As the most recent example of a new manufacturer building at scale, it would be interesting to see how much money Ineos used to capitalise and spin up their automotive division that builds the Grenadier.

a boxy front-end — with a grille that’s nearly vertical and a hood that goes almost straight out from the windshield

This is also an accurate description of the regular 3-Door Mini Cooper Hardtop.

Let’s look at it another way. If someone wants more than five seats, their choice is either a large crossover/SUV or some sort of van.

Given the general front end profile of a passenger van, is it actually any better for a pedestrian to be hit by something like a Toyota Alphard or a Lexus LM?