JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA – Just weeks after launching South Africa’s first dedicated bank finance program for armoured vehicles, Armoured Mobility is reporting a surge in enquiries and confirmed sales. The innovative financing solution is reshaping the market by removing one of the biggest barriers to ownership—upfront full payment—making advanced personal protection accessible to a broader range of clients.
Historically, purchasing an armoured vehicle in South Africa meant paying in cash—an approach that placed these life-saving solutions firmly out of reach for most buyers. Now, thanks to Armoured Mobility’s strategic partnerships with major financial institutions, clients can finance their safety just as they would any premium vehicle purchase.
“We’ve seen a clear rise in interest and actual purchases since we introduced the finance option,” says Nabeel Khan, General Manager at Armoured Mobility. “Clients who previously admired our vehicles from a distance are now in the driver’s seat. This solution is removing one of the biggest barriers in the armoured vehicle market, making it possible for more South Africans to prioritise their safety.”
The launch comes at a time when South Africa’s crime statistics highlight the growing need for enhanced personal security. According to the Institute for Security Studies, kidnapping increased by nearly 7% year-on-year in 2024–2025 to 4,571 reported cases. Aggravated robbery—including carjacking—was reported at 31,749 cases, averaging 353 incidents daily.
While Armoured Mobility has traditionally catered to high-profile individuals and corporate clients, the new finance program is seeing uptake from business owners, executives, and families alike—those who understand that personal safety is no longer a luxury, but a necessity.
Financing Safety: Example Options
To illustrate the program’s accessibility, Armoured Mobility has provided example packages that put advanced ballistic protection within reach:
- Toyota Hilux 2.8 GD-6 4X4 GR-Sport with B6 Armour
- Price: R2,399,900
- Deposit: R600,000
- Term: 72 months at 10.50% (Prime)
- Monthly Instalment: From R33,800 (0% balloon)
- Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max FWD with B4 Armour(South Africa’s most affordable B4 bulletproof vehicle)
- Price: R1,299,900
- Deposit: R300,000
- Term: 72 months at 10.50% (Prime)
- Monthly Instalment: From R18,799 (0% balloon)
Part of the DigiCars Group, Armoured Mobility is leveraging the group’s robust Finance and Insurance (F&I) division and longstanding relationships with leading banks to create flexible, market-first ownership solutions.
“Our commitment doesn’t stop here,” Khan adds. “We will continue to develop innovative finance and ownership solutions to make armoured vehicles even more accessible. Personal and family mobility safety is fast becoming an achievable reality for many.”
For more information or to explore financing options, visit www.armouredmobility.co.za or contact the team directly.
