Ineos Automotive, a company that has already established itself with its robust Grenadier SUV, presents a new vehicle, which this time will be an electric vehicle and bears the name Ineos Fusilier. This new member of the Ineos family promises to bring a breath of fresh air to the world of electric SUVs with its unique blend of retro design and modern technology. And of course the promised robustness.
Fusilier, described as a smaller electric SUV with the option to extend the range with a gasoline engine, boasts boxy, retro-inspired shapes. Shorter and lower than its Grenadier predecessor, this model will be built on an innovative skateboard platform that includes a steel top, steel bottom and aluminum doors, providing a rugged design ready for off-road challenges.
Jim Ratcliffe, CEO of Ineos, emphasizes the importance of a mix of propulsion technologies to achieve decarbonisation targets without sacrificing consumer wants and needs. Boasting all-terrain tires, a front skid plate and tall bumpers, the Fusilier promises "world-leading off-road performance without compromising on-road performance."
For the development of the Fusilier it was Ineos a partnership with Magna, an Austrian company that will also manufacture this model. This partnership promises that the Fusilier will combine the best of two worlds: superior off-road performance and advanced electric technology that will give the vehicle a range of at least 400 km on a single charge. The Fusilier will not only be a robust off-road vehicle, but with the help of Magna's FM29 platform, which is also the basis for the Fisker Ocean, will provide an impressive range of at least 400 km, which puts the Ineos electric SUV alongside other promising electric vehicles on the market. While specification and pricing details are still under development, Ineos' vision combines advanced technology and a commitment to sustainable mobility, while maintaining its heritage of building rugged off-road vehicles.
According to photos released by Ineos, the Fusilier shows real off-road ability, with all-terrain tires, a front skid plate and tall bumpers. The design of the hood and doors is reminiscent of the Mercedes-Benz G-Class. According to Top Gear, the shorter, lower silhouette and elements such as active radiator grills were used to improve efficiency.
The Fusilier not only heralds a new era in the world of off-road vehicles, but also represents a key step towards decarbonisation and sustainable mobility. With production starting in 2026, this model will attract the attention of car enthusiasts and environmentalists looking for a vehicle capable of combining off-road performance with efficiency and low emissions.
The Ineos Fusilier is therefore not only the future of electric SUVs, but also a tribute to the heritage of robust vehicles that are ready for any challenge. Promising to deliver world-leading off-road performance while addressing the needs of sustainable mobility, the Fusilier stands as a symbol of progress and innovation in the automotive industry. Although many will accuse him of copying the legend, it is a smaller version of him. But still very, very interesting.
