The BMW 7-Series/i7 has been announced as the most advanced safety sedan of the current German brand lineup – Photo: BMW
On August 8, the BMW 7-Series announced an armored version of the two main lines, the 7-Series and the i7, called the Protection. This is the first time in the current generation that there is a weak safety variant of the BMW 7-Series.
Compared to the default version, the BMW i7 and 7-Series Protection are equipped with a new armored body. Plus, the doors, chassis and roof have all been strengthened.
The German-origin brand claims that the car can protect users from explosives, swarms, grenades and drone attacks.
Under normal circumstances, the BMW 7-Series/i7 Protection is impossible to distinguish from the standard configuration – Photo: BMW
The car window glass is also equipped with VPAM 10 standard bulletproof glass, the highest possible on civilian vehicles. The vehicle fuel tank is capable of self-sealing holes in case of damage caused by external agents.
Some other equipment could include special 20-inch PAX light-weight alloy wheels, along with run-flat tires that help the car sustain a top speed of 80 km/h after a puncture. Will be able to.
Due to the extremely heavy weight of the vehicle, the ability to move at high speeds is greatly affected. The pure electric version of the i7 has acceleration time from 0 to 100 km/h, increased from 4.7 to 9 seconds, with top speed limited to 160 km/h.
The 7-Series typically takes an extra 2.4 seconds (4.2 to 6.6) to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h, with top speed limited to 210 km/h.
The car’s interior retains the luxury of the prototype – Photo: BMW
In terms of design, the BMW i7 and 7-Series Protection look simple enough not to attract attention. However, the police lights on the roof and rear mirror can still help identify the car if needed.
Until 2023, BMW has had more than 40 years developing and selling limited editions specializing in the protection of vulnerable people. The name line that started this trend was also the BMW 7-Series with a variant called the Security Vehicle which was launched in 1978.
Some more pictures of BMW 7-Series Protection:
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