Model Year 2026 (MY26) – Confirmed & Speculated Changes

[Random-Grenadier]

Hi all,

Surprised that there is such little talk about the next model year, while it’s right around the corner.

Starting this thread to collect everything known about the MY26 Grenadier — confirmed updates, observed differences, or dealer info.

I can make the start of what I’ve been told by dealers so far.

Steering & Drive

• Updated, progressive steering: lighter around centre, slightly smaller turning circle.
• Lane-Departure Assist: brake-based correction through ESP, not active steering.
• No confirmed CV-joint/driveshaft redesign yet — did anybody hear something?

Exterior / Lighting

• Headlights now with twin light-pipe signature (mostly cosmetic).

Electronics

• Heard about a new split of the infotainment display with no further details being provided.

Any additional information / news that you have come across, please share.

 

[Random-Grenadier]

Surprised that there is zero input. Either nobody is interested in what’s going to change or no information is being shared by the dealers yet…

 

[Jeremy996]

No information is being shared.
Commercially, almost no manufacturer will release information on "new, improved" as the old, inferior then don't sell. (Unless they have to, or are bounced into it by leaks).

 

[DaveB]

There are different versions for different countries.
Thankfully we still don't get ADAS so any changes there won't impact us.

 

[Tazzieman]

Wait until they get the Big Beautiful Factory. That's when you'll see big bespoke changes.

 

[Clark Kent]

Wait until they get the Big Beautiful Factory. That's when you'll see big bespoke changes.

Indeed

 

[Tazzieman]

Indeed
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Wheels are tiny & where's the chrome?

 

[Clark Kent]

Wheels are tiny & where's the chrome?

Povo pack. Comes in 9ct gold only.

 

[Tazzieman]

Povo pack. Comes in 9ct gold only.

So probably best called a Halfmaster.

 

[Max]

Povo pack. Comes in 9ct gold only.

The 9ct Gwagon with bigger cup holders for Tazzieman

 

[Tazzieman]

The 9ct Gwagon with bigger cup holders for Tazzieman

I want room for a coffee machine between the seats as well.

 

[Clark Kent]

I want room for a coffee machine between the seats as well.

I backed out before the thread got totally trashed but what the heck..

For a name I was thinking The Bugler. It fits with IA's naming convention and a Bugle resembles a simplified Trumpet. KOTUS would see it as a great honour .

 

[Eric]

No information is being shared.
Commercially, almost no manufacturer will release information on "new, improved" as the old, inferior then don't sell. (Unless they have to, or are bounced into it by leaks).

When referring to the new model Grenadier, "leaks" is an inappropriate word to use. 🌧As many a footwell can testify

 

[HereinDaRockies]

Surprised that there is zero input. Either nobody is interested in what’s going to change or no information is being shared by the dealers yet…

I don’t think anyone cares

 

[Random-Grenadier]

I don’t think anyone cares

And why do you think that’s the case?

 

[Pat]

The AC will be re-designed and thus the condensation water will not drop into the foot well. Also should be more accurate. Told to me in summer 25 by Ineos HQ service support member.

 

[Random-Grenadier]

The AC will be re-designed and thus the condensation water will not drop into the foot well. Also should be more accurate. Told to me in summer 25 by Ineos HQ service support member.

Thanks. You mean the AC should be more accurate?

 

[Logsplitter]

I dreamt that MY2026 Grenadiers will have a re designed front axle and prop shaft that doesn’t cause CV joints to fail and that all existing Grenadiers are going to have a recall for the re designed front drive line to be fitted. . My dream tonight will be about a completely new and bomb proof way of fixing the auxiliary radiators. that will be fitted to my26 Grenadiers. and retrofitted to existing Grenadiers.

 

[C-Mack]

A higher specification of windshield glass more resistant to cracking or stone chips would be a welcome upgrade to new production models… heck make it an optional extra you can select in the vehicle configurator for that matter. No windshield will be unbreakable but certainly there is some room for improvement in this area.

 

[ADVAW8S]

I dreamt that MY2026 Grenadiers will have a re designed front axle and prop shaft that doesn’t cause CV joints to fail and that all existing Grenadiers are going to have a recall for the re designed front drive line to be fitted. . My dream tonight will be about a completely new and bomb proof way of fixing the auxiliary radiators. that will be fitted to my26 Grenadiers. and retrofitted to existing Grenadiers.

Have you seen the new Agile bracket for radiators?