Yahoo Autos 6 thoughts about the 2024 Ineos Grenadier
We had the opportunity to spend some time with the 2024 Ineos Grenadier during the 2024 Midwest Automotive Media Association Spring Rally, and it’s a unique machine. It successfully delivers on the driving experience of a classic SUV, for all its benefits and detriments, while also bringing modern ergonomics. And of course it looks amazing. Here’s a quick rundown of our thoughts about the off-roader when it’s on-road.
1. It really does look sweet
Yes, it looks like a Defender and a G-Class. Or more specifically, like the legally distinct version from Grand Theft Auto to avoid any lawsuits from British or German automakers. But it totally works. And a big part of it is simply that it looks really well put-together with a nice blend of seriously vintage and modern design touches. It has actual rain rails over the doors, and it’s a total brick with basically nothing in the way of air dams or any other concessions to improving fuel economy. But it also has cool embossed logos in the hood and subtle but notable details like the rounded window frames and the shoulder line that runs from the front fenders to the rear. It’s all brought home by the impressive build quality evident in the panel gaps and fitment. Besides the shape, the generally tidy dimensions and old-school proportions help it really stand out as a neo-classic in a way only a G-Class can really match.
2. Thoughtful details abound
Whether you’ll make full use of them, the Ineos Grenadier does have an impressive number of little features for off-roading and overlanding. Or more specifically, fitting accessories for said activities. Neatly integrated into the tough plastic trim on the doors and rear quarter panels are tracks in which you can mount all kinds of things like shovels, traction boards and more. There are big handy grab handles in the roof to make it easier to access anything stowed on top of the Grenadier. And tucked into the recesses above the doors are prewired connectors for powering lights. Those are attached to auxiliary switches in the cabin that have enormously satisfying action and sound, right up there with Ford’s auxiliary switches. And then there are basics like the split swing gate to help keep the overall opening distance smaller, and the tall, boxy cargo area with rubber coverings for carrying lots of dirty stuff.
There are also all the exposed nuts and bolts inside and out, the little switch guards and blocky interior panels that really give it a purposeful, rugged feel. It’s sweet.
