US Armor Group has unveiled its latest creation: an armored version of the Lucid Air Sapphire. This premium electric vehicle combines cutting-edge ballistic protection with exceptional performance, redefining the standards of the armored car segment.
A revolutionary concept in the world of automotive armoring
Traditionally, armored vehicles and high-performance cars were considered two separate worlds. The added weight of armor usually limited performance, even if these vehicles were equipped with powerful engines to ensure a quick escape when needed.
The advent of electric vehicles is a game changer. The Lucid Air Sapphire armored by US Armor Group is a shining example, merging high-level protection with performance worthy of the most prestigious supercars.
Electrifying performance despite the armor
The original Lucid Air Sapphire is already a powerhouse. Equipped with three electric motors, it produces a combined 1,250 horsepower. This setup allows it to go from 0 to 60 mph in under 2 seconds and a top speed of 205 mph, while offering an impressive EPA-approved range of 427 miles.
The work of US Armor Group has allowed the essential part of this breathtaking performance to be preserved. Despite the addition of 175 kg of armour, equivalent to two adult passengers, the armoured version can still reach a maximum speed of 322 km/h. This figure makes it indisputably the fastest armoured vehicle in the world.
Cutting-edge protection without compromise
The armor developed by US Armor Group for the Lucid Air Sapphire is state-of-the-art. The windows are equipped with ballistic protection capable of withstanding the impact of a Magnum. The lightweight composite armor used for the body is described as being “ten times stronger than ballistic steel, but five times lighter.”
This technical feat provides maximum protection while limiting the impact on the vehicle's performance. It is this unique combination of safety and performance that makes this armoured Lucid Air Sapphire a vehicle without equivalent on the market.
A technological fortress on wheels
Beyond physical protection, US Armor Group has equipped this vehicle with cutting-edge digital security. A “tamper-proof Internet and WiFi security package” has been integrated, promising to protect data from any attempted cyberattack.
The vehicle is also equipped with cutting-edge technology that constantly scans the environment for potential threats. This system collects information from more than a million sources, including police and fire scanners, providing constant vigilance.
A price that matches its ambitions
Naturally, such a level of technology and protection comes at a cost. While the standard Lucid Air Sapphire is already on sale in the United States starting at $250,000 (around €225,000), the armored version by US Armor Group reaches $475,000 (around €427,000).
This price can be further increased with additional options. Customers can opt for even more resistant armour, capable of protecting against hand grenades, explosive devices and high-powered rifles. Other protection and deterrence systems are also offered, such as electrified door handles, pepper spray dispensers and concealed weapon compartments.
A new era for protection vehicles
The US Armor Group-armored Lucid Air Sapphire heralds a new generation of protective vehicles. Combining the benefits of electric propulsion, supercar performance and cutting-edge ballistic protection, it redefines the standards for the segment.
This vehicle demonstrates that the electrification of the vehicle fleet opens up new possibilities, even in areas as specific as armoured cars. It perfectly illustrates how technological advances can be used to improve security without compromising performance.
The armored Lucid Air Sapphire represents a turning point in the protective vehicle industry. It combines maximum security with exceptional performance in an unprecedented way, paving the way for a new generation of armored vehicles. Although its price tag reserves it for a very exclusive clientele, it demonstrates the potential of electric technologies in the field of high-end automotive security. This creation of US Armor Group could well influence the future evolution of protective vehicles, by showing that it is possible to reconcile armoring, performance and respect for the environment.