I DRIVE THE SONO SION PROTOTYPE - A CAR THAT CAN BE POWERED BY THE SUN!

EV Channels Review

This video provides an early look at the Sono Sion prototype, highlighting its unique solar-charging capabilities and affordable price point (€25,500). The reviewer emphasizes that the Sion is designed as a practical, unenthusiastic transportation device for urban dwellers, particularly those without easy access to home charging. Key features include the photovoltaic cells covering the entire exterior, which can add a significant amount of range weekly (up to 120 km WLTP) and even more in peak summer. The interior, while spacious with ample headroom, is described as basic and constructed from cheap plastics, with the moss element being the only visually interesting feature. The reviewer notes the prototype's limitations, such as not being road-legal and having a wavy roof, but praises the bi-directional AC charging capability and the potential for direct home power output. While acknowledging the prototype's rough edges and the company's uncertain future, the reviewer expresses excitement for the potential of a production version that prioritizes cost-effective, sustainable mobility.