Global EV Comparison: Sony Vision-S 01 Concept vs BMW i4 M50
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General Info
The BMW i4 M50 (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €72100. 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 Sony Vision-S 01 is a Sedan, whereas the BMW i4 M50 (2024-…) is a Liftback.
| Property | Sony Vision-S 01 Concept | BMW i4 M50 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan | Germany |
| Body Style | Sedan | Liftback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €72100 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €64750 |
| GCC Score | 5 | 6.5 |
Range and Efficiency
The BMW i4 M50 (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 | BMW i4 M50 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 433 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 400 km | 522 km |
| Range (GCC) | 340 km | 409 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | - Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 83.9 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | - Battery Capacity (Usable) | 81.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | - Efficiency per 100 km | 19.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | - Efficiency per kWh | 5.03 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 4.6 | 6.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Sony Vision-S 01 has no DC fast charging capability, whereas the BMW i4 M50 (2024-…) can charge at up to 207 kW.
The BMW i4 M50 (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 | Sony Vision-S 01 Concept | BMW i4 M50 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | - Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | - Max Charging Power (DC) | 207 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 3.2 | 6.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the BMW i4 M50 (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Sony Vision-S 01 Concept | BMW i4 M50 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | - Motor Torque | 795 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.8 s | 3.9 s |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h | 225 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.7 | 6.8 |
Dimensions
The Sony Vision-S 01 boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Sony Vision-S 01 Concept | BMW i4 M50 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4895 mm | 4783 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1900 mm | 2073 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | - Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1852 mm |
| Height | 1450 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3030 mm | 2856 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The BMW i4 M50 (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1600 kg, whereas the Sony Vision-S 01 is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Sony Vision-S 01 Concept | BMW i4 M50 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2350 kg | 2290 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | - Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 470 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 1290 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 1600 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.8 | 5 |
