Overview
- The new Freelander 8 debuts as the first production model from the Chery–JLR Freelander brand, closely following the Concept 97 preview.
- The SUV rides on the modular iMAX platform that supports battery‑electric, plug‑in hybrid and range‑extender setups, with an 800V system enabling up to 350 kW DC fast charging.
- The production design keeps the concept’s boxy stance but swaps the rear‑hinged doors for conventional ones and is sized as a large three‑row SUV of about 5.1 meters.
- Tech partners include Huawei for driver‑assist with a roof‑mounted LiDAR, CATL for batteries and Qualcomm for cockpit computing, with a dash‑wide Mini‑LED display confirmed.
- Freelander plans China sales in the second half of 2026, production at the upgraded CJLR plant in Changshu with capacity near 200,000 vehicles, phased exports starting with the Middle East and Europe, and six models over five years.