Land Rover Freelander 2 L359 Engines — The Complete UK Guide
Every engine fitted to the Freelander 2 L359 — from the 2.2-litre TD4 diesel to the 3.2-litre Si6 petrol six and the later Si4 turbo. Real UK costs, honest failure data, and the Ford-PSA diesel that made this one of Land Rover's most dependable powertrains. Backed by 144+ real UK L359 enquiries in 2025 [EM-VERIFIED].
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Land Rover Freelander 2 L359 Engine Codes — The Complete Database
Every engine fitted to the Freelander 2 L359 specifically — including the TD4 diesel, the Si6 petrol six, and the later Si4 turbocharged petrol.
Overview
Land Rover Freelander 2 L359 — Overview
The Freelander 2 (codename L359) debuted in 2006 as the second generation of Land Rover's compact SUV.
Built at Halewood, it was the first Land Rover not assembled at Solihull. The engine range initially comprised a 2.2-litre turbodiesel from the Ford-PSA DW12 family and a 3.2-litre straight-six petrol from Ford's SI6 series. A 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol (Si4) joined the range from 2011, and a frugal 2.2 eD4 two-wheel-drive variant arrived in 2010. The L359 is widely regarded as one of Land Rover's most reliable models.
Key Facts
Platform
Ford EUCD / Land Rover
Predecessor
Freelander 1 (L314)
Successor
Discovery Sport (L550)
Sibling body styles in this generation
N/A — L359 is the sole body style
Market Intelligence
The Freelander 2 L359 generated 144 real UK engine enquiries in 2025 [EM-VERIFIED], concentrated on the 2.2 TD4 diesel as these vehicles enter the high-mileage phase of their ownership cycle.
Best & Worst Engines
Best Diesel Overall
224DT (DW12BTED4) — 2.2 TD4/SD4
“Ford-PSA's DW12 is a proven workhorse — the same engine that powered countless Ford, Peugeot, and Citroën vehicles. EGR and DPF are the only real demands; the bottom end is genuinely durable.”
Who it's for: buyers who want Land Rover reliability without the complexity of later Ingenium engines.
Best Petrol Overall
306PN (B6324S) — 3.2 Si6
“Ford's SI6 straight-six is smooth, naturally aspirated, and free of turbo-related complications. High fuel consumption is the only real downside — mechanical reliability is excellent.”
Who it's for: buyers who want six-cylinder refinement and don't mind the fuel bills.
Highest Risk
204PT (GTDI) — 2.0 Si4
“The 2.0-litre turbo petrol is newer and more complex than the Si6, with known cooling system and timing chain concerns on early units. Warranty data confirms issues on 2.0GTDI engines in L359 and L538 vehicles.”
Who it's for: buyers who want modern turbo petrol power and are prepared for specialist maintenance.
Most Expensive Failure
204PT (GTDI) — 2.0 Si4
“Chain and cooling system repairs can run into thousands; the 2.0GTDI is the most complex engine in the L359 range. Replacement costs are significantly higher than the diesel.”
Who it's for: buyers with full service history and a specialist budget.
Best Value
224DT (DW12BTED4) — 2.2 TD4
“The most common L359 engine by far, with cheap parts, nationwide specialist coverage, and a well-understood failure profile. A £2,000–£3,500 recon makes financial sense against a £2,500–£7,000 vehicle.”
Who it's for: buyers who want the most cost-effective L359 ownership.
Most Overlooked
306PN (B6324S) — 3.2 Si6
“Petrol L359s are rare in the UK, but the Si6 is genuinely reliable — no DPF, no EGR, no turbo. Fuel consumption is the only compromise. A well-maintained Si6 is a future classic in waiting.”
Who it's for: enthusiasts who value character over economy.
Land Rover Freelander 2 L359 — Ownership Economics
The L359 rule
A £2,000–£3,500 TD4 recon against a £2,500–£7,000 Freelander 2 sits at 29–140% of the car's value. On a sub-£3,000 high-mileage example, that brushes our 60% Land Rover threshold — we'll honestly tell you to walk away. Against a well-kept £5,000+ example, the same recon drops to a routine 40–70% — a repair decision, not a financial one. Value the car first.
Common Problems
L359 Engine Replacement Costs — By Engine and Condition
No Generation variance from the Engine Page baseline — no dedicated Engine Pages exist for these families yet, so baseline figures are drawn from the EM_Proprietary_Data Table A. Labour hours estimated at 10–14 hours for all L359 engines due to transverse mounting and Halewood production access.
Market Intelligence
Most Requested E90 Engines (2025)
- 1.1. 224DT 2.2 TD4 — 350 requests [EM-VERIFIED]
- 2.2. 204PT 2.0 Si4 — 480 requests [EM-VERIFIED]
- 3.3. 306PN 3.2 Si6 — pattern data
Most Requested E90 Variants
- 1.1. 2.2 TD4
- 2.2. 2.2 SD4
- 3.3. 2.0 Si4
Average E90 Replacement Cost
£3,100 reconditioned, supply only [EM-QUOTE]
Most Common E90 Failures
- 1.1. EGR cooler & DPF clogging (2.2 TD4)
- 2.2. Crankcase ventilation membrane (3.2 Si6)
- 3.3. Cooling system & timing chain (2.0 Si4)
Land Rover Freelander 2 TD4 (224DT)
3
enquiries
Land Rover Freelander 2 Si4 (204PT)
2
enquiries
Land Rover Freelander 2 Si6 (306PN)
1
enquiry
FAQ
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