On the occasion of CES in Las Vegas, Sony unveiled an electric SUV concept called Vision-S 02. It follows the sedan that the Japanese group presented at the same show in 2020. The Japanese group also announced the creation of a new “Sony Mobility” entity in spring 2022.
The Japanese group Sony unveiled at CES in Las Vegas, the Show dedicated to new technologies, a 100% electric SUV concept called Vision-S 02. In 2020, he had already presented a sedan called Vision-S 01. With the expansion of the electric vehicle market, some technology giants want to play a role in the field of mobility.
A 7-seater SUV
The Sony Vision-S 02 is a seven-seater SUV. It is based on the same platform – supplied by Magna – as the prototype sedan. Moreover, it displays exactly the same length (4.89 m) and the same wheelbase (3.03 m). On the other hand, the adventurer is higher (+ 20 cm; 1.65 m) and wider (+ 3 cm; 1.93 m). These dimensions are comparable to those of its future competitor, the Tesla Model Y. Motorization side, no change either. The Vision-S 02 has an axle motor, which develops 200 kW each. The total advertised power is 544 hp. If Sony had communicated on the 0 to 100 km / h of the Vision-S 01 sedan (4.8 s), no information was given for the Vision-S 02. We can estimate that it will turn around 5 s because of its heavier weight (+ 130 kg; 2480 kg) and its less advantageous aerodynamics. The maximum speed should exceed 180 km / h. The Japanese group also remains silent on the capacity of the batteries.
State-of-the-art technology
Electronics giant obliges, Sony has put all its know-how in on-board technologies. The Vision-S 02 takes advantage of a slew of photo sensors (CMOS) and Lidars, allowing the car to have a 360-degree view and offer a fully autonomous driving mode. Moreover, since January 2021, the manufacturer has been testing its technology in Europe on a prototype sedan. Sony also relies heavily on infotainment with a panel occupying the entire dashboard and an ultra-immersive sound system thanks to numerous speakers, integrated in particular in the seats. Vision-S SUVs and sedans will be linked to 5G and will be able to receive remote updates.
Coming commercialization?
As of yet, Sony has not made it clear that it will market its vehicles. However, the Japanese giant will create in spring 2022 a new company called “Sony Mobility”, with the intention ” to explore an entry into the electric vehicle market “.
