INEOS AUTOMOTIVE LAUNCHES COMMERCIAL GRENADIER IN THE UK (qualifies for VAT reclamation)

Yep I just came here to post this!

It is probably not much more than fixed, blackened rear windows and a more solid floor.

Whatever they’ve done it will definitely be more appealing to commercial users who can claim the VAT back. Hopefully will increase sales.

I suspect it is some kind of deal with HMRC rather than major changes.

Definitely lost some sales with the delay of VAT reclaim option but likely an HMRC department moving glacially. Ineos probably had to lobby a fairbit.

There was one (maybe two) past forum menbers who cancelled their initial order when found out not VAT relief able.

Anyone knows if the black "windows" in the passenger doors are black glass or an aluminium (or metal) plate?
This is important for how the car is taxed in Denmark - as a low-tax commercial vehicle must have no "windows behind the driver in the drivers side".

• New two-seat customised INEOS Grenadier which qualifies for VAT reclamation is available exclusively in the UK
• Named the Grenadier Commercial the vehicle will replace the two-seat Utility Wagon in the UK Grenadier line-up
• Prices start from £51,931 excluding VAT and OTR with orders opening on 2 May 2024
• George Ratcliffe, Commercial Director, INEOS Automotive, comments, “Customers in the UK have been asking for this addition to our model line-up since we launched in 2022, so we’re pleased to make this available so quickly. The versatility of the Grenadier platform allows this level of modification without any compromise to the driving dynamics or off-road capabilities.”

London, 2 May 2024 – INEOS Automotive has launched the Grenadier Commercial in the UK, a customised version of the 4X4 that qualifies owners to reclaim VAT and receive lower benefit in kind (BIK) tax rates.



Replacing the existing two-seat Utility Wagon in the model line-up, the new Grenadier Commercial features a full-length flat floor with a robust floor-to-roof cargo barrier behind the two front seats, and can carry a standard 1,200mm x 800mm Euro pallet. Aimed at those who need a 4X4 for professional use, the vehicle has a braked 3.5-tonne towing capacity, more than 2,000 litres of load space and 5.5 tonnes of winching power for recovering itself or other vehicles.



The Grenadier Commercial will be immediately identifiable by the features that qualify it for VAT exemption, which includes replacing the rear passenger windows with aluminium panels, blacked out glazing on the 30:70 split rear doors and permanently disabled chassis mounting points to prevent a second row of seats being added.



George Ratcliffe, Commercial Director, INEOS Automotive, comments, “Customers in the UK have been asking for this addition to our model line-up since we launched in 2022, so we’re pleased to make this available so quickly. The versatility of the Grenadier platform allows this level of modification without any compromise to the driving dynamics or off-road capabilities.”



Combining rugged British spirit and design with German engineering rigour, the INEOS Grenadier is the ideal companion for those who need a hard-working vehicle that still provides modern comfort and refinement. The backbone of the Grenadier is a full box-section ladder frame chassis, with heavy-duty solid beam axles, a two-speed transfer case and up to three locking differentials. It is powered by a BMW 3.0-litre turbo-charged inline six-cylinder gasoline or diesel engine, which has been specifically calibrated for this application.



The Grenadier Commercial will be built in Hambach, France, at the manufacturing facility INEOS Automotive acquired from Mercedes-Benz in January 2021, with conversion undertaken in the UK by Pontypool-based engineering specialists EDC Limited.



The body-on-frame construction of the Grenadier has provided huge versatility for customisation, with the five-seat double cab Chassis variant of the Grenadier Quartermaster pick-up aimed at specialist vehicle converters and commercial body builders worldwide starting production later this month.



Prices for the Grenadier Commercial will start at £51,931 excluding VAT and OTR, with orders opening on 2 May 2024. Customers can register their interest at https://ineosgrenadier.com/en/gb/grenadier-commercial-register-interest.



To find out more about Grenadier prices, technical specifications and options, visit www.ineosgrenadier.com.


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Does that spell trouble for those Utility customers already using the vehicle as a business commercial?
Why on earth didn't they sort this out from the start?

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Hmmm so is my "original" Utility granted grandfather rights I wonder?

dynosoar said:

Does that spell trouble for those Utility customers already using the vehicle as a business commercial?
Why on earth didn't they sort this out from the start?

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Better late than never.

I wonder what is the technical difference that makes this version of the 2 seater HMRC compliant over the original version. My 5 seater commercial is classified as a van for road tax , speed limits and insurance but is not by HMRC

Grey Wolf said:

I wonder what is the technical difference that makes this version of the 2 seater HMRC compliant over the original version. My 5 seater commercial is classified as a van for road tax , speed limits and insurance but is not by HMRC

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I understand from another thread I think that all rear windows have been blacked out and any rear seat mounting points that still existed have been removed

The aluminium panel instead of glass has confused me somewhat, I could be wrong but the commercial new Defender vehicles just have glass in the rear doors. Do they not qualify for VAT refunds either ??

If they do, then why has the IG got to have metal panels ?

The Defender Commercial has a plastic panel inside the rear windows, but the glass is also etched so if you remove the plastic you still can't see through the glass.

ECrider said:

... but likely an HMRC department moving glacially. Ineos probably had to lobby a fairbit.

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I think they were pissed off because brexiteer sir Jim did engineer AND built the car in Continental Europe.

Now that a small part of the finishing touches are "made in UK" , they finally capitulated. ;-)

What about JLR? They chose to build the Defender in Central Europe and yet get credit for being totally British. Not even owned by a British company. Go figure.

And the British Belstaff jackets made in Albania

At least Buzz remain British

Jean Mercier said:

And the British Belstaff jackets made in Albania

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Certainly from descendants of former British emigrants.