BMW releases new X5 Protection VR6: safety upgrade to create a bulletproof SUV

BMW released the 2024 X5 earlier this year. This new luxury SUV attracted widespread attention. The most eye-catching one is its bulletproof version. Officials have confirmed that the bulletproof car named BMW X5 Protection VR6 will be delivered starting in February next year. Previously, BMW had released official pictures and detailed information about the car

BMW X5 Protected Edition The appearance of VR6 is almost the same as the regular version, but it has a huge improvement in safety performance. It is understood that BMW has carried out comprehensive protection upgrades on the bulletproof version of the X5. The doors, side skirts, roof and bulkhead areas are reinforced with high-strength steel plates. In addition, it is equipped with an armored luggage compartment partition and underbody shrapnel protection, as well as a sealable fuel tank device to ensure that it does not leak after being attacked. Car owners can also choose additional bottom and roof armor to further enhance the vehicle’s protective capabilities

Inside the car, the interior configuration of the BMW X5 Protection VR6 is still luxurious. It is equipped with a 14.9-inch 12.3-inch dual screen and is equipped with the latest iDrive 8.5 car system. The sports seats are wrapped in high-grade Sensafin leather, and four-zone air conditioning is also standard. It is worth mentioning that this model is only available in a four-seat version to further enhance the comfort of rear seats

BMW X5 Protection VR6 has made breakthroughs in protective performance and also made some innovations in unique functions. The car is equipped with an intercom system to communicate with people outside the car. In addition, features such as grille LED flash, rear flash, roof flash with horn, and roof antenna for digital radio receiver also add a lot of highlights to this bulletproof vehicle. BMW also provides a driver training program to provide car owners with professional training on "tactical behavior"

In terms of power, the BMW X5 Protection VR6 and M60i xDrive versions are the same of. They are all powered by a 4.4-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine paired with a 48-volt electric motor. This engine has a maximum power of 523 horsepower and a maximum torque of 553 pound-feet. However, due to the increased body weight caused by the protection upgrade, the acceleration time from 0-100 km/h is 5.9 seconds, which is 1.7 seconds slower than the M60i xDrive version. Top speed is 131 mph

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