At this year’s CES, Sony unveiled its second prototype electric car, a crossover version of the previous prototype. The previous prototype was presented in 2020.
At this year’s CES, Sony unveiled its second electric car prototype, the electric crossover version of the sedan previously unveiled. Unlike in 2020, the production prospects are now much better – Sony says it wants to test the move soon.
The VISION-S 02 is a crosshair derivative of the VISION-S 01 electric sedan that was presented at CES 2020. Using the same eMobility and cloud platforms, both models focus primarily on an ‘entertainment’ interior with 5G connectivity and infotainment – e-drive is just an accessory.
In the statement on the electric crossover Sony did not go into the technical details of the drive other than the fact that it is electric. Benteler, Bosch, Continental, Magna Steyr and ZF were involved in the development. The electric car has two electric motors, which together provide 400 kW of power. Thus, the European supplier platform and electrical components form the basis on which Sony can build its expertise in sensors and security technologies for autonomous driving and the infotainment system.
The VISION-S 02 has high-resolution CMOS image sensors (cameras) to monitor the car’s surroundings and a Lidar system to capture three-dimensional space more accurately. Other features include enhanced gesture control, a low-latency 5G system and in-seat speakers designed to create a three-dimensional sound experience.
Sony VISION-S 02
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The front of the VISION-S 02 follows the same design language as the VISION-S 01. The side view features new, aerodynamically coated discs and a curved roofline that helps with aerodynamics. The Sony crossover is a seven-seater. The Japanese say they have chosen this body shape to “facilitate the adaptation to different lifestyles in a society with increasingly diverse values.”
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Both Sony EVs could really hit the market. The Japanese electronics giant is now announcing plans to set up a subsidiary, Sony Mobility, in the spring of 2022 to explore its entry into the electric car market. The company did not indicate how long a decision would be made.
Charged opinion
With two EVs, this would already be a serious competitor, even if Magna didn’t make them themselves. For example, Jaguar still has only 1 EV made by Magna, although 2025, when the brand is due to be 100% electricity, is fast approaching.
Given that someday will also appear Apple elektroauto (iCar?), Huawei has already announced its first EV, Sony will not be the only phone manufacturer to focus on EV. What is your opinion on the desire of such companies to make cars?
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Found near electrical appliances. The love for new things has grown with a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering. Driving an electric car since the harsh winter of 2017 (-30 ° C) and has never stifled since.
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