Tag: BMW X5 Security Plus

  • 2015 BMW X5 Security Plus

    BMW is going to exhibit the 2015 X5 Security Plus at the Moscow Motor Show. The armored SAV (sports activity vehicle) was previewed as a concept at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show, but now a production model is ready to hit the market.

    2015 BMW X5 Security Plus comes with safety glass, special protection of seams, joints and connections of elements of the body. The model will have a protection class rating of VR6.

    The engine is the well-known 4.4 liter TwinPower Turbo V8 – 450HP (330 kW) and 650Nm (479 lb-ft) of torque. No words about performance, but the normal X5 xDrive50i accelerates 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and has a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). Since, the armored model will be a lot heavier, the performance will suffer, but the overall dynamics will be good enough.

    At the Moscow International Automobile Salon (MIAS 2014), BMW will present the latest innovations of its model range and innovative technologies for even greater driving pleasure. Visitors to the exhibition, which opens its doors to the public from August 29 to September 7, 2014 at the Crocus Expo exhibition area (Crocus Expo IEC), will be able to get acquainted with the diversity of the modern model line brands, including new items: the leader segment SAV – BMW X3 and coupe for active recreation (SAC – Sports Activity Coupe) BMW X4.

    Source: BMW

  • BMW Concept X5 Security Plus Offers Enhanced Protection For Occupants

    BMW-Concept-X5-Security-Plus-THUMBAlong with many other concepts BMW will be presenting at the Frankfurt Motor Show the third generation of a Security version based – the BMW Concept X5 Security Plus. This vehicle is the only one in its class which fulfills the requirements of protection level VR6.

    The car delivers all-round protection against violent assault, kidnapping and organized crime. BMW Concept X5 Security Plus combines effective occupant protection and generous comfort with the dynamic performance, agility and versatility.

    The vehicle is built around an armored passenger cell which was constructed from steel moldings and panels. And in order to prevent a penetrating bullet or fragment the car includes sealed joints in the critical areas around doors or where panels adjoin body pillars.

    Of course, there is also a security glass which was especially made for such protection. Inside of the glass there is a special treatment of polycarbonate coating. Furthermore, this BMW is equipped with the powerful 450 hp (330 kW) V8 petrol engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology and the intelligent BMW xDrive all-wheel-drive system.

    Based on a regular BMW X5 production model, this concept features a modified chassis, electronic management systems and brake system, which have been adapted to the enhanced vehicle weight. Another advantage of the BMW Security model is the discreet integration of security features. This means that BMW Concept X5 Security Plus does not differ visually from a regular production model.

    Of course, this Concept model also delivers the same comfort and convenience of the regular one. It features ergonomic design, spaciousness and choice of optional equipment. Here an Intelligent Emergency Call system is standard, but there are also extensive communication and information features and wide range of driver assistance systems optionally available. Other options for this model are the LED strobe lights in the radiator grille, roof beacons with a siren system and an auxiliary battery.

    Source: BMW

  • The BMW X5 Security Plus

    BMW is extending its range of security vehicles by an additional model in a new protection class. The BMW X5 Security Plus complies with the requirements of bullet resistance class 6 (APR 2006), bringing versatile mobility and comprehensive protection against criminal assault into line with each other. (more…)