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The BMW Vision Driving Experience took centre stage in Shanghai, showcasing a high-powered prototype based on the futuristic Neue Klasse. Equipped with the “Heart of Joy” central computer, this striking machine demonstrated remarkable handling and huge performance capabilities, astonishing spectators with its standout acceleration and highly precise control.
Visible inside the cockpit—unlike in upcoming production cars—the cutting-edge computer underscored BMW’s commitment to advancing hardware and software in pursuit of stronger driving feedback. Developed to operate at the limits of traction, the BMW Vision Driving Experience harnessed up to 18,000?Nm of torque while generating impressive levels of downforce, echoing motorsport-like lateral forces.
Test drivers Jens Klingmann and Elias Houndtonji showcased the vehicle’s dynamic range, pushing it to extremes and revealing how BMW’s next-generation electric platform can tame immense power. A special fluorescent finish drew further attention, shifting from bright neon tones under artificial light to bold shimmering hues at night, capturing every gaze on the show floor.
Although this demonstrator is not slated for production, its design cues—such as aerodynamic contours, short overhangs, and a fresh interpretation of the kidney grille—preview features slated for the all-electric Neue Klasse models.
Anticipated to begin rolling out from Hungary later this year, these upcoming vehicles will feature the Heart of Joy computer as standard. They aim to combine heightened control, improved recuperation, and stronger overall efficiency. Through the Vision Driving Experience, BMW offers a glimpse into an agile, forward-focused era of automotive design and technology.
