USA EV Comparison: Sony Vision-S 01 Concept vs Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro
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General Info
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of $67900. Although the Sony Vision-S 01 has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in the United States.
The Sony Vision-S 01 is a Sedan, whereas the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) is a Liftback.
| Property | Sony Vision-S 01 Concept | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan | Germany |
| Body Style | Sedan | Liftback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price USA (New) | - Price USA (New) | $67900 |
| GCC Score | 5 | 7.5 |
Range and Efficiency
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Sony Vision-S 01.
| Property | Sony Vision-S 01 Concept | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 377 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 249 mi | 445 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 211 mi | 365 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | - Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | - Battery Capacity (Usable) | 94.9 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | - Efficiency per 100 mi | 26 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | - Efficiency per kWh | 3.85 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 4.4 | 9.4 |
Charging
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Sony Vision-S 01 relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Sony Vision-S 01 has no DC fast charging capability, whereas the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) can charge at up to 270 kW.
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 9.6 kW, whereas the Sony Vision-S 01 is limited to kW.
| Property | Sony Vision-S 01 Concept | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | - Max Charging Power (AC) | 9.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | - Max Charging Power (DC) | 270 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 3.2 | 8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the Sony Vision-S 01 has more power, the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.
| Property | Sony Vision-S 01 Concept | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 400 kW | 340 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 536 hp | 456 hp |
| Motor Torque | - Motor Torque | 631 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 4.6 s | 4.5 s |
| Top Speed | 150 mph | 130 mph |
| Performance Score | 6.6 | 6.3 |
Dimensions
The Sony Vision-S 01 boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Sony Vision-S 01 Concept | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 192.7 in | 194 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 74.8 in | 84.1 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | - Width (w/o Mirrors) | 75.7 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 57.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 119.3 in | 116.1 in |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…), but the Sony Vision-S 01 doesn’t have one.
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 4630 lb, whereas the Sony Vision-S 01 is not officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | Sony Vision-S 01 Concept | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 5180 lb | 5203 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | - Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 17.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 47 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 1 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 4630 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.8 | 5.7 |
