The Design Edition grade will sit between the SE Edition and SE L Edition trim levels.
Skoda has added a new Design Edition specification to its smallest SUV, the Kamiq.
The Kamiq acts as a rival to cars like the Nissan Juke, Seat Arona and Volkswagen T-Cross and acts as an entry point to the firm’s range of SUVs.
This new Design Edition comes as standard with the same level of equipment as the existing SE Edition model but adds in 17-inch alloy wheels, black roof and door mirrors and privacy glass. On the inside, the car utilises front sports seats, cloth and microsuede upholstery, a three-spoke sports steering wheel, and red trim on the dashboard.
Ambient lighting and sports seats come as standard. (Skoda)
Furthermore, ambient lighting, black headlining, and aluminium pedals are also standard for this new trim level.
A choice of two engines are available including the entry-level 1.0-litre three-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine with a choice of power outputs of either 94bhp or 114bhp.
All versions come as standard with a manual gearbox, however, if you opt for the higher-powered 114bhp unit, there is the choice of a seven-speed DSG automatic transmission, too.
The Design Edition features 17-inch alloy wheels, a black roof and privacy glass. (Skoda)
Prices start at £25,855 for the lesser powered model and rise to £28,185 for the higher powered unit with the DSG automatic gearbox.
Order books for the Kamiq Design Edition open on January 16 with first deliveries expected to commence in the spring of this year.
Lightweight sports car is set to feature a new engine variant from 2026
AC Cars will introduce a new engine and gearbox option for its lightweight Cobra GT Roadster and GT Coupe vehicles to provide a new entry point to the range.
Sitting alongside the naturally aspirated and supercharged V8 versions which have already been created, the new 2.0-litre petrol engine will join the existing powertrain options in 2026.
The new AC Cobra engine is designed to provide a lightweight entry to the range
Despite being smaller in capacity than the existing setups, the new engine will still be ‘performance-orientated’, according to AC Cars, and will be available in two states of tune depending on the model of car. While the brand has yet to announce full performance figures, it has stated that the new engine could produce ‘up to 390bhp’ – slightly less than the 654bhp you’ll get from range-topping V8-powered models.
In addition, the new engine variant will be available with a new dual-clutch automatic gearbox, as well as a more traditional six-speed manual.
(AC Cars)
David Conza, CEO of AC Cars, said: “This is a key step in our programme of growth, yet allows us to stay true to what define us. Offering clients a wider choice of performance engines will broaden the appeal for our exclusive sports cars, and means we can reach the markets that impose higher taxation of large displacement engines.”
AC Cars has yet to announce full specifications for the upcoming variant but has stated that prices are expected to start from £235,000. Interested parties can already reserve a car via the AC Cars website.
Striking design was released some time ago, but a new feature has yet to be showcased.
It may have been some time since the Jaguar Type 00 was revealed but the brand has now revealed a new feature of the striking concept.
Sparking fierce debate, the Type 00 formed part of Jaguar’s wider re-brand which saw it ditch its traditional image in favour of a more modern look and feel.
The Type 00 is an early look at what a future Jaguar electric vehicle could look like and features several key touches, including brass ingots on each side of the car engraved with the brand’s famous ‘leaper’ logo and a large, spacious interior with three hand-finished brass lines running the length of the cabin.
The Type 00 is the first concept car since Jaguar’s rebranding
However, Jaguar has now revealed in a short teaser video that the Type 00 incorporates a rear section that can open and close, presumably to give access to a luggage compartment or open area. The entire rear piece rises slowly to show that rear storage section before closing back down to seamlessly fit with the car’s primary bodywork.
Interestingly, when opened the feature would also give the driver a clear view out of the back as, in closed form, the Type 00 doesn’t feature a traditional rear windscreen and instead relies on rear-facing cameras and displays to show what is behind the vehicle.
The Type 00 launches in Miami Pink and London Blue
Jaguar says that the new car uses a dedicated electric car platform that could deliver up to 478 miles of range. Plus, rapid charging could add up to 200 miles of range after 15 minutes of topping up. The production-ready version of the Type 00 is expected to be revealed in late 2025.
Upgraded version of the brand’s MBUX Voice Assistant can provide ‘accurate and up-to-date’ answers.
Drivers of Mercedes cars will soon be able to ‘chat’ to their vehicles following an update.
The free upgrade, which applies to many of the brand’s cars running its MBUX infotainment system, uses artificial intelligence (AI) to provide clear answers to all manner of questions. When asked something, the system will now deliver responses through Microsoft Azure OpenAI and Microsoft Bing web search data, allowing ‘seamless’ interaction between car and driver.
The new feature will be available on many Mercedes cars running its MBUX system
Available for over three million Mercedes vehicles, the feature gives drivers the ability to ask their vehicles all manner of questions, covering topics such as pop culture, geography, science and history – according to Mercedes – and even allows it to complete follow-up responses based on earlier enquiries.
Drivers can also ask the MBUX Voice Assistant other queries such as those about the weather, news and sports results. All owners need to state is ‘hey Mercedes’ and the system will spark into life.
The voice assistant can also be activated via the steering wheel
Markus Schäfer, member of the board of management of Mercedes‑Benz Group AG, said: “By adding an AI-driven knowledge feature to our MBUX Voice Assistant, we are making it even easier for customers to connect with their vehicle in an entertaining and rewarding way. Our unique AI software seamlessly interacts with ChatGPT and Bing through Microsoft Azure OpenAI Service to deliver information like never before.”
The update won’t require a dealership visit, though it’s likely that owners will be given an on-screen prompt asking if they want to install the new version of software.
Whether it’s a caravan or a trailer, there are cars on the market designed for such a purpose and these are the best ones out there.
Do you regularly tow with your car? Maybe it’s with a caravan or horsebox? Well, there are lots of choices available on the new car market that are more than capable of being up to the job if you’re looking to make a change.
As cars become more technologically advanced, so too do their powertrains and torque figures – meaning there has never been more choice on the market for those that need to tow. Many of the cars on this list feature some form of towing assistance system, too, which can make things even easier.
We’ve compiled a list of the best new cars on the market if you’re a regular tower of trailers and caravans.
Land Rover Discovery
The Discovery is a luxurious and capable off-roader. (Land Rover)
One of the best cars for towing is Land Rover’s Discovery SUV as not only is it practical and large enough to accommodate a growing family, but it also has a maximum towing capacity of up to 3,500kg – making it one of the best tow cars on sale.
The Discovery has a premium-feeling interior, is offered with plenty of different engines and, if you like the exterior design, makes the Discovery close to the complete package.
Volkswagen Touareg
The Touareg can tow up to 3,500kg. (Volkswagen)
Volkswagen’s flagship SUV, the Touareg, has gained an image over its 21-year history for being one of the ultimate tow cars, and it’s not hard to see why.
It can tow up to 3,500kg without breaking a sweat and if you opt for the 3.0-litre turbocharged diesel unit, not only does it come packed with 286bhp but it has torque levels of 500Nm – making towing those heavier loads a breeze.
Land Rover Defender
The Defender is a no nonsense go-anywhere off-roader. (Land Rover)
Land Rover’s strong and dependable Defender not only looks great wherever it goes, but it can tow well while striking a pose. Not to mention its go-anywhere capability, which comes courtesy of an accomplished four-wheel-drive system. The 3.0-litre diesel unit allows for a maximum towing capacity of 3,500kg – just like in the Touareg.
But unlike the Volkswagen, it has been built from the ground up to be one of the best off-roaders in the world and its strong engine and pulling power make it a wise choice on this list.
It comes with a variety of different body styles and it can make for a great family car, but some of the options can escalate the price tag somewhat to make the Defender rather expensive.
Toyota Land Cruiser
The latest Land Cruiser is tougher than before with up to 3,500kg of towing capacity. (Toyota)
Toyota’s latest Land Cruiser is a good looking and tough off-roader that not only has reliability on its side but also comes with a towing capacity of 3,500kg thanks to its engine’s 500Nm of torque, making it a lot less of a chore to pull those heavier loads such as a caravan or trailer.
Toyota’s infamous off-roader has been around for over 70 years and not only has it proved itself to be one of the world’s strongest and toughest vehicles, but the Land Cruiser will always be ready for any hard graft nature prepares to throw at it – making it the ideal towing car.
Skoda Superb Estate
The Superb Estate is an almost complete package. (Skoda)
Skoda’s Superb Estate may only have a maximum towing capacity of up to 2,200kg, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t a great tow car.
The Superb is one of the most complete cars on the market, offering limousine levels of interior space and a boot capacity that will put larger SUVs to shame. The Skoda also comes with handy storage features dotted about the place to make it not only the ideal family car but perfect for those caravan trips away.
Mazda CX-60
The CX-60 comes with a 3.3-litre turbocharged diesel engine.(Mazda)
Mazda has always done things differently and the CX-60 is one of its latest examples that bucks that trend. While many car manufacturers are going down the electrified route, Mazda has decided to give one of its largest SUVs a new 3.3-litre turbocharged diesel engine that generates 450Nm of torque. If you go for the all-wheel-drive model, its maximum towing capacity is up to 2,500kg, and although that may not be the most impressive on this list, it’s still up there with some of the very best.
Its interior is a lovely place to sit and you get a decent array of standard equipment, but its boot space could be aided a little bit further by offering more space in this category of car – but overall the CX-60 is a cracking choice for a tow car.
Seen as the stepping stone towards full electrification, plug-in hybrids offer electric driving ranges with the convenience of owning a petrol car.
One type of vehicle that gets a lot overlooked these days is plug-in hybrids or PHEVs for short.
However, they make a lot of sense because they come with all the convenience of owning a conventional petrol, diesel or hybrid car with the lower CO2 emissions and electric driving range of an EV.
As car makers move towards full electrification, you might think that this technology may be fading out, but in fact, this year alone we’ve seen certain plug-in hybrid models become better than ever with electric ranges surpassing nearly 90 miles.
We’ve compiled a list of the best plug-in hybrids on sale today and the ones that offer the best all-around packages.
Hyundai Santa Fe
The Santa Fe is a practical and bold looking SUV. (Hyundai)
The latest Hyundai Santa Fe may look like a Lego brick, but underneath that sci-fi styling lies a brilliant car.
The Santa Fe drives extremely well for a car of this size, while also packing loads of interior space and comes with a very efficient plug-in hybrid drivetrain. It features a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine mated to a 13.8kWh battery pack that Hyundai claims can travel up to 34 miles on electric power. In terms of performance, this drivetrain produces a total of 158bhp and 265Nm of torque, while 0-60mph takes 9.1 seconds.
Skoda Kodiaq iV
The Kodiaq has just got into its second generation. (Skoda)
The Skoda Kodiaq has just morphed into its second generation and has become an excellent all-round car that is solidly built, packed full of features, efficient and available with a choice of five or seven seats.
The plug-in hybrid variant that is badged iV comes equipped with a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine alongside a 20kWh battery pack that Skoda claims can bring up to 76 miles on electric power. The Kodiaq is also bigger than the outgoing model and there is a great array of different storage solutions scattered all over the cabin to make this the ideal family car.
Volkswagen Golf
The hybrid Golf has been improved
A smaller proposition on this list is Volkswagen’s Golf which is a car for those who want a small family hatchback that can do everything very well.
This year, the Golf received a mid-life facelift and with it, its plug-in hybrid powertrain was also improved. Now, its 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine with 19.7kWh battery pack can do a claimed 81 miles on electric power – which for a car of this size and is class-leading.
In addition, the Golf is good to drive, practical, well-built and with an updated interior with physical buttons making a return to the steering wheel, this really is a car that needs to be taken seriously.
Skoda Superb Estate iV
The Superb Estate offers 510 litres of boot capacity. (Skoda)
Another Skoda on this list is the Superb Estate iV, which like the Kodiaq is a car packed full of clever features and practical storage solutions while offering a boot space capacity of 510 litres.
Plus, the Superb Estate is relaxing, effortless and packed full of on-board tech to make it the perfect mile-muncher. Under the bonnet, you’ll find the same 1.5-litre turbocharged unit in the Kodiaq PHEV and it also has the same 20kWh battery capacity allowing for a claimed electric driving range of the same 76 miles as its SUV counterpart.
BMW 530e
BMW’s 5 Series is stylish, efficient and great to drive. (BMW)
One of the best executive saloons around, the BMW 5 Series, not only is great to drive and comes packed with the latest technology, but its plug-in hybrid offering is very efficient and offers a decent electric range.
The PHEV version comes with a 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine with a 22.1kWh battery pack that BMW claim can achieve up to 64 miles on electric power, making it one of the best mid-sized saloons when it comes to plug-in hybrid power.
Mercedes C300e
The C-Class plug-in hybrid can do a claimed 64 miles on electric power. (Mercedes)
In the compact executive class, one of the best PHEV alternatives is the Mercedes C300e, which rivals BMW’s 3 Series 330e plug-in hybrid.
The C-Class is good-looking and is a very comfortable car that includes the three-pointed star’s heritage and desirability. Its engine is a 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine that features a 25kWh battery pack that Mercedes claims can achieve up to 64 miles on electric power – making what already is a comfortable and quiet saloon even more luxurious and efficient.
Morocco is a common destination car makers head to when they launch a new product. Mazda followed suit recently – but took things to the next level.
Morocco. For 40,000 years it has been the bridge between the East, Africa and Europe. It’s a place where powerful dynasties have risen and subsequently fallen, and which European powers have sought to exploit and control.
While its most northerly point may be a mere 8.9 miles off the coast of Spain, it’s another world of ancient cities, rich culture and sand – plenty of sand. To a European, there’s a magic about the country that is beguiling, and this close-to-home but other-worldly feel is why car makers love launching their latest off-roaders in Morocco. Its terrain is harsh enough to flatter the sparkling new product, but its airport allows a quick escape to the company boardroom.
So, on reading the invitation that landed in my inbox one miserable Wednesday afternoon, I was expecting the usual – a pleasant jaunt around some of Morocco’s most picturesque towns for a couple of days, providing ample opportunity to take Instagram-worthy pictures.
(Dave Smith/Mazda)
I couldn’t have been more wrong. Mazda has a habit of putting its cars through gruelling expeditions, and the trip that lay ahead was a two-day 1,100-kilometre hike up the Atlas mountains to the edge of the Sahara desert, and through areas that couldn’t be further from the social media-friendly tourist routes. However, the car that I would be doing this in would be no uncompromising, agricultural, rock-hopping 4×4, but a luxurious SUV with air-conditioned seats and a Bose sound system – Mazda’s CX-60.
My adventure starts in the only place to begin an epic drive of Morocco – Marrakesh. The ‘Red City’, as it’s nicknamed, is still a thriving metropolis where goods are traded and cultures mix, and after a night of fine food in one of the city’s famous souks, it’s time to point the Mazda south-east to our overnight stop in Ouarzazate – a solid nine-hour drive.
With such a slog on Morocco’s most challenging roads ahead of us, an easy passage out of the city is what’s needed. And yet, despite an early alarm call with the sun gently rising above the city’s typically ornate Islamic and Berber architecture, the place is swarming with Tuk-tuks, battered Dacias, and carts nearly toppling over with the day’s produce and wares. The locals don’t seem to heed any rules of the road, with my German-registered Mazda, shiny with not a mark on its Soul Red paintwork, proving to be a magnet to every passing vehicle.
(Dave Smith/Mazda)
After a couple of hours or so, the roads become narrower but no less dangerous. Here, the roads are of uneven quality and the traffic even more disorderly than where we began the day. The High Atlas mountains are beginning to encroach on the surroundings, and it’s now that we start to see how cruel the landscape can be. Many areas that we ease the big Mazda through are still painfully suffering from the effects of an earthquake that shook the area to pieces in September 2023. Tarpaulins covering piles of rocks that used to be houses litter the sides of the road, yet locals are still residing here – some too proud to leave, while others likely don’t have the means to.
Before long we started to climb. Although a single track in many places, the road surface here initially is remarkably good – it’s the famed Tizi-n-Test pass that stretches upwards to 6,893 ft and connects Marrakesh to the arid plains of the Sahara desert. This road was blasted out of the mountains by French colonialists between 1926 and 1932 and cuts right through the Atlas range.
(Dave Smith/Mazda)
On first impressions, it’s a gentle trek. But soon there’s a relentless onslaught of hairpins and unbarriered corners where 500-metre drops-offs lie in wait; with the road surface crumbling at these tight switchbacks, care is needed as smooth pebbles littering the road can make the tyres slide towards the precipitous drops.
It makes for a sweaty palms drive, but a stop at the top and the view across the Souss plain with the peaks of the Anti-Atlas mountain dotted on the horizon makes for a relaxing break. And then it’s an easy 18km, fast-flowing blast down the other side.
Smoother, wider roads mean I can pick up the pace to reach our overnight stop by nightfall. Here I’m dancing with the Sahara – skirting its edges and occasionally dipping the Mazda’s wheels into its dusty territory. It’s a quick drive, made special by there being no traffic on the road for hours, and the CX-60’s 3.3-litre straight-six diesel provides effortless power. On fast-flowing roads like this, the CX-60’s balanced ride and engaging steering remind me that I’m driving a modern-day family car after all, not a cumbersome off-roader.
Just as the sun starts to disappear behind rocky outcrops, I turn the Mazda off the main road down a jagged pathway and park it in the middle of a stunning canyon. Some 12 miles south of Ouarzazate, the Ouednoujoum Ecolodge is a wonderfully rustic collection of rooms, free from the fripperies of modern, generic hotel accommodations.
(Dave Smith/Mazda)
The daytime temperature of 35 degrees slips reluctantly to 22 overnight, and my little hut with terracotta-washed walls, clings onto the heat. It’s a rough night thanks to that warmth and a hard bed, but a very early start the next day sees me making an early dash through Ouarzazate. It’s an odd place; it’s known as ‘the door to the desert’ and because of this, it’s often chosen by Hollywood to stand in for locations such as Tibet, Afghanistan and Egypt. Film credits include Gladiator, The Sheltering Sky and even The Living Daylights.
It was worth getting up early, not just for the CX-60’s air-conditioned seats and comfortable suspension, but for the road that lay ahead. I whip past rivers sitting alongside tranquil oases of fruit and almond trees, and through villages that consist entirely of kasbahs and ksour – fortified houses, in other words, made from earth and mudbrick. The road, the R704, begins to climb. This is the famous Dades Gorge – a simply stunning stretch that’s shrouded with high limestone cliffs. With its tight hairpins, it seems to rudely encroach on this centuries-old landscape.
(Dave Smith/Mazda)
On and on the Mazda climbs to around 6,000 ft before the tarmac gives up its fight with the topography. From here on, it’s a 4,000-ft trudge that will end with me conquering the highest road in the Atlas mountains. The now single track is deserted, but the road quality is akin to the surface of the moon. I am convinced the CX-60 shod in summer tyres would grind to a halt on the steeper sections, unable to find traction due to the dust and smooth stones that now form the road. But the Mazda plods on until asphalt makes a welcome reappearance right at the top of the summit.
From here on in, it’s a five-hour joy ride back down to Marrakesh. This northern side of the drive unlocks new scenery with every turn; the pink-painted fortified houses are long gone as the landscape gets ever greener – more European, you could say, at times. And then it’s into the melee of Marrakesh once more – oddly it seemed quaintly primitive nearly two days ago, but in contrast to the gorges and barren sandy plains of this morning, it’s vibrant and exotic.
As I parked up the CX-60 to catch my EasyJet flight home packed with tourists, I was amazed at how this very road-biased car with its luxurious interior and unfashionable diesel power coped with such harsh and, at times, dangerous terrain. It shows that the modern crop of SUVs is hugely adept in all sorts of environments, but also that there’s still a place for a diesel car no matter how unfairly hated they’ve become.
Ed Jackson and Ross Stirling completed the challenge for the Millimetres 2 Mountains Foundation.
A gruelling charity event has seen a pair drag a new Kia Picanto over 30 miles in 24 hours on foot, raising over £12,000 in the process.
Ed Jackson and Ross Stirling pulled along the new Picanto – which weighs just under a tonne – as far as they could within the 24-hour period along a runway at Bovingdon Airfield, Hertfordshire.
The event took place at Bovingdon Airfield
By the end of the gruelling event, the team had raised more than £12,000 for the Millimetres 2 Mountains (M2M) Foundation, which Ed and his wife Lois co-founded. A mental health charity that helps individuals through exploration in the great outdoors, M2M was founded following Ed’s 2017 accident which had seen him misjudge the depth of water in a pool and break his neck – leaving him paralysed from the waist down. Despite being told that he would never walk again, Ed has submitted several mountains – and helped to pull along a Picanto for this event.
Ed said, “Wow, that was a challenge and a half. Every year, we love spreading some Christmas cheer by taking on something a bit daft, and this might just have been our toughest one yet! A huge shoutout to Kia and FJ Chalke for donating the car—not only did it look fantastic, but it made the journey from Somerset to the airfield an absolute breeze. Thank you!”
The pair went into the depths of the night for the challenge
Ross, meanwhile, has so far raised more than £1 million for charity and is a trustee of the M2M Foundation. He’s currently the creative director of a music venue operator in the US.
Stirling said: “When it comes to fundraisers, I knew this one would be a real mental challenge. Pushing through at 4am in complete darkness was tough, but the incredible supporters who showed up in the morning gave us the energy to keep going! A huge thank you to our amazing sponsors and everyone who contributed—you all made this possible!”
A hardworking truck can make the biggest of jobs easier, but which ones should you check out today?
A pick-up can be the ideal tool for all kinds of jobs. Whether you need to transport heavy goods on a frequent basis or like to take mountain bikes on big adventures, a pick-up truck is something that can make the toughest of jobs a little easier.
Though the pick-up market might have been dwindling over the last few years, there’s still some good variety out there to consider. Let’s see what’s on offer today.
Ford Ranger
The V6 engine gives the Ranger plenty of grunt
Ford’s Ranger has routinely proven to be one of the most popular pick-up trucks in the UK. It’s not hard to see why, either, as with a robust chassis setup and a rugged yet comfortable interior, you can push it to the limit-off road and still have a reasonably refined experience when you return to the paved sections.
There are a good number of specifications to choose from, too, including the range-topping Raptor which throws in a punchy V6 petrol engine and a range of performance upgrades which make it near-peerless on the rough stuff.
Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster
(Ineos)
The Grenadier Quartermaster is one of the newest additions to the pick-up market and it does so with a healthy dose of style. Like the standard Grenadier, the Quartermaster is available with BMW-sourced engines which are smooth and responsive. The pleasant gearbox comes courtesy of the German manufacturer, too.
It’s got enough load space to carry a full-sized Euro pallet, too, and just like the standard car should prove very capable off-road.
Volkswagen Amarok
The Amarok feels more composed at speed
The first-generation Volkswagen Amarok showed that pick-up trucks could drive just as pleasantly as a large SUV and it still continues to deliver a similar experience into its second-generation. Today, the Amarok sits on the same platform as the Ford Ranger but brings a slightly more upmarket experience than its American cousin.
There’s loads of good equipment inside and the whole interior is built solidly as well. Fortunately, it’s backed up by decent off-road manners as well.
Maxus T90EV
The T90EV should manage over 200 miles on a charge
It’s not something you expect to find in this list – an electric vehicle. However, Maxus has bucked the trend by delivering its completely battery-powered T90EV, which is here to show that EVs can be just as practical as their combustion-engined counterparts.
It can match many rivals in terms of its load-carrying ability and should be able to return over 200 miles from a single charge. Top-up using cheap home energy rates and it’ll prove a lot cheaper to run than others on this list, too.
KGM Musso
The new Musso has hit dealerships
KGM – which was formerly known as Ssangyong – has one of the more hard-wearing pick-ups on the market today with its Musso. It’s available in a variety of specifications, too, with all getting a trustworthy 2.2-litre diesel engine under the bonnet.
Available with both manual and automatic gearboxes, the Musso is a truck which punches well above its weight in terms of capability.
Isuzu D-Max
The D-Max has always been a reliable tool for those who need a no-nonsense pick-up
The D-Max remains one of the ‘core’ pick-ups on sale in the UK today and it’s one which has been around for a little while now. Solidly made and with a 1.9-litre diesel engine under the bonnet, the D-Max is very much a ‘tool’ that will get the job done.
You can also get it in head-turning Arctic Trucks specification, too, which adds in huge wheels and massively bolstered arches for even more performance off-road.
Based on the standard Grenadier Quartermaster cab chassis, the vehicles will be used for events and promotional purposes across Australia.
Ineos has revealed an exclusive one-off special in Australia of its Grenadier Quartermaster Cab, with the Kaiju.
Firstly, the name. The word ‘Kaiju’ is Japanese for ‘monster’ or ‘giant creature’ which really makes this Grenadier need no introduction.
The Kaiju will be used throughout Australia as a promotional tool for the brand and will be seen at many events in the coming months.
The vehicle utilises the standard Grenadier Quartermaster Cab chassis but has been built in partnership with some of Australia’s most well-known accessory suppliers including Norweld, Rhino-rack, Brown Davis, Redarc, Jmacx, GME, BF, Maxtrax and Stedi.
It comes with a host of extras to make it the ideal go-anywhere off-roader. (Ineos)
The Kaiju is finished off in an all-black exterior and also features a long-range fuel tank from Brown Davis giving an extra 168 litres of fuel over the standard 90 litres. There are raised air intakes, an access ladder, a compass and altimeter, an auxiliary battery, differential locks at the front and rear and a high-load auxiliary switch panel and external plugs.
Further features include a bolt-on jerry can holder, heavy-duty aluminium ute tray, rock sliders and a 1200mm trundle drawer with drop-in table.
Justin Hocevar, regional director at Ineos Automotive, said: “We wanted to create a truly unique Quartermaster together with some incredibly innovative local engineering and accessory partners. The Quartermaster Cab chassis is a ‘blank canvas’ that allows for great visibility when it comes to customisation, so together with these project partners, we let our imaginations run wild.”
As the Grenadier Quartermaster Kaiju is a one-off, there are no prices or order books, but expect the Kaiju to carry a very hefty premium if this exclusive model ever were to come up for sale over the standard Quartermaster’s £66,215.
