Not Tough Enough? Toyota Strengthens HiLux, Corolla with Bulletproof Armour

Toyota’s New Bulletproof Models: Safety meets Performance

If you’ve ever wished your car could take a hit like a superhero, Toyota has got you covered. Famous for their reliability, Toyota is now offering bulletproof models of HiLux, Corolla, Corolla Cross, and Fortuner models – but there’s a catch, you have to be in Brazil.

Toyota Partners with Armouring Companies

Instead of sending customers to third parties for this unique upgrade, Toyota has decided to bring the process in-house. This means that the South American division of the Japanese car giant has partnered with armouring companies to ensure the maximum protection of its vehicle occupants.

The significant advantage here is that the armouring comes with added warranties. Plus, customers can finance the upgrades through Toyota’s own firm—a seamless process that offers peace of mind.

Brazil market Corolla with bulletproof armour

Two Shielding Technologies on Offer

Unfortunately, Toyota is rather tight-lipped about the cost of these upgrades. However, they do share that customers can choose between two shielding technologies. One is the ‘Traditional’ armour, constructed from woven steel and kevlar. The other, higher-strength option is the Udura protection, which utilizes a unidirectional layered pattern for superior protection.

More Frequent Servicing Required

There’s always a catch, isn’t there? Due to the added weight of the armour, some consumable items like brakes, tyres, and suspension components will require more frequent servicing. But if you’re considering bulletproofing your car, we doubt slightly increased maintenance will be a deal-breaker.

Conclusion

Toyota’s new offering certainly adds a unique twist to the concept of automotive safety. While this bulletproof armour upgrade is currently limited to Brazil, who knows? We might soon see this feature making its way to other markets. After all, who wouldn’t want an extra layer of protection in their vehicle?