BMW Reveals Upgraded Armoured X5, can withstand Assault From AK47 Rifle
The safe just got safer as the BMW introduced X5 Security Plus which offers protection of VR6 standard. And with VR6 standard we meant that the new X5 Security Plus can withstand Mikhail’s Kalashnikov rounds (AK-47) along with the assault of SWAT’s favourite M4 Carbine and other common automatic rifles.
According to the BMW, for increased safety and security the upgraded X5 gets toughened bullet proof safety glass around windshields and windows. While the seam joints and connecting panels have also been upgraded and designed in a way to give its high profile passengers a complete safety from a possible outside attack. To make that sure, windows are offered with a polycarbonate coating which is effective in stopping bullets of all kind.The interiors looks similar to the standard X5 SUV, though the automaker has updated driver aids and suspension along with a new switchgear which is now fitted to the center console.
BMW will manufacture the X5 Security Plus along with the other BMW armoured cars at a dedicated factory in Mexico. Moreover, the X5 Security Plus is based on xDrive50i thus it is powered by 4.4-litre V8 engine which develops a power of 449bhp and 650 Nm of peak torque.
Since the X5 gets security enhancement, the kerb weight of the SUV gets an additional load of 2250kg, which affects its performance. But don’t you worry, it still can achieve 0 to 100kmph mark in 4.9 seconds- good enough to take you out of any danger.
While in our Special Independence Day Article, I mentioned that the BMW X5 has a special place in our President and PM’s cavalcade. The rugged all wheel drive SUV carries officials and guards of President's Bodyguard (PBG) and SPG (Special Protection Group), responsible of the safety of President and Prime Minister respectively.
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