4x4s like the Mercedes G-Wagen and Land Rover Defender have gained loyal followings among buyers who need tough off-road vehicles with little or no nonsense built-in but now there’s a new kid on the block. German manufacturer Partisan Motors thinks it can challenge tough, military inspired SUVs with its new and almost unbelievably boxy model, the Partisan One.

Designed by a Russian engineer called Dr. Juri Postnikov, the Partisan One makes liberal use of right angles in its design to the point that you’d think it was styled by a scaffolder. It is made in Germany, the home of some of the world’s most revered premium car brands and yet it has a creature comfort count that would be bettered by some damp caves. At least Partisan Motors has absolute faith in its product, claiming to offer a warranty of 100 years to anyone keen enough to buy one.

While we jest, the One, is in principle a good idea. It is claimed to have been engineered on a platform that supports a host of different powertrains and body styles, along with its simple construction making repairs quick and easy. Even though it uses a 2.8-litre Fiat diesel that produces 148bhp, it is claimed to facilitate electric power, whether that be hybrid or the full EV works.