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Armored BMW X7

If you need more protection, there is the Canadian company Inkas. Introducing the armored BMW X7, resistant to rifle bullets and even hand grenades. It is the first commercially available armored BMW X7.

The exterior of the vehicle shows no signs of armor. There are tinted windows (much thicker) and extra doors and a small window behind the hatch, which is part of the 360-degree protection package. Inkas claims that the armor is strong enough to stop 7.62 or .308 ammunition, as well as the explosion of two hand grenades.

Accessories such as air filtration, sirens, emergency lights, night vision system and smoke protection systems are also available. The battery and ECU are additionally protected.

The standard X7 has a 4.4-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine that delivers 523 hp and also offers a 335-horsepower inline-six engine. Also, Inkas offers an engine upgrade to 612 hp.

To withstand the extra load, the car has a reinforced suspension as well as run-flat tires.

The interior of the vehicle has not been changed. Leather upholstery and a host of BMW options have been retained. Three rows of seats for seven people were not sacrificed for armor, but luggage space was limited due to additional doors.

Source: Inkas

BMW 745Le xDrive Hybrid

The German company Dahler Design is known for improving the performance of BMW models. Their new project is the BMW 745Le xDrive Hybrid. It is a Sedan from the BMW 7 Series.

The standard BMW M5 CS has a 3.0-liter inline-six engine that delivers 280 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque. After an upgrade by Dahler Design, engine power was increased to 408 hp and 443 lb-ft of torque. The 745Le xDrive also features an electric motor with 111 hp and 195 lb-ft of torque, so the total power is 521 hp and 637 lb-ft of torque.

This 745Le xDrive, in addition to a slightly different look, has more power than the new M3 CS model. The M3 CS model has a 3.0-liter twin-turbo straight-six engine that delivers 503 hp and 479 lb-ft of torque.

In addition to improved engine performance, the M5 CS features a new stainless steel exhaust system, sports suspension and new 22-inch wheels from the CDC1 Forged series with a ten-spoke design. 21-inch wheels are also available.

Source: Dahler Design

BMW M2 CS

The BMW M2 CS is a new Manhart project. Although the car has outstanding performance, Manhart has found a way to further enhance the capabilities of this car. The car is called MH2 GTR.

The external appearance suggests a connection with sports cars. The car has a carbon-fiber wing at the back and wider carbon-fiber wheel arches. The exterior is complemented by traditional BMW colors with carbon details.

Inside are new Recaro seats, while carbon fiber is applied to the steering wheel and gear selector.

The car features a new stainless steel exhaust system with four carbon-sheathed 100mm tailpipes. In cooperation with H&R, the suspension was also modified. The car has a forged wheel kit in matte black with Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires.

When it comes to the engine, there’s a 3.0-liter inline-six engine with a twin turbocharger that produces 600 hp and 612 lb-ft of torque. That’s more power compared to the standard model which has 450 hp and 406 lb-ft of torque. Additional power is achieved thanks to the new turbocharger, intercooler, and carbon intake system. The engine is paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, sharpened by its own software recalibration.

When it comes to speed, the car is expected to accelerate from 0-62 mph (when equipped with the DCT) in 4 seconds with a top speed of 174 mph.

Source: Manhart Performance