Klassen’s portfolio includes a vast
selection of tuned, stretched and/or armored vehicles, but one particular ride
stands out; Range Rover SVAutobiography. Designed as a presidential limo, it
will keep occupants safe from gunfire, as it features Level 7 ballistic
protection. This means it can withstand multiple shots from a military assault
rifle, and even if the bad guys shoot the tires, it will still escape the
scene, as the bulletproof tires are included and guarantee a driving distance
of up to 80 km.
Compared to the stock Range Rover
SVAutobiography, Klassen’s build is 1,016 mm)longer. The extra
space added between the two axles has opened up tons of interior legroom in the
rear passenger compartment, which is completely separated from the driver.
Extra privacy is assured by the electric curtains fitted all around, and the
vehicle also includes a rear command panel to access different functions.
Two extra seats have been installed at the
back, although they can be hidden away to let those who really matter stretch
their feet as much as they want to. That may look like a regular panoramic
roof, but it is really a sliding hatch with grab handles that can be used by
heads of state during parades to wave at the crowds.
The German company behind the project
refrained from speaking about any kind of numbers, so in all likelihood, the
5.0-liter supercharged V8 engine is stock, pumping out 557 HP and 700 Nm of torque.
Anyone looking for an armored and
stretched luxury SUV isn’t concerned about the money part, which is probably
why Klassen hasn’t announced any pricing details. Still, you’re looking at a
vehicle which in totally stock form starts at € 193,600 (US$ 209,455) in Germany
and US$ 209,500 in the U.S., and that’s without any optional extras, so that gives
you an idea of the kind of money we’re talking about here.
