Among the unforgettable moments in Matt Reeves' The Batman is the chase sequence where Batman pursues Penguin through the streets of Gotham. The new Batmobile features for the first time in the scene, with its high speed and simplistic design leaving fans of the Caped Crusader impressed.
Over the years, there have been many other great Batmobiles in the comics, live-action movies, and DC animated shows. The vehicles are hardly similar, with each having its own design and features. But which one among them has been the coolest? Each Batman fan has their favorite ride but through Ranker, a consensus can be found.
Late '60s Batmobile
First appearing in Detective Comics (Vol 1) #377, the new Batmobile is used by Batman and Robin as they are hunting down Riddler. After a couple of cat and mouse games, they manage to apprehend him.
The late '60s Batmobile's standout feature is its double cockpit, one for the driver and the other for the co-driver. It's ostensibly designed for both Batman and Robin and thanks to this feature, one of them can remain safe and still be able to control the vehicle in case the other gets injured during an attack. The wing-like design at the back is also appropriate as it enables flawless acceleration.
Night Of The Owls Batmobile
In the first New 52 crossover, Batman: Night of the Owls, the Dark Knight roams around Gotham in a new customized Batmobile as he attempts to stop the Court of Owls from gaining control of the city. of the Bat-family as also forced to spring into action when Alfred gets kidnapped.
The first part of the storyline is basically a race against time as Bat-family rush to different locations to save Alfred. Since speed is of the essence, the new Batmobile proves very useful. It's said to hit speeds of up to 300 mph, making it almost as fast as the Batwing. Among its fancy features is the automatic weapons system that can be drawn from either side and twin power headlights that can illuminate a whole stadium.
The New Batman Adventures Batmobile
Batman ditches the longer automobile for a shorter one in The New Batman Adventures. Over the course of the series, several other heroes are seen riding in it, including Batgirl and Nightwing.
Though the sliding visor cockpit is maintained, the newer Batmobile has the same length as that of normal supercars. It's wide too, covering a quarter of the next lane on a highway. Its design is curvier too, making it more aesthetically pleasing compared to earlier models. It's waterproof too, as revealed in the episode "Over The Edge."
The Reeveseverse Batmobile
The newest Batmobile is introduced in Matt Reeves, The Batman. Pattinson's Batman drives it during an incredible chase sequence where he goes after Penguin.
Since Bruce Wayne is only in his second year as Batman in the movie, he uses a black modified Dodge Charger as his vehicle. It lacks the usual tech features in the cockpit but there are numerous appealing things about it, including the sound. The vehicle roars as it speeds through the streets of Gotham, making fans appreciate the chase scene even more.
The Snyderverse Batmobile
The Batmobile driven by Affleck's Batman is a very secure tank, with complex exterior and interior designs. It features both in Justice League.
A case could be made for the Snyderverse Batmobile as the most indestructible one since it's immune even to laser beams from aliens. It can move through any kind of terrain too without suffering any form of damage. And even when several alien figures attack it all at once, they are unable to tear it apart.
The Arkham Videogame Universe Batmobile
Appearing in the critically acclaimed Arkham video games, the Batmobile is not only pretty but also a major part of the gameplay. A good number of the moves require the to use the gigantic ride.
The videogame Batmobile has many incredible features, including an EMP blast and a releasable virus to corrupt enemy drones. It has a lot of powerful weapons too, making it easier to destroy the multiple boss tanks that feature during the game. As for the appearance, its giant rubber wheels are a sight to behold.
The '60s Convertible
Initially manufactured as a Ford concept car, known as the Lincoln Futura, the vehicle went on to be used in the series. Like the Detective Comics Batmobile, the TV show ride also has a double cockpit.
Adam West's Batman never has a shortage of weapons since the extra-large trunk carries everything he would need. Stubborn baddies are dealt with using the car's Bat-deflector, meant to divert a tracking signal to a remote location, and it also has a Bat-zooka that fires missiles. Even more impressive is the Bat-buzzer, which lets Batman know when the Bat-phone in the Bat-cave is ringing.
The BATS Batmobile
Built by Bruce Wayne's stunt driver friend, Earl Cooper, the Batmobile used in Batman: The Animated Series is the longest one ever. Batman uses it until it gets destroyed by Bane.
Thanks to its size, the Batmobile can be spotted from far, causing petty criminals to cower and run. Its jet engine makes it a plane on wheels. Consequently, Batman never fails to capture any villain that he is pursuing. Its most impressive feature is its concealing mode, which makes it transform into a large container.
The Tumbler
Initially stored at the Wayne Enterprises Applied Sciences Division as a military prototype vehicle, Bruce Wayne acquires the Tumbler from Lucius Fox before adding minor modifications. He then uses it throughout the trilogy.
Technologically, the Tumbler is the most advanced Batmobile. The machine guns mounted on the nose make it more like a Bond vehicle. Damage isn't a major concern either as both front wheels can easily eject, with the vehicle turning into a narrower Batpod. And thanks to its stealth mode, The Tumbler is impossible to locate in dark places.
The Buttonverse Batmobile
Keaton's Batman uses the Batmobile while hunting down the Joker and the Penguin. The Penguin briefly manages to hack it and control it through Batman quickly regains control.
Like the vehicle in Batman; The Animated Series, the Buttonverse Batmobile also has a long hood, which keeps Batman safe in the event of a crash. The spherical part of the mid-bonnet area also distinguishes it from every other Batmobile that has ever existed. It also holds the honor of being the car in which Batman breaks his "No-Kill" rule. Using the afterburner, he torches a goon in Gotham.
