Global EV Comparison: Porsche Taycan 4S vs Sony Vision-S 01 Concept
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General Info
The Porsche Taycan 4S (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €120900. Although the Sony Vision-S 01 has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | Porsche Taycan 4S | Sony Vision-S 01 Concept |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Japan |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €120900 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €114890 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 5 |
Range and Efficiency
The Porsche Taycan 4S (2024-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Sony Vision-S 01.
| Property | Porsche Taycan 4S | Sony Vision-S 01 Concept |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 406 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 557 km | 400 km |
| Range (GCC) | 429 km | 340 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 89 kWh | - Battery Capacity (Nominal) |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 82.3 kWh | - Battery Capacity (Usable) |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 19.2 kWh/100 km | - Efficiency per 100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.21 km/kWh | - Efficiency per kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.9 | 4.6 |
Charging
The Porsche Taycan 4S (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 Porsche Taycan 4S (2024-…) can charge at up to 270 kW.
The Porsche Taycan 4S (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Sony Vision-S 01 is limited to kW.
| Property | Porsche Taycan 4S | Sony Vision-S 01 Concept |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | - Max Charging Power (AC) |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 270 kW | - Max Charging Power (DC) |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.9 | 3.2 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Porsche Taycan 4S (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Porsche Taycan 4S | Sony Vision-S 01 Concept |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 400 kW | 400 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 536 hp | 536 hp |
| Motor Torque | 695 Nm | - Motor Torque |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.7 s | 4.8 s |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 240 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.8 | 6.7 |
Dimensions
The Sony Vision-S 01 boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Porsche Taycan 4S | Sony Vision-S 01 Concept |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4963 mm | 4895 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2144 mm | 1900 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1966 mm | - Width (w/o Mirrors) |
| Height | 1379 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2900 mm | 3030 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Porsche Taycan 4S (2024-…), but the Sony Vision-S 01 doesn’t have one.
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Porsche Taycan 4S | Sony Vision-S 01 Concept |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 2245 kg | 2350 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 407 l | - Cargo Volume (Trunk) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 84 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.9 | 4.8 |
