Armoured XC90 Offers Discreet Bullet Resistance

Volvo has emboldened the diversity of its local range by introducing an armoured XC90, whose claim to fame is being a discreet bullet-resistant family haulier with all the amenities we’ve come to expect from the Swedish firm.

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Armoured XC90

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“We’ve noted a rising demand for armoured vehicles both globally and here in South Africa, with the Volvo Cars Special Vehicles division having received numerous requests to develop an XC90 with ballistic protection over the past few years. The addition of this special derivative to our local range means we can now provide a factory-backed solution to select individuals who desire that extra layer of protection.”- Greg Maruszewski, Volvo Car South Africa Managing Director

Offered to “select clients”, the armoured XC90 offers discreet ballistic protection, which is a product directly from the Swedish automaker. The armoured flagship SUV relies on B4-level armouring, which means it can withstand fire from most handguns. The word “discreet” is used to refer to the visibility of the armouring material which is integrated into the vehicle. For reference, “non-discreet” armouring would be more pronounced and visible, akin to the armourment that can be seen on a cash-in-transit vehicle.

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Armoured XC90

Image: Volvo

Discreet armouring is purposed to provide bullet resistance capabilities without alerting any would-be hijacker or criminal of a vehicle’s armourment. The B4-rated armourment adds roughly 300kg to the already hefty SUV. As such, Volvo has “optimised” the XC90’s chassis and braking system to compensate for the added weight.

Bullet resistance aside, the benefit of the armoured XC90 being fully approved by Volvo is that it retains the standard configuration’s 5-year/ 100 000 km warranty and the maintenance plan. Pricing for the armoured XC90 will start at R2,5 million.

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