You can buy this armored DS 7

DS Automobiles presents the DS 7 VAUBAN, a plug-in hybrid model with imperceptible external armor treatment.

The DS 7 ÉLYSÉE was highlighted during the recent visit of King Charles III of England to France. The enthusiasm generated by this exclusive model has paved the way for the development of a small series of armored DS 7 vehicles.

As a result of a new collaboration between the WELP Group and DS Automobiles, the DS 7 VAUBAN is produced by WELP France in Hérimoncourt, following the acquisition of part of a former Stellantis site. It is named after the fortifications built at the end of the 17th century. The Vauban fortifications – twelve in total located in ten different departments – are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. In total, Marquis Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban oversaw over a hundred fortifications — citadels, detached forts, or walls – across France and Europe. In Asia and Africa, several citadels and fortresses adopt the system established by Vauban.

Luxury and security

Aramids, a class of lightweight materials particularly resistant to impacts and heat, and security glass enhance the vehicle to achieve a VPAM 4 protection level. The interior transformation is overseen by upholsterers to ensure an exemplary level of refinement.

In addition to the additional equipment available in the DS catalog, option packages are offered upon request, both for protection (automatic fire extinguishers, closed-circuit ventilation, sirens or intercoms…) and for passenger comfort (additional USB ports, reading lights…) or vehicle personalization (body colors, interior trims, embroidery, flag holders).

The first DS 7 VAUBAN has been produced. Homologation is scheduled for June, and marketing will be launched immediately thereafter.

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