Kuruma (Armored)
The bullet-resistant Kuruma, a classic heist and survival car.
Last on sale: −60% · was $698,250 → $279,300 on August 6, 2026
after completing The Fleeca Job heist
Complete The Fleeca Job
Karin Kuruma (Armored) at a glance
Kuruma (Armored) top speed
109.75 mph. Independent testing puts the Kuruma (Armored) at 109.75 mph.
Kuruma (Armored) lap time
#98 in Sports. Its tested 1:07.701 lap ranks #98 in Sports.
Kuruma (Armored) in real life
Underneath the plating it is the same car as the standard Kuruma, a Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X crossed with a 2015 Subaru WRX STI. The armor is pure Rockstar invention: no production Evo or WRX ever came bulletproof, and both were built to be light rather than heavy.
How to get the Kuruma (Armored) in GTA Online
The Kuruma (Armored) was added to GTA Online on March 10, 2015, in the Heists update.
It can be purchased in GTA Online from Southern San Andreas Super Autos for $698,250.
It is stored in any of your owned properties or garages as a Personal Vehicle.
It can be customized at Los Santos Customs, the LS Car Meet Mod Shop, or a Vehicle Workshop in one of your properties, such as the Auto Shop.
Once acquired, you can request delivery of the Kuruma (Armored) from your Mechanic.
It has a discounted trade price of $525,000, unlocked by completing The Fleeca Job heist.
Full guide
The tutorial heist: the strict 2-player requirement, current payouts up to GTA$ 251,563, and how it unlocks this car at its GTA$ 525,000 trade price.
Performance
- Top speed
- 109.75 mph
- #105 in Sports · #461 overall
- Lap time
- 1:07.701
- #98 in Sports · #377 overall
Tested by Broughy1322
Specifications
- Class
- Sports
- Manufacturer
- Karin
- Powertrain
- Combustion
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Gears
- 6
- Seats
- 4
- Mass
- 3200 kg
Versions
Armor and explosive resistance
One hit from any tracked explosive is all it takes to destroy the Kuruma (Armored).
- RPGs
- 1 hit
- Bullet-resistant only, not explosive-resistant (approximate community estimate).
Upgrades
58 options across 15 categories. Taking the priciest option in every category costs $259,200.
Brakes
4
| Stock Brakes | $1,000 |
|---|---|
| Street Brakes | $20,000 |
| Sport Brakes | $27,000 |
| Race Brakes | $35,000 |
Bumpers
4
| Stock Front Bumper | $2,200 |
|---|---|
| Body Color Front Splitter | $4,600 |
| Secondary Color Front Splitter | $7,400 |
| Carbon Front Splitter | $11,700 |
Engine
4
| EMS Upgrade, Level 1 | $9,000 |
|---|---|
| EMS Upgrade, Level 2 | $12,500 |
| EMS Upgrade, Level 3 | $18,000 |
| EMS Upgrade, Level 4 | $33,500 |
Exhausts
4
| Stock Exhaust | $260 |
|---|---|
| Oval Exhaust | $750 |
| Race Exhaust | $1,800 |
| Chrome Tip Exhaust | $3,000 |
Explosives
2
| Ignition Bomb | $5,000 |
|---|---|
| Remote Bomb | $7,500 |
Lights > Headlights
2
| Stock Lights | $600 |
|---|---|
| Xenon Lights | $7,500 |
Plates
5
| Blue on White 1 | $200 |
|---|---|
| Blue on White 2 | $200 |
| Blue on White 3 | $200 |
| Yellow on Blue | $300 |
| Yellow on Black | $600 |
Skirts
7
| Stock Skirts | $2,500 |
|---|---|
| Body Color Street Skirt | $5,500 |
| Secondary Color Street Skirt | $8,000 |
| Carbon Street Skirt | $10,500 |
| Body Color Slick Skirt | $14,000 |
| Secondary Color Slick Skirt | $14,500 |
| Carbon Slick Skirt | $15,000 |
Spoilers
6
| Stock Spoiler | $6,000 |
|---|---|
| Secondary Color Stock Spoiler | $7,050 |
| Carbon Wing | $10,000 |
| Color Coded Wing | $13,000 |
| Carbon Wing Type II | $14,000 |
| GT Wing | $16,000 |
Suspension
5
| Stock Suspension | $200 |
|---|---|
| Lowered Suspension | $1,000 |
| Street Suspension | $2,000 |
| Sport Suspension | $3,400 |
| Competition Suspension | $4,400 |
Transmission
4
| Stock Transmission | $1,000 |
|---|---|
| Street Transmission | $29,500 |
| Sports Transmission | $32,500 |
| Race Transmission | $40,000 |
Turbo
2
| None | $5,000 |
|---|---|
| Turbo Tuning | $50,000 |
Wheels > Tire Design
2
| Stock Tires | $200 |
|---|---|
| Custom Tires | $5,000 |
Wheels > Tire Enhancements
3
| Standard Tires | $200 |
|---|---|
| Bulletproof Tires | $25,000 |
| Low Grip Tires | $500 |
Windows
4
| None | $500 |
|---|---|
| Light Smoke | $1,500 |
| Dark Smoke | $3,500 |
| Limo | $5,000 |
History
The Kuruma (Armored) was last discounted 2 weeks ago, the week of August 6, 2026, at 60% off. It has been discounted 8 times.
Discount history 8 weeks
Weekly sales
| August 6, 2026 | −60% · was $698,250 → $279,300 |
|---|---|
| July 30, 2026 | −60% · was $698,250 → $279,300 |
| April 10, 2025 | −30% · was $698,250 → $488,775 |
| September 12, 2024 | −40% · was $698,250 → $418,950 |
| April 27, 2023 | −35% · was $698,250 → $453,863 |
| June 3, 2021 | −40% · was $698,250 → $418,950 |
| April 15, 2021 | −50% · was $698,250 → $349,125 |
| September 3, 2020 | −40% · was $698,250 → $418,950 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Kuruma (Armored) cost in GTA Online?
The Kuruma (Armored) costs $698,250 in GTA Online, available from Southern San Andreas Super Autos.
How do I unlock the Trade Price for the Kuruma (Armored)?
You unlock the Trade Price of $525,000 for the Kuruma (Armored) by completing The Fleeca Job heist.
Where can I buy the Kuruma (Armored) in GTA Online?
You can buy the Kuruma (Armored) from Southern San Andreas Super Autos in GTA Online.
What is the top speed of the Kuruma (Armored)?
The Kuruma (Armored) has a tested top speed of 109.75 mph in GTA Online, as measured by Broughy1322.
Can the Kuruma (Armored) be customized?
Yes. It can be customized at Los Santos Customs, the LS Car Meet Mod Shop, or a Vehicle Workshop in one of your properties, such as the Auto Shop.