The Freelander 8 SUV. Credit: @dxbcarburator Understand China EV’s Market Real-time notifications when critical EV data is released All important data in one place 2,000,000+ data points Become a member The Freelander 8 range-extended full-size SUV from the Chery Jaguar Land Rover joint venture was seen in the UAE shortly after this vehicle began presales in China. The spotted variant is a pre-production model that undergoes road tests. This large EREV will enter the UAE soon, with more global markets to follow. Photos of the Freelander 8 in the UAE were shared online by @dxbcarburator on Telegram. These photos show two cars partly covered in camouflage with bumpers, tailgates, and some other elements finished in white. One of the cars is the entry-level spec without a LiDAR sensor on the roof. The Freelander 8 previously made a debut at the Abu Dhabi Investment Forum in Shanghai. Nowadays, this brand actively pushes its overseas social media presence, with a focus on the UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia. It seems that the UAE will be at the spearhead of the Freelander’s foreign direction. The Freelander 8 SUV in the UAE The Freelander 8 previously began presales in China with a price range of 339,900 – 459,900 yuan (50,425 – 68,230 USD). It is a full-size SUV with dimensions of 5118/2050/1898 mm and a wheelbase of 3,040 mm. It adopts a blocky body with large rectangular headlights, sturdy bumpers, and signature D-pillars that refer to the first-generation Land Rover Freelander. The Freelander 8 SUV in the UAE The Freelander 8 is available with five- and six-seat interior layout variants. The three-row model boasts two captain chairs in the second row with zero-gravity, ventilation, heating, and 16-point massage functions. This large SUV’s dashboard offers a 46.3-inch screen and a 15.6-inch monitor. Other highlights of this vehicle include a 17.3-inch ceiling-mounted display, a 10-liter fridge, and a wide range of Huawei tech, including the LiDAR-based assisted driving system. The Freelander 8 is an EREV with a 1.5-liter range extender under the hood. It powers a 60.3 kWh LFP battery, suitable for 310 km of electric range under CLTC conditions. The Freelander 8 comes standard with a dual-motor AWD for 610 kW (818 hp) and 813 Nm. The car speeds up to 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds. It also boasts rear-wheel steering and air suspension. Most important news in your inbox. Recaps · scheduled All you need, in one email. Instant alerts · real-time Ping me when an article goes live. 0 of 27 topics selected Bundle into one email per day — instead of one email per article No spam · Unsubscribe with one click · Change settings anytime