Porsche Mission E concept unveiled at 2015 Frankfurt show
Porsche has revealed the Mission E concept at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show, previewing a 600hp all-electric saloon with rapid charging and advanced digital tech.
Porsche has pulled the covers off the Mission E concept at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show, marking its first public move towards a full-electric performance saloon. The four-door, four-seat concept is positioned as a direct rival to the Tesla Model S, with production ambitions for later in the decade.
The Mission E uses two permanent magnet synchronous motors, similar to those in Porsche’s Le Mans-winning 919 Hybrid, delivering a combined 600hp to all four wheels. Porsche claims the concept will sprint from 0 to 100km/h in 3.5 seconds and reach 200km/h in under 12 seconds. The company also states that the car can complete a lap of the Nürburgring Nordschleife in under eight minutes, though this figure remains unverified by independent sources.
A key technical highlight is the 800-volt electrical system, double the voltage of most current electric vehicles. This enables Porsche’s so-called Turbo Charging, which can replenish the battery to 80 percent in just 15 minutes. The claimed driving range stands at 500km (310 miles) on a full charge, setting a high bar for EV practicality at the time.
Interior technology and design
Inside, the Mission E concept features four individual lightweight seats and a dashboard dominated by OLED displays. Most physical controls have been replaced by digital interfaces, including an eye-tracking system that detects where the driver is looking and highlights the relevant instrument. A holographic display extends to the passenger side, offering app-like controls for navigation, climate, media and contacts.
The Mission E concept’s styling draws on Porsche’s sports car heritage, with a low, wide stance and sculpted bodywork. Four-point LED headlights and pronounced front wings give a visual link to the 911, while the overall silhouette is closer to a modern saloon. The car’s platform and battery layout allow for a flat floor and generous cabin space.
Production intent and rivals
Porsche has not confirmed a production date, but the Mission E is clearly intended as a statement of intent against established electric rivals, most notably the Tesla Model S. The concept’s blend of performance, range and charging speed sets out the company’s ambitions for its first full-electric road car. For more on the electric concepts at Frankfurt, see Frankfurt 2015: The Concept Cars That Stole the Show.
