Ineos has confirmed that its tough Grenadier 4×4 is coming to South Africa, with preliminary local pricing pegged at R1,395,000.
This is a lot of money for an unfamiliar, untested off-roader, but Ineos has assured that its new SUV “is going to redefine what it means to get the job done.”
The 4×4 packs a BMW-sourced 3.0-litre, straight-six turbo-petrol or twin-turbo diesel engine under the hood which mates to an eight-speed ZF automatic gearbox with a low-range transfer case.
The petrol version offers a solid 213kW and 450Nm, while the diesel churns out 186kW and 550Nm.
The SUV then sits on a ladder-frame chassis with solid-beam axles, and features centre, rear, and front locking differentials.
This setup allows the Grenadier to support the coveted 3,500kg maximum braked towing capacity, as well as carry a maximum payload of up to 1,000kg.
With aggressive fender angles, 264mm ground clearance, and an 800mm water wading depth – which goes up when the optional snorkel is fitted – the Grenadier is sure to boast exemplary off-road skills when it goes on sale locally.
Not much of its interior features have been revealed thus far, but it will have Recaro seats, a 12.3-inch infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, USB connectivity, electrical power take-off, and the Pathfinder off-road navigation system.
The 4x4s
There are many capable vehicles on the South African market, some of which will be tough to beat for this new Ineos.
Detailed below are the 4×4 SUVs you can buy which will compete against the Grenadier come October, when the first units are expected to arrive.
Unofficial specifications are marked with *
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 2.4DI-D 4×4 Exceed – R741,995
| Specification | Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 4×4 Exceed |
|---|---|
| Power | 133kW |
| Torque | 430Nm |
| Maximum payload | 695kg |
| Maximum braked towing capacity | 2,700kg |
| Ground clearance | 218mm |
| Maximum water wading depth | 700mm |
Ford Everest 2.0 Bi-Turbo 4WD Limited – R858,600
| Specification | Ford Everest 4WD Limited |
|---|---|
| Power | 157kW |
| Torque | 500Nm |
| Maximum payload | 654kg |
| Maximum braked towing capacity | 3,100kg |
| Ground clearance | 225mm |
| Maximum water wading depth | 800mm |
Isuzu mu-X 3.0TD Onyx 4×4 – R860,500
| Specification | Isuzu mu-X Onyx 4×4 |
|---|---|
| Power | 140kW |
| Torque | 450Nm |
| Maximum payload | 665kg |
| Maximum braked towing capacity | 3,500kg |
| Ground clearance | 235mm |
| Maximum water wading depth | 800mm |
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 3.6 Rubicon – R944,900
| Specification | Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon |
|---|---|
| Power | 209kW |
| Torque | 347Nm |
| Maximum payload | 565kg |
| Maximum braked towing capacity | 2,500kg |
| Ground clearance | 252mm |
| Maximum water wading depth | 760mm |
Toyota Land Cruiser 300 3.3D GX-R – R1,321,700
| Specification | Toyota Land Cruiser 300 GX-R |
|---|---|
| Power | 225kW |
| Torque | 700Nm |
| Maximum payload | 785kg* |
| Maximum braked towing capacity | 3,500kg |
| Ground clearance | 235mm |
| Maximum water wading depth | 700mm* |
Land Rover Defender 110 D300 X-Dynamic SE – R1,445,905
| Specification | Land Rover Defender 110 X-Dynamic SE |
|---|---|
| Power | 221kW |
| Torque | 650Nm |
| Maximum payload | 888kg* |
| Maximum braked towing capacity | 3,500kg |
| Ground clearance | 290mm |
| Maximum water wading depth | 900mm |
Nissan Patrol 5.6 V8 LE 4WD – R1,658,900
| Specification | Nissan Patrol LE 4WD |
|---|---|
| Power | 298kW |
| Torque | 560Nm |
| Maximum payload | 785kg* |
| Maximum braked towing capacity | 3,500kg |
| Ground clearance | 272mm |
| Maximum water wading depth | 700mm* |
Keyword: 4×4 SUVs that will compete against the new Ineos Grenadier