INEOS Grenadier 4x4 Set for Israeli Market Launch
Translated & summarized from Sport5 by baba
David Chipman and Sons has announced it will soon begin marketing the INEOS Grenadier and Quartermaster off-road vehicles in Israel. The British brand, founded by Sir Jim Ratcliffe, previously had plans to enter the Israeli market that were canceled. The Grenadier is a rugged 4x4 featuring a BMW engine and advanced off-road capabilities. The company hopes these plans will not be canceled again.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- David Chipman and Sons will soon market INEOS Grenadier and Quartermaster vehicles in Israel.
- INEOS Automotive was founded by Sir Jim Ratcliffe, owner of the chemical company INEOS.
- The Grenadier is a rugged off-road vehicle with a 3.0-liter BMW engine and advanced features.
- Previous plans to market INEOS vehicles in Israel were canceled due to initial difficulties.
- INEOS also plans to release a smaller SUV, the Fusilier, in early 2024.
INEOS Automotive, the British brand founded a decade ago by Sir Jim Ratcliffe, owner of the chemical company INEOS, is preparing to launch its Grenadier and Quartermaster models in Israel. The Grenadier, a rugged off-road vehicle inspired by the original Land Rover Defender, was introduced in late 2022, followed by its pickup truck variant, the Quartermaster, nine months later. INEOS also plans to release a smaller SUV, the Fusilier, in early 2024.
Previously, UMI, the importer for Chevrolet, Cadillac, and Isuzu, held the INEOS import franchise, with intentions to market the vehicle in Israel. However, these plans were abandoned due to initial difficulties. Now, the company "David Chipman and Sons" has announced it will soon begin marketing both the Grenadier and Quartermaster models.
The Grenadier is described as a tough off-road vehicle, not a recreational one. It features a ladder frame chassis developed by Magna, suspension and solid axles from Carraro, and is powered by a 3.0-liter, 6-cylinder BMW B58 engine paired with an 8-speed ZF automatic transmission. It also includes Brembo brakes, 17- or 18-inch wheels with BF Goodrich KO2 tires, and impressive off-road specifications: a 35.5-degree approach angle, 36.1-degree departure angle, 28.2-degree breakover angle, 26.4 cm ground clearance, and an 80 cm wading depth. Higher trim levels, like the Trialmaster, come standard with front and rear differential locks, while the Fieldmaster trim includes a center differential lock.
It remains to be seen if the INEOS vehicles will indeed be marketed in Israel this time, with an official announcement awaited, and hopes that previous setbacks will not be repeated.