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26<br />

SAFETY<br />

a host of technology and sophisticated primary safety systems are packed <strong>int</strong>o Freelander 2.<br />

Freelander 2’s strong monocoque body and inner safety cell, protected by meticulously <strong>en</strong>gineered front and rear crumple zones,<br />

are designed to absorb <strong>en</strong>ergy on impact. While high-str<strong>en</strong>gth steel is used in the construction of the body, dual-phase steel,<br />

which requires special pressing because of its resili<strong>en</strong>ce, is found in key compon<strong>en</strong>ts such as the front windscre<strong>en</strong> pillars and<br />

lower side sills. The result is a first class safety cell.<br />

advanced stability control systems which can speedily reduce <strong>en</strong>gine torque and apply specific braking forces to each individual<br />

wheel, provide both stability and capability where you need it. So whatever obstacles might come your way, Freelander 2 helps give<br />

you impeccable control.<br />

Large disc brakes on every wheel help provide stopping power equival<strong>en</strong>t to a compact sports saloon. Freelander 2’s <strong>int</strong>ellig<strong>en</strong>t<br />

four-wheel drive* system adapts continuously and instantaneously to conditions.<br />

Wh<strong>en</strong> tested in 2007 Freelander 2, with its sev<strong>en</strong> airbags, was the first vehicle in its class to be awarded a five star rating for<br />

adult occupant Protection in the rigorous euro nCaP tests.<br />

*Not available for the eD4 model.

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