Super luxury cars of APEC economic leaders

President Donald Trump uses a Cadillac One worth about $1.5 million, but that's only about one-tenth of the $14 million price tag on the king of Brunei's gold-plated Rolls-Royce.

The US president's "The Beast" is still the leader in terms of equipment and technology. The Brunei king's Rolls-Royce costs up to 14 million USD, the most expensive car ever used by a head of state. Below is a list of the most expensive cars that APEC economic leaders often use during their trips.

Japanese Prime Minister - Lexus LS 600h L Guard ($300,000)

The official state car of Japan is the Toyota Century Royal, which is often used by the Emperor of Japan. However, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe does not like the outdated design of the Century line, so he uses the most luxurious model, the new Lexus LS 600h L.

The Lexus LS 600h L convoy carrying Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.

For official trips or domestic travel, the Japanese Prime Minister often uses four Lexus LS 600h L cars, including bulletproof cars to distract terrorists.

In some cases, the head of the Japanese government even drives the Lexus LS 600h L without an escort. The Lexus LS600h L is a very modern, luxurious and safe car. The car uses a 4.6-liter V8 gasoline engine, with a capacity of 386 horsepower and 498 Nm of torque.

China President - Hongqi L5 ($800,000)

Chinese President Xi Jinping often uses the "made in China" Hongqi L5 limousine during military parades or official trips.

The Hongqi L5 is a classic luxury car, inspired by the design of the discontinued Hongqi CA770. Introduced in 2013 at the Shanghai Auto Show, the L5 is known as the most expensive Chinese car.

The price customers have to pay to own this car is up to 5 million yuan (800,000 USD). This is the official car used by the Chinese government. This sedan is only provided in the domestic market for Chinese tycoons and politicians.

The Hongqi L5 is not only a luxury car but also used by Chinese billionaires and superstars as a way to express national pride.

Chinese President Xi Jinping on a Hongqi L5. Photo: Todayonline.

The Hongqi L5 is a massive car, measuring 5.55 m long (similar to the Rolls-Royce Phantom), more than 2 m wide and 1.5 m high, with a wheelbase of 3.4 m. The total weight is up to 3,150 kg on the civilian version, the armored version is much heavier.

The car uses a V12 engine, 6.0 liter capacity, 408 horsepower and 550 Nm torque, combined with a 6-speed automatic transmission.

In addition, at some times, the Chinese president also uses other luxury cars such as the Mercedes S600 Pullman Guard like the Russian president or the BMW 7 Series during local visits.

The Beast – The President of the United States ($1.5 million)

President Donald Trump is using the Cadillac One nicknamed “The Beast” that served his predecessor Obama. The average price of each Cadillac One is up to 1.5 million USD.

The Secret Service has about 12 Cadillac Ones to ensure the president always has a car waiting for him when he lands at the airport. During international trips, Cadillac One is delivered in advance by a C-17 transport plane.

Cadillac One is a symbol of American power.

US President Donald Trump's Cadillac One is considered a fortress on wheels, armored against bullets, bombs, and even chemical weapons. The 12cm thick glass, consisting of 5 layers, can block armor-piercing bullets such as AK 47 guns. The car door is as heavy as the main door of a Boeing 757 jet, equipped with a special lock that can only be opened by trained secret agents.

Russian President - Mercedes S600 Pullman Guard ($1.57 million)

Russian President Vladimir Putin uses the bulletproof S600 Pullman Guard for his visits and daily commute. Putin's car is the 5th generation S-Class (W221), a facelift version (slightly modified) produced in the period 2008-2013.

This is a limousine with an extended body, armored with B7 level bulletproof armor (the highest on a civilian vehicle). There are 6 seats in the car, including two for the driver and the front bodyguard. 4 people sit in the back compartment including the President, his wife, family or assistants and bodyguards.

President Putin's Mercedes S600 Pullman Guard. Photo: Sputnik.

The car is heavily armored, heavier than the S600 Pullman version, so the weight is also increased. The manufacturer revised the suspension system, added additional steel springs with air suspension on the S-Class, the front double disc brakes are also larger.

The cars currently used by Mr Putin were delivered in 2008 and are used by the Russian president for daily travel to the Kremlin and on official trips. The cars cost $1.57 million, before taxes.

Sultan of Brunei - Gold-plated Rolls Royce ($14 million)

The Sultan of Brunei, Hassanal Bolkiah, is known as a car enthusiast. He owns the world's largest car collection with over 5,000 cars, with an estimated total value of about $300 million.

This wealthy monarch is particularly fond of the Rolls-Royce brand. Bolkiah's collection includes 604 Rolls-Royces, 574 Mercedes-Benzes, 452 Ferraris, 382 Bentleys, 209 BMWs, 179 Jaguars, 134 Koenigseggs, 21 Lamborghinis, 11 Aston Martins and a host of other expensive, one-of-a-kind models.

The $14 million gold-plated Rolls Royce Silver Spur II of the Sultan of Brunei.

However, the car that the Sultan of Brunei often uses in state ceremonies is a Rolls Royce Silver Spur II stretched version, plated with 24-carat gold, estimated to be worth about 14 million USD.

In addition, when traveling abroad, the Brunei king often uses cars from the host country such as Hongqi L5 during his visit to China, BMW, Mercedes S-Class...

According to Zing