Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the S680 Guard armoured car.

Due to make a full premiere at the upcoming IAA Munich Auto Show, the Mercedes-Benz S680 Guard is the first Guard saloon from the firm to utilise all-wheel drive.

The car is also the first to sport Guard-specific bodyshell, as opposed to previous Guard saloons, which merely had their standard bodyshells added onto with the necessary protective materials.

The new construction method means that the Mercedes-Benz S680 Guard will offer handling, Mercedes states, that is virtually on a par with that of the regular S-Class, following adaptation of the suspension, engine and transmission. And it also means that you can get your car in an aluminium outer skin to maintain an inconspicuous appearance.

Mercedes also states that this new design has allowed the new S-Class Guard to meet the requirements of the highest civilian protection class in Germany. Which means that the body and windows of the Mercedes-Benz S680 Guard is not only able to withstand fire from an assault rifle, but also from one that is using armour-piercing ammunition.

The new S680 Guard also comes with plenty of luxury features. Newly developed door actuators for example, ensure that little effort is needed when opening or closing its heavy doors. Handy, should your bodyguard need to wield a firearm in his other free hand.

There are almost no restrictions on trim parts and colour combinations for the interior of the Guard saloon. However, optional extras that compromise the protection offered, such as the sliding sunroof, are not available. Other special Guard options, such as a siren, flashing lights and radios, as well as a panic alarm system, are available for official authorities.

An automatically triggering fire extinguisher system, as well as emergency fresh air for the cabin, round of the safety features the Mercedes-Benz S680 Guard is equipped with.