The BMW X7 is popular with politicians, executives and celebrities, so INKAS has decided to offer the world’s first armored variant. Designed to offer exceptional levels of protection and comfort, the armored X7 doesn’t look terribly special at first glance. However, a closer look will reveal thick bullet-resistant glass.
That’s just the tip of the
iceberg as the X7 offers 360° protection despite offering amenities such as a
panoramic sunroof. The company didn’t go into many specifics, but noted the
vehicle has a protected passenger compartment, a reinforced suspension, run
flat tires, and protection for the battery as well as critical electrical
systems. Thanks to these changes, the crossover offers “protection from top to
bottom and even ensures that no bullets can penetrate the door seals.”
Speaking of bullets, the X7 meets the CEN
1063 BR6 ballistic standard and can withstand attacks from rifles firing
7.62x51mm or .308 Winchester FMJ ammunition. The crossover also protects
occupants from explosions, including two hand grenades detonated
simultaneously.
While the standard model offers impressive
levels of protection, customers can purchase upgrades such as a smoke screen
system, an air filtration system and an engine bay fire suppression system. The
model can also be outfitted with sirens, emergency lights and a public address
system.
Under the hood, there’s a turbocharged
3.0-liter inline-six that produces 335 hp in the xDrive40i
variant. Customers can also opt for a twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 that produces up
to 612 hp. Regardless of which engine is selected, all are
connected to an eight-speed automatic transmission and an all-wheel drive
system.
