchase price.