BMW has blurred the line between automotive engineering and science fiction with the Cloak—a luxury sedan featuring real-time active camouflage that can make the car semi-transparent on demand.
✔ Celebrity mode: Vanish from paparazzi drones
✔ Security mode: Confuse pursuers with shifting visuals
✔ Just-for-fun mode: Project custom patterns (zebra stripes? why not)
Launching in 2028, this is the most exclusive (and controversial) BMW ever made.
🔬 Technical Specifications: How the Cloak Works
Active Camouflage System
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Nanoparticle electrochromic panels (10,000 DPI resolution)
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360° camera array (projects surroundings onto car surfaces)
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Transparency levels:
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20% (ghost effect)
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50% (semi-visible)
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80% (near-invisible at night)
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Power draw: 5 kW in full stealth (reduces range by 15%)
Powertrain & Performance
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i7 M60-derived EV platform
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Dual motors: 650 HP / 750 lb-ft torque
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0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 3.8 seconds
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Top speed: 250 km/h (155 mph) (limited when cloaked)
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Range: 450 km (280 mi) / 380 km cloaked
Battery & Charging
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120 kWh solid-state battery
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800V architecture: 10-80% in 18 mins (350 kW)
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Solar roof: Adds ~5 km/day
💰 Pricing & Exclusivity
| Model | Price | Production | Who Buys It? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cloak Standard | $450,000 | 500/year | Celebrities |
| Cloak Platinum | $750,000 | 50/year | Billionaires |
| Government Edition | POA | Classified | Military/Spy Agencies |
Controversial Ownership Requirements
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Mandatory biometric ID (prevents criminal use)
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Geofenced stealth zones (disabled near banks/police stations)
🎭 Exterior Design: The Ultimate Illusion
Dimensions
| Measurement | Value | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5.4 m (17.7 ft) | |
| Width | 2.1 m (6.9 ft) | |
| Height | 1.5 m (4.9 ft) | |
| Weight | 2,300 kg (5,070 lbs) | (Heavy from tech) |
Stealth Features
✔ IR/radar absorption layers (partial signature control)
✔ Self-healing outer skin (repairs minor scratches)
✔ “Flashbang mode” (temporarily blinds cameras)
🛋️ Interior: Spy-Grade Luxury
Privacy Tech
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Faraday cage mode (blocks all signals)
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White noise generators (stops lip-reading AIs)
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EMF-scrambling seats (hides biometric data)
Entertainment
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Augmented reality windows (can display fake views)
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“Chameleon Party Mode” (syncs with music)
⚡ Energy Impact
Cloaking vs Range
| Mode | Energy Use | Effective Range |
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| Normal | 25 kWh/100km | 450 km |
| 50% Cloak | 29 kWh/100km | 400 km |
| 80% Cloak | 34 kWh/100km | 380 km |
Charging Options
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BMW LaserCharge (5 mins for 100 km) – $50k home unit
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Conventional DC Fast (18 mins 10-80%)
🌍 Legal & Ethical Concerns
Restrictions
🚫 Banned in 15 countries pre-launch
🚫 Mandatory tracking when stealth active
🚫 $1M fine for bank robbery attempts
Intended Uses
✅ Celebrity transport
✅ Corporate security
✅ Military recon
🔮 Future Applications
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2030: Road-legal invisibility for cyclists
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2032: Active camouflage SUVs
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2035: “Perfect stealth” banned globally
