Sony Vision-S

The Sony Vision-S is an all-electric concept sedan that was developed by Sony and first unveiled at the 2020 Consumer Electronics Show, designed in collaboration with various automotive companies including Magna International,[2][3][4][5] Continental AG, Elektrobit,[6] Benteler and Bosch, featuring the company's latest technologies related to the automotive sector, such as always-on connectivity, sensory devices, and autonomous driving.[7][8]

Sony Vision-S Concept
Overview
ManufacturerSony
Production2020–present
Body and chassis
ClassMid-size car (E)
Body style4-door fastback sedan
LayoutDual motor, all-wheel drive
Powertrain
Electric motor200 kW × 2
Dimensions
Wheelbase3,000 mm (120 in)[1]
Length4,895 mm (192.7 in)
Width1,900 mm (75 in)
Height1,450 mm (57 in)
Curb weight2,350 kg (5,180 lb)

Design

As of 2020, the Vision-S is equipped with 33 sensors, including CMOS, solid state lidar, radar and time-of-flight cameras which collectively form an advanced driver assistance suite called "Safety Cocoon". Inside, a panoramic touchscreen is built into the dashboard, accompanied by Sony's 360 Reality Audio. The Vision-S has a dual-motor setup with two 200 kW electric motors and all-wheel drive. Sony claims the car can accelerate from 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) in 4.8 seconds, and the top speed is rated at 240 km/h (149 mph). A double wishbone suspension is used with an air spring system.[1]

References
  1. "Sony Global - VISION S / SPECIFICATIONS". Retrieved 8 January 2020.
  2. O'Kane, Sean (2020-01-07). "Sony surprises with an electric concept car called the Vision-S". The Verge.
  3. Gitlin, Jonathan M (7 January 2020). "Sony stuns CES with an electric show car, the Vision-S". Ars Technica. Retrieved 8 January 2020.
  4. Collins, Katie (7 January 2020). "Sony electric car stuns CES, designed as connected tech showcase". Roadshow by CNET. Retrieved 8 January 2020.
  5. Schrader, Stef. "Sony Quietly Kept Developing Its Vision-S Concept Car With More Sensors, Road Tests". The Drive. Retrieved 2021-01-24.
  6. "CES 2020 - For future mobility, software makes all the difference". Retrieved 10 January 2020.
  7. "Sony partners with German supplier Benteler on electric sedan concept". Automotive News Europe. 2020-01-08. Retrieved 2020-01-10.
  8. "BENTELER breaks new ground at CES 2020 in Las Vegas". www.benteler.com. Retrieved 2020-01-10.


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