Land Rover Freelander spare tire covers
Custom spare tire covers for Land Rover Freelander 1 / L314 (1997–2006), Freelander 2 / LR2 / L359 (2006–2014). Compact unibody Land Rover. Freelander 1 has the iconic rear-mounted full-size spare with the body-color steel cover. Freelander 2 stows the spare under the cargo floor. Free backup-camera cutout, free custom design, free worldwide shipping.
Built for the Freelander — compact Land Rover with the iconic rear-mounted spare
The Freelander 1 (1997–2006) is best-known for the rear-mounted spare in the body-color steel cover — an iconic visual element of the trim. The Freelander 2 / LR2 (2006–2014) moved the spare under the floor. Both are unibody compact crossovers, often serving as first Land Rovers for buyers entering the brand.
- Freelander 1 / L314 3-door / 5-door (1997–2006) — compact unibody Land Rover. Stock 195/80R15 or 215/65R16 with rear-mounted spare on side-hinged tailgate.
- Freelander 1 Hardback / Softback (1997–2003) — 3-door soft-top variant.
- Freelander 2 / LR2 / L359 (2006–2014) — second-generation, larger body. Stock 235/55R18 (S, SE) underfloor.
- Freelander 1 V6 / Td4 / Kv6 — engine variants. Same spare-tire fitment.
- Freelander 2 HSE / SE Tech — upmarket trims. 235/55R18 underfloor.
- Freelander 1 Sport / SE / GS / HSE — trim variants of L314.
Freelander 1 owners particularly love the rear-mounted spare aesthetic. Freelander 2 / LR2 owners want fitted covers for the underfloor compact spare for emergencies.
Free backup camera cutout, on every cover
Freelander 1 came before factory backup cameras. Freelander 2 / LR2 has factory cameras integrated in the tailgate. Most owners with underfloor spares don't need a camera hole. Freelander 1 owners with retrofitted cameras can send us the camera diameter and offset.
To add it, select the "with camera hole" option at checkout. We cut the hole during production — no special order, no surcharge, no production delay.
Freelander spare tire sizing
Freelander spares span 15- to 18-inch wheels. Use the lookup, then enter actual diameter at checkout.
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Quick Freelander sizing reference:
- Freelander 1 / L314 base: 195/80R15 stock → 27.3 inch (69 cm) overall
- Freelander 1 / L314 SE / HSE: 215/65R16 stock → 27 inch (69 cm)
- Freelander 2 / LR2 S / SE: 235/55R18 stock → 28.2 inch (72 cm)
- Freelander 2 / LR2 HSE / SE Tech: 235/55R18 → 28.2 inch (72 cm)
- Freelander 1 / L314 with compact temporary spare: typically 24–25 inch (61–64 cm) — measure actual
Always size by overall tire diameter (the number on the sidewall, not rim size). Custom sizing is free at checkout.
Choose your material
Freelander owners are paint-careful and trim-aware. Materials line up:
Polyester — $69 (Budget)
Lifespan 2–3 years. Drawstring cord attachment. Honest pick for daily Freelander 2 drivers with underfloor spare.
PVC — $99 (Waterproof)
Lifespan 3–4 years. Elastic band attachment. Best for Freelander 1 owners with rear-mounted spare. Snug elastic, waterproof.
PU Leather — $129 (Premium look)
Lifespan 3–4 years. Elastic band attachment. Premium grain that suits Freelander HSE and HSE Lux trims.
Marine Grade Vinyl — $169 (Heavy duty, printed and sewn in Florida)
Lifespan 5+ years. Drawstring cord attachment. What we recommend for Freelander 1 with rear-mounted spare in outdoor parking. UV stable.
Marine Grade Vinyl Lux — $199 (Top spec, printed and sewn in Florida)
Same Marine Grade Vinyl spec plus integrated anti-theft lock — exclusive to Marine Grade Vinyl Lux only. Marine plus anti-theft lock. Worth it on Freelander 1 SE and HSE.
Materials built for off-road use
| Material | Price | Lifespan | Durability | Best for |
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| Polyester Budget | $69 | Up to 2 yrs | Daily driver in covered parking or garage. Lightweight, UV-resistant, easy to swap. | |
| PVC Water-resistant | $99 | Up to 3 yrs | Trail rigs and weekend off-road use. Water-resistant, handles mud and brush scratches well. Clean with mild soap and water. | |
| PU Leather Premium look | $129 | Up to 3 yrs | Daily driver with OEM matte-black aesthetics. Best match for factory finishes on Jeep, G-Wagon, and Ford Bronco. | |
| Marine Grade Vinyl Heavy duty | $169 | Up to 5 yrs | Year-round outdoor parking, coastal humidity, desert sun, Arizona heat, sub-zero winters. 1mm heavy-duty construction, our most durable option. | |
| Marine Grade Vinyl + Anti-Theft Kit Top spec | $199 | Up to 5 yrs | Same Marine Grade Vinyl construction as above, with added locking anti-theft hardware. Best for high-visibility parking and long-term outdoor exposure. |
Cleaning note: Pressure washing is not recommended for any Wheel Shell cover, regardless of material. Hand wash with mild soap and lukewarm water, rinse thoroughly, and air dry. Pressure washing can damage the printed surface and shorten cover lifespan.
Color matching note: Matte PU Leather and Marine Grade Vinyl reproduce factory matte black most accurately. Glossy PVC and Polyester read as deep charcoal under direct sun. For OEM paint-match, send your paint code at checkout — we calibrate the print and send a proof before production.
Color matching: We've matched Atlantis Blue Freelander 1, Beluga Black Freelander 2, Niagara Grey HSE, Fuji White SE Tech — all in our reference library.
How the cover attaches to your Freelander's spare
Freelander 1 carries the spare on the rear side-hinged tailgate inside a body-color steel cover. Freelander 2 stows under the cargo floor. Cover wraps the tire either way:
- Elastic band (PU Leather, PVC): Stretches over the tire and grips behind the tread for a snug, factory-style fit.
- Drawstring cord (Polyester, Marine Grade Vinyl, Marine Grade Vinyl Lux): Wraps over the tire and tightens with a drawcord. Adjustable for any spare diameter.
Freelander 1 owners with the body-color steel cover: soft cover sits over the tire inside the steel cover. Sized to the tire, not the steel cover.
Free custom design — your Freelander, your idea
Send us your Freelander idea. Freelander 1 silhouette in Atlantis Blue with body-color matched steel cover graphics. LR2 underfloor-spare design. Family route map. Land Rover Freelander script lettering. We design it for free.
- Free design proof — no design fee, no minimum order
- Approval-first — we don't print until you sign off
- Most custom orders ship within 5–7 business days after proof approval
Common Freelander customizations: Freelander 1 silhouette graphics, body-color steel-cover matching, LR2 modern script lettering, family route maps, Land Rover Freelander heritage graphics.
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Why Wheel Shell for Land Rover Freelander owners worldwide
- Sized for both Freelander 1 (rear-mount) and Freelander 2 (underfloor) spare arrangements.
- Soft cover fits over body-color steel cover (Freelander 1) or directly on tire (Freelander 2).
- Camera-hole cutting is free.
- Marine-grade vinyl printed and sewn in Florida.
- Direct-from-factory pricing.
Frequently asked questions about Land Rover Freelander spare tire covers
Does the cover fit on the rear-mounted spare on my Freelander 1?
Yes — soft cover sits over the tire inside the body-color steel cover. Sized to 195/80R15 (27.3 inches) or 215/65R16 (27 inches) by trim.
What size for the Freelander 2 / LR2?
LR2 runs 235/55R18 stock across all trims (28.2 inches). Underfloor compact temporary spare may be smaller — measure actual.
Will the cover work on a Freelander Td4 diesel?
Yes — engine variant doesn't change spare-tire fitment. Td4, V6, K-Series Kv6 all share the same stock spare specs.
Can I match the cover to my Atlantis Blue Freelander 1?
Yes — 614 Atlantis Blue is in our library along with Beluga Black, Niagara Grey, Fuji White, and the rest of the Freelander palette.
Does the cover preserve the body-color steel cover on Freelander 1?
Yes — soft cover sits inside the steel cover, preserving the iconic Freelander 1 visual silhouette.
How long does shipping take?
About 6–12 business days door-to-door, free worldwide.
Can I customize with a Freelander 1 Hardback or Softback graphic?
Yes — 3-door Hardback and Softback variants are popular customizations for Freelander 1 enthusiasts.
Will the cover survive UK weather year-round?
Yes — PVC or Marine handle UK weather. Polyester fades faster in damp.
Does the cover work for a Freelander HSE?
Yes — HSE shares the same stock spare spec as base trim. PU Leather is the most-chosen material for HSE owners.
Will the cover fit a JDM Freelander?
Yes — JDM Freelander shares the same body and spare-tire spec. Sized to fit.
Can I customize with a Land Rover Freelander script?
Yes — period-correct Freelander script lettering is a popular customization.
Does the cover work if I've removed the body-color steel cover from my Freelander 1?
Yes — soft cover wraps the tire whether or not the steel cover is in place. Many Freelander 1 owners run without the steel cover for weight savings.