Freelander 8 Electric SUV Debuts from JLR-Chery JV

Beijing, China – The Freelander brand, a new joint venture between Jaguar Land Rover and Chinese automaker Chery, unveiled its first production vehicle, the Freelander 8, following the 2026 Beijing Auto Show. This large electric SUV revives a storied nameplate from Land Rover's past while introducing advanced electrified powertrains designed for global markets.

The Freelander 8 measures over 5,100 millimeters in length and offers three-row seating for up to six passengers, positioning it as a midsize to full-size contender in the premium SUV segment. It draws design inspiration from the original Freelander models of the late 1990s and early 2000s, featuring a box