Land Rover->ke46 branded the relinquishing model Freelander->ke510 with their zenith trim: Metropolis. The new top-of-the-line trim upgrades the Freelander with many distinctive features, including a longer equipment list and some visual updates. This is the final makeover from the British manufacturer before the model goes out of production to make space for all-new Discovery->ke511 Sport.

The Metropolis version is built around the previous flagship model Freelander HSE LUX, but features all bells and whistles that anyone can expect from a luxury sport utility vehicle->ke145.

Land Rover will reveal the Freelander Metropolis on the 9th of June at the Royal Windsor Horse Show and will carry a premium price tag.

Click past the jump to read more about the Land Rover Freelander Metropolis.

2014 Land Rover Freelander Metropolis

Specifications
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  • Model: 2014 Land Rover Freelander Metropolis
  • Engine/Motor: inline-4
  • Horsepower: 188
  • Torque: 310
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Pros
Cons

Exterior

From the outside, the Freelander Metropolis looks glamorous with the panoramic sunroof and 19-inch diamond-turned alloy wheels. Apart from these two additions, there are no other changes. The front looks muscular with strong lines crossing the width of the car. High-intensity Xenon lamps are placed on either side of the grille, while the round fog lamps sit just below them.

Freelander Metropolis - Exterior Dimensions

Length

4,500 MM (177.2 In.)

Width

2,195 MM (86.4 In.)

Height

1,740 MM (68.5 In.)

Wheelbase

2,660 MM (104.7 In.)


Interior

The already long equipment of the Freelander list now gets electrically adjustable front seats wrapped in premium Windsor leather in its Metropolis trim. The center console gets a touchscreen, which features satellite navigation. Sound is played through 825-watt Meridian surround sound system.

Land Rover increased the interior comfort level with the heated steering wheel and seats. The floor gains luxurious carpeted floor mats, and a reversing camera helps you back up with ease. The interior has been neatly painted with premium metallic and gloss black color adding to the super-exotic features.

Drivetrain

Land Rover has installed only one type of the engine in the Freelander Metropolis. This 2.2-liter SD4, inline four-cylinder engine produces 188 horsepower and 420 Nm (310 pound-feet) of torque at 1,750 rpm. The engine mates to a six-speed automatic transmission. This combo allows the SUV to reach a maximum speed of 190 km/h (118 mph). The Freelander Metropolis can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 9.5 seconds.

2014 Land Rover Freelander Metropolis - Drivetrain Specifications

Engine

2.2-Liter SD4, Four-Cylinder

Output (HP @ RPM)

188 @ TBA

Torque (LB-FT @ RPM)

310 @ 1,750

Top Speed

118 MPh

Acceleration (0-62 MPH)

9.5 Sec.


Price

The range-topping Metropolis will come with a sticker price of £35,995 ($60,453 at the current exchange rates) and is dubbed as one of the costliest and most-luxurious Freelanders ever.

Competition

Audi Q5

The Metropolis edition comes with the features with no other vehicle in the segment can match. Audi Q5 comes closest to the Freelander Metropolis.

Audi Q5 is one the best-seller in the segment forming the middle bridge of the Q-series between the Q3 and Q7. The Q5 looks smart and elegant and the most powerful model is carries a 3.0-liter TDI engine with maximum power output of 245 horsepower.

In the UK, the base Q4 3.0 TDI runs £33,210 ($55,776).

Conclusion

This is a good way for Land Rover to pay respect to an outgoing model, and with all the extra features and super-luxurious interiors, the Freelander Metropolis is worth the price tag it comes with. The premium SUV shows no sign of substandard work.