The wait is almost over. Chery-JLR’s Freelander 8 is coming to China in August. And Autohome just dropped a massive detail dump. We’re talking about the brains, the bones, and the bolsters. This isn’t just a peek under the hood. It’s a full autopsy of the cabin tech ahead of that 30-city roadshow tour.
So, how does this SUV stack up? Let’s look at the numbers. They’re staggering.
Why the Snapdragon 8397 Matters in the Freelander 8
Most luxury crossovers are still playing checkers with their processors. Chery-JLR is playing 4D chess. The Freelander 8 packs the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8397.
Yes, the same chip powering some high-end smartphones and laptops is here. In the car. But here’s the real kicker for anyone wondering about speed. It offers 3x the CPU performance and a 12x increase in NPU (Neural Processing Unit) power compared to the Snapdragon 8295.
Think about that. The 8295 is already a beast. The 8397 is a monster. For users searching for Chery-Freelander-8-processor-speed, the answer is clear: it’s built for heavy computational loads. AI driving assists. Complex voice recognition. Multi-screen streaming. All at once. No lag. Just raw processing might.
Paired with Huawei’s Qiankun ADS technology, this hardware isn’t idle. It’s driving the smart cockpit experience. You aren’t buying a screen. You’re buying a supercomputer on wheels.
A Cockpit That Demands Attention
Look at the dashboard. Really look at it.
There is a 46.3-inch panoramic display stretching across the front. And if you sit in the back? There’s a 17.3-inch screen right on the ceiling.
Wait. You read that right.
The middle console doesn’t just hold a gear selector. It has dual optical crystal rotary knobs. They click. They glow. They feel premium. And they control the beast inside.
Materials matter in the Freelander 8. Chery-JLR didn’t cheap out on the wood. This is open-pore real wood trim. Recycled aluminum. Nappa leather that breathes. It smells like a luxury lounge, not a factory line.
But what about your junk?
Storage and Charging: The Practical Details
You want to know where your phone goes? Where your lunch goes? Where your secrets go?
- Center Console: A massive 22-liter compartment. Big enough for a large diaper bag or a weekend gym kit.
- Glovebox: 7.3 liters. Electric. And password-protected. Because your documents might need privacy.
- Wireless Charging: Dual pads. Both 50 W. Air-cooled. Your battery will drain from 0 to 80% before you can say “I love my phone.”
This is the Freelander-8-Interior-Storage you’ve been looking for. No more tangled wires. No more missed calls. Just sleek, fast power delivery.
The “Downton Abbey” Second Row
The manufacturer calls the second row the “Downton Abbey Living Room.” (唐顿庄园会客厅). It sounds pretentious. But the features back it up.
The right-side captain’s chair reclines 145 degrees. That’s not a seat. That’s a lounge chair. It has a four-way electric leg rest. Both chairs feature:
* Heating.
* Ventilation.
* 16-point massage.
Yes. 16 points. Your back will thank you. Or it won’t. But at least you’ll have folding tray tables. And USB Type-C ports that support display mirroring. Need to show the kids a movie? Or work on a spreadsheet during traffic? It’s all there.
And for beverages? A 10-liter temperature-controlled compartment. It ranges from -6°C to 50°C. You can keep beer cold. Or coffee hot. Or both. Simultaneously. If you have weird guests, this is the SUV for you.
Third-Row: Not an Afterthought
Usually, the third row is where comfort goes to die. Not here.
The Freelander 8 offers 960 mm of headroom under the “Skylight Corridor” —a 1.15-meter section of the glass roof. It feels open. Airy. Like you’re in a conservatory.
And yes, the third-row seats have heating and ventilation. This is rare. Very rare. Most EVs skip this to save cost. Chery-JLR didn’t. Why? Because range anxiety is real. And back-seat squirming is worse.
The Hardware Underneath
Let’s talk dimensions. For those mapping out their garage space or parking spots.
- Length: 5,118 mm.
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