Ineos, that petrochemicals manufacturer that decided to build a four-wheel drive, has just released the dual-cab ute version of their Grenadier. Dubbed the Quartermaster, it’s a vehicle that is being put up against the ever-popular 79 Series Toyota LandCruiser in the heavy-duty dual-cab ute segment.
Australian pricing has also been announced, however, we haven’t seen official drive-away figures. What we can say, is you probably want to take a seat before getting to the end of this story. There’s a trigger warning in place for your wallet… RIP savings account, if you want a Grenadier Quartermaster basically.
What’s the story?
There are three trim levels in the Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster range, the Quartermaster, Trailmaster, and Fieldmaster. Pricing is listed below for each model.
Here’s Toby Hagon’s review of the Ineos Grenadier from the recent launch in Scotland to get the Ineos ball rolling. Naturally, we haven’t driven the Quartermaster dual-cab ute yet, but are itching to get our hands on one. Here’s what we do know so far.
Some key facts, the Quartermaster will feature coil springs, front and rear locking differentials and has a choice of a petrol or diesel engine. Both with turbochargers. Transmission-wise, there is just one choice – an eight-speed ZF automatic unit.
The Grenadier Quartermaster has a 3500kg towing capacity, however, payload limits are rather low with just 832kg to play with in the diesel model, and a more respectable 907kg with the petrol-powered version
Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster specs
- Ground clearance: 264mm
- Wading depth: 800mm
- Roof load capacity static: 375kg
- Roof load capacity dynamic: 120kg
- Approach angle: 36.2 degrees
- Ramp-over angle: 26.2 degrees
- Departure angle: 22.6 degrees
- Warranty: 5-year unlimited kilometres
Powerplants
There are two engine options available in the Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster. The first is an inline six-cylinder 3.0L turbocharged petrol engine. This produced a claimed 450Nm and 210kW at approximately 4750rpm.
The second offering is a 3.0L inline six-cylinder twin-turbo diesel engine, which I feel will be the more popular choice in the Australian market. Figures for the twin-turbo diesel motor are 550Nm and 183kW between approximately 3250 and 4200rpm.
Tell ‘em the price
Pricing for both petrol and turbo-diesel models doesn’t differ. There are three offerings in the Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster line-up, which are priced before on-road costs:
- Ineo Grenadier Quartermaster: $110,000
- Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster Trailmaster Edition: $123,000
- Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster Fieldmaster Edition: $123,000
Quartermaster inclusions
- Nappa leather wrapped steering wheel, handbrake and grab handles
- LED headlights
- All-terrain tyres
- 17” wheels
Trailmaster Edition inclusions
- Aux charge points
- Compass
- Lockable centre storage box
- Aux charging points
- Ambient door lighting
- Heated windscreen washer jets
- Front parking sensors
- Heated power-adjustable exterior mirrors
- Puddle lights
Fieldmaster Edition inclusions
- Premium sound system
- Safari windows
- 18” alloy wheels
- Carpeted floor mats
- Heated front seats
- Leather upholstery
- Locking wheel nuts
What are your thoughts?
So there we have it, a first look at the Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster dual-cab ute. Coming in at well over $100,000, it’s certainly not a cheap vehicle. As always, we’d love to get your opinion on this new vehicle. Has Ineos done enough to make that price tag worth it? Do you see this being a popular work-and-play vehicle?
