5 things you need to know about the Aurus Senat Limousine owned by YDPA
Did you know that the Yang di-Pertuan Agong (YDPA) Sultan Ibrahim is now the latest owner of the Aurus Senat Limousine, which was gifted by the Russian Federation?
This ownership is unique, as the Aurus Senat is rarely found outside of Russia and is not widely exported to international markets.
The Aurus Senat is also used as the official vehicle for the top leadership in Russia, particularly for its President, Vladimir Putin, during national ceremonies.
Here are some interesting facts about this luxurious Russian sedan.
Different Length Dimensions
The Aurus Senat Limousine is the longest sedan available, measuring 6,620 mm in length.
In addition to the Limousine version, there are two other variants offered.
The standard version measures 5,632 mm with a wheelbase of 3,300 mm.
The Long version measures around 6,130 mm, with a wheelbase of 3,800 mm.
V8 Power
All three versions of the Aurus Senat are powered by a hybrid V8 engine with a displacement of 4,400 cc.
With the assistance of a 62 hp electric motor, the total power output can reach 598 hp at 5,500 rpm and 880 Nm at 2,200-4,750 rpm.
This power is delivered to all wheels via a 9-speed automatic transmission.
Performance
With the aforementioned hybrid system, the Senat can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 6 seconds and achieve a maximum speed of 250 km/h.
The Long version can accelerate in 8.1 seconds, though its maximum speed is about 190 km/h.
The Limousine version can accelerate in 9 seconds. Why is that? Refer to the next point.
Enhanced Protection for Limousine
Unlike the two sedan variants mentioned above, the Limousine variant is specifically designed for VIP use.
Due to its specialized purpose, the Senat Limousine is equipped with ballistic protection rated VR8/VR10.
In addition to this, the long sedan features:
- Bulletproof 20-inch tires
- Fire- and explosion-resistant fuel tank
- Fire suppression system
- Air filtration system
- External communication system
- Emergency exit routes
With these features, it’s no surprise that the Senat Limousine weighs 6,200 kg.
For comparison, the standard Senat weighs 3,490 kg, while the Long version weighs 3,910 kg.
Price
According to the official website, the Aurus Senat is priced starting from 48,500,000 rubles (approximately RM 2.6 million).
For your information, the displayed price refers only to the standard Senat.
