CARARMO's published armoring retrofit prices start at $4,700. The final quote depends on your vehicle and the specified coverage. Buying a complete armored car is a different purchase: its price includes the vehicle itself and its particular protection package.
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CARARMO lists retrofit starting prices of $4,700 for compact cars, $6,500 for standard vehicles, $9,300 for large SUVs and $13,200 for vans. These are not prices for a complete car. Confirm the installed materials, covered areas, additional weight and final price in a vehicle-specific quote. A retrofit and a complete armored vehicle should not be assumed to offer equivalent protection.
Published starting prices for armoring an existing vehicle, not buying a complete car.
| Vehicle Type | Examples | Retrofit Starting Price |
|---|---|---|
| Compact Car | Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, Hyundai Elantra, VW Jetta | $4,700 |
| Standard Sedan / Mid-SUV | Toyota Camry, BMW 3 Series, Honda Accord, RAV4 | $6,500 |
| Large SUV / Truck | Suburban, Expedition, Land Cruiser, Ram 1500 | $9,300 |
| Van / Sprinter | Mercedes Sprinter, Ford Transit, Ram ProMaster | $13,200 |
* CARARMO's published starting prices are a guide, not a binding quote. Confirm compatibility, coverage, materials, timing and the total price for your exact vehicle. Glass, roof, floor and other areas are included only when explicitly specified.
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A complete armored-vehicle purchase includes a base vehicle and its agreed protection package. A retrofit starts with a car you already own. The coverage, materials, glass, vehicle modifications and testing can differ substantially between proposals.
Compare the actual scope rather than a percentage saving: which areas are protected, what threats and conditions are documented, how much weight is added, and which installation checks and warranty terms apply. Lower cost does not establish equivalent protection.
Your written quote should confirm the following for your exact vehicle. A vehicle's door layout and the requested coverage determine the package; do not assume every surface is protected:
Specified Panel Coverage
The particular doors and other areas included, plus the areas not covered.
Aramid Fiber (Kevlar®) Panels
Custom-molded to your exact door profile. Lightweight, high-density composites.
Ballistic Gap Protection
Overlapping coverage under handles and along door edges — no exposed gaps.
Fit and Finish
Expected changes to trim, openings, added weight and vehicle operation.
Installation Scope
Any modifications, reversibility and warranty considerations for your vehicle.
Material Test Documentation
Reports tied to the exact material and rating, separate from the vehicle coverage plan.
NIJ Level IIIA is a body-armor classification, not a certification of a whole vehicle. A rating must be interpreted against the exact product, standard, test threats and conditions. Ask the installer to confirm:
NIJ's certification program lists compliant body-armor models. See the official NIJ Compliant Products List and distinguish that model-level certification from a claim about an installed vehicle.
With prices starting at $4,700, ballistic protection is no longer exclusive to heads of state and billionaires. Real CARARMO customers include:
Families
School commutes, road trips, everyday driving in higher-risk neighborhoods or travel to Mexico, Central America, and other elevated-threat regions.
from $4,700Executives
CEOs, founders, and professionals who travel with sensitive information, hold public-facing roles, or operate in industries with elevated personal risk.
from $6,500Corporate Fleets
Transportation companies, private security firms, and government contractors protecting drivers and passengers at scale.
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Confirm the finished scope, test documentation and applicable warranty terms against the specification agreed in your quote.