Some early Grenadiers had an array of glitches such as sticking door buttons, software issues and climate control problems. Later cars are better because Ineos got to grips with things, and dealers tend to be attentive.

Some owners have complained of water leaks via the Safari windows (the pop-out sunroofs located above the front-seat passengers), and water can also get in via the latch mechanisms for the rear doors.

Peace of mind

The Grenadier comes with a pretty good warranty: five years with no mileage limit (but three years for any paint problems). However, there are just 12 sales outlets across the UK, and another 12 service centres.

On the pull

Look no further if you’re after a towcar, because all versions of the Grenadier can pull up to 3,500kg as long as the trailer is braked. The limit for an unbraked trailer is 750kg.

There are buttons everywhere including in the roof, and at first it’s daunting, but you soon get used to it. Rugged and roomy, the cabin is functional but the touchscreen could be slicker. There’s no seven-seat option, but space for five is excellent and so is boot capacity, with 1,255 litres available, or 2,035 litres with the seats folded down.

Running costs

A service is due every 12 months or 12,000 miles, with the schedule running Minor, Major, Intermediate, Major. For petrol Grenadiers, Minor, Intermediate and Major services cost £730, £770 and £1,037; buy a diesel and they are £580, £705 and £905. The engines don’t have any cambelts to replace and those costs include fresh brake fluid every other year and replacement coolant every four years.