How Much Can You Load on a 2026 Ineos Grenadier’s Roof and Doors? Utility Belts, the 420 kg Rack, and the Access Ladder

August 18 2026,

Cargo space inside a vehicle only goes so far. Once the kayaks, the spare fuel, the recovery boards, and the wet gear are accounted for, most of a summer trip’s equipment ends up strapped to the outside. The 2026 Ineos Grenadier was designed with that in mind, with load ratings published for the roof, the doors, and even the spare wheel.

This guide lays out exactly how much each exterior mounting point on the Grenadier is rated to carry, so gear can be packed by the numbers rather than by guesswork.

Exterior Load Ratings at a Glance

Mounting Point	Rating
Rhino Rack roof rack, static load	420 kg (926 lbs), including rack weight
Rhino Rack roof rack, dynamic load	150 kg (331 lbs), including rack weight
Front door utility belt	45 kg (99 lbs)
Rear door utility belt	35 kg (77 lbs)
Front door utility hook	5 kg (11 lbs)
Rear door utility hook	10 kg (22 lbs)
Rear access ladder	150 kg (331 lbs)
Spare wheel lockable storage box	20 litres, 15 kg (33 lbs)

The Roof: Rails Standard, Rack Optional

Every Grenadier comes with built-in roof rails and rubber protection strips as standard. The rails let an owner strap gear directly to the roof for occasional loads without adding any hardware.

For regular roof loading, the optional Rhino Rack roof rack is the upgrade. Its static rating of 420 kg is the figure that applies when the vehicle is parked, which is what matters for a rooftop tent with people sleeping in it. The dynamic rating of 150 kg applies while driving, and it is the number to plan around for anything carried on the highway. Both figures include the weight of the rack itself.

The Grenadier’s reinforced roof structure is what makes those ratings possible. A rack is only as strong as the roof it bolts to.

What Mounts to the Rack

The INEOS accessory range is built around the roof rack and the cross-bar option, with items marked for compatibility with one or both:

Kayak mounts with a dual mounting system
Bike carrier
Ski and snowboard carrier
Surfboard carrier
Cargo box
Jerry can mount
Spare wheel carrier
Hi-Lift jack mount
Sand ladder flat and side mounting brackets
Batwing side awning
Work lamp bracket
Roof tie-down rings and cargo load straps

Pioneer accessory bars fitted to the roof rack expand compatibility further. In Canada, INEOS accessories carry a three-year warranty.

The Doors: Utility Belts and Hooks

The optional utility belts run along the Grenadier’s flanks and are backed by a structure inside the doors that prevents panel deformation under load. The front door belt supports up to 45 kg of equipment; the rear door belt carries 35 kg.

Lower on each door, utility hooks take smaller items: 5 kg on the front doors and 10 kg on the rear. For a paddler, that is where a wet PFD and a dry bag hang between the launch and the campsite. For a worksite, it is where tools live so the cabin stays clean.

Reaching the Roof: The Access Ladder

Loading a roof rack on a vehicle this tall usually means standing on the tire or the door sill. The Grenadier offers an aluminum access ladder that mounts to the rear door on Station Wagon and Utility Wagon models. It is rated for 150 kg, and it is both e-coated and powder-coated for corrosion resistance.

On the Fieldmaster edition, the access ladder is included. Base buyers can add it as a standalone option.

The Spare Wheel Doubles as a Locker

The Grenadier’s standard-fit spare wheel mounts on the rear door, on the Station and Utility Wagon, or on the left side of the load bay on the Quartermaster. INEOS flipped it to face inward, which turns the hub well into usable space.

The Spare Wheel Lockable Storage Box fills that space with 20 litres of secure storage rated for 15 kg. It is available on every wheel option and it is where muddy boots and a soaked jacket go after a hike, locked and outside the cabin. The Black Edition includes it as standard.

Inside the Wagon: Tie-Down Points

For gear that does ride inside, the Station Wagon has 10 loadspace tie-down rings and the Utility Wagon has 12. The 30/70 split rear doors open to 102 degrees for a 1,255 mm wide opening, and a lockable stowage locker in the cargo area keeps smaller items out of sight.

Packing a Grenadier for a Quebec Summer Trip

Start with the dynamic roof rating: 150 kg covers a pair of kayaks on the dual mounts or a cargo box with camp gear, but the rack’s own weight comes off that number first. Rooftop tents are sized against the static rating once the vehicle is parked.

Move heavy, compact items to the utility belts and hooks, where they ride low and stay outside the cabin. Reserve the spare wheel box for whatever is wet or dirty at the end of the day.

Everything else goes inside, lashed to the tie-down rings, with the water barrier and drain-valve floor handling whatever tracks in with it.

Load Up a Grenadier at HGrégoire Ineos Grenadier

The 2026 Ineos Grenadier publishes a load rating for every exterior mounting point, from a 420 kg roof rack to a 15 kg spare wheel locker, so summer gear can be packed with confidence.

Visit HGrégoire Ineos Grenadier in Laval to see the roof rails, utility belts, and access ladder up close and go over which mounting accessories suit the equipment you carry.