Armormax Launches Its First-Ever B4 Armoured G45 BMW X3 in South Africa

A bold new chapter for BMW’s best-seller- built for life in South Africa, by South Africans.

South Africans are adventurers by nature. But in a country where freedom often comes with risk, adventure needs protection. That’s why Armormax is proud to announce the completion of its first-ever B4 lightweight armoured BMW X3 (G45 Generation)- a vehicle that combines everyday elegance with world-class ballistic protection, built for those who choose to live life without limits.

The launch marks the latest addition to Armormax’s growing fleet of discreetly armoured luxury vehicles and is the first G45-shape X3 to be armoured in South Africa- a milestone for both BMW enthusiasts and safety-conscious families alike.

South Africa’s Favourite BMW, Reinforced

The BMW X3 has long been one of BMW South Africa’s top-selling models, praised for its balance of performance, versatility, and premium comfort. With the arrival of the new G45 platform, BMW has leaned further into a bold, confident design language- making it the ideal foundation for an Armormax armouring package that is both subtle and substantial.

This lightweight B4 build retains the X3’s core identity- dynamic, responsive, unmistakably BMW- while adding full protection against handgun threats up to .44 Magnum, without affecting the vehicle’s performance or handling.

Behind the Build: Function Meets Freedom

At just under 180 kg of additional weight, the Armormax B4 package features:

Patented synthetic armour integrated into all doors and panels, including the roof and sunroof.
Premium ballistic glass that maintains visibility, clarity, and security that replaces all OEM glass.
Run-flat tyre upgrades for continued mobility for models not already fitted with run-flat tyres.
A Push To Talk intercom system.
Operable front windows.
Discreet finish — no external clues that the vehicle is armoured.

The result? A vehicle that looks and drives like a BMW- because it still is one- but offers peace of mind in every kilometre. The added weight comes in just shy of 180kg, making any changes to driving dynamics indiscernible.

Living Unrestricted in South Africa

“This X3 isn’t just another project,” says Michael Broom, Sales and Marketing Manager at Armormax. “It’s a statement. South Africans deserve to drive what they love- safely, confidently, without compromise. We believe in enabling a lifestyle where protection doesn’t mean limitation. We have already completed four of these vehicles for clients with more orders in the pipeline. We expect it will become a very popular option.”

From the school run to Sandton traffic, long-distance travel to game farm weekends, this new BMW X3 B4 reflects Armormax’s mission to make safety seamless- so clients can get on with living.

Built in South Africa. Backed by Global Standards.

As with all Armormax conversions, the BMW X3 G45 armouring is done locally at our Johannesburg facility to international standards, with full after-sales support. This means faster turnaround, lower maintenance costs, and peace of mind- supported by the armouring partner for most luxury vehicle brands in the country. All armouring components and workmanship are further supported by a 3 Year Armormax Warranty.

Now Available for Order

The BMW X3 G45 B4 Package is available on a made-to-order basis, tailored to each client’s needs. Delivery timeframes vary depending on base model availability and specification preferences. The cost of the total package is R878 000 including VAT.