Porsche 718 EV (Boxster/Cayman) vs Chevrolet Corvette EV

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thumb image Porsche 718 EV (Boxster/Cayman) US$ 80,000
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thumb image Chevrolet Corvette EV US$ 80,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Porsche Chevrolet
Model 718 EV (Boxster / Cayman) Corvette EV (expected name: Corvette SUV EV / Corvette E-Ray EV variant)
Vehicle Type Electric Sports Car Electric Sports Car / GT
Trims Standard, S, GTS (expected) Not officially confirmed (expected multiple trims with performance variants)
Release Date 2025 (expected) 2025 (expected)
Status Upcoming Upcoming (prototype/testing stage)
Made In Germany USA
Body Type 2-Door Coupe / Convertible 2-Door Coupe / Convertible (expected)
Vehicle Warranty 4 years / 50,000 miles (expected) Not yet announced (likely 3 years / 36,000 miles basic, 8 years / 100,000 miles battery)
Colors Multiple Porsche custom colors (White, Black, Guards Red, Racing Yellow, Metallic options, etc.) Expected multiple (Torch Red, Arctic White, Black, Rapid Blue, etc.)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Dual electric motors (AWD) or single rear motor (RWD) Dual or Quad Electric Motors (AWD expected)
Horsepower 450–500 hp (expected) Estimated 600 – 1000+ hp (depending on trim)
Torque 500 Nm (est.) Likely over 800 lb-ft
Acceleration 0–60 mph in ~3.5 sec (est.) 2.0 – 3.0 seconds (targeting Tesla Roadster level)
Top Speed 155 mph (250 km/h) 180 – 200 mph (expected)
Range 250–300 miles (WLTP est.) 300 – 350 miles (EPA estimated)
Drivetrain RWD standard, AWD optional AWD (All-Wheel Drive)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion, 800V architecture Lithium-Ion (Ultium Platform)
Battery Capacity 80–100 kWh (expected) 100 kWh (expected)
Power Consumption 17–20 kWh / 100 km 30 kWh / 100 miles (estimated)
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles (expected) 8 years / 100,000 miles (likely)
Home Charging Speed Up to 11 kW AC 11 kW AC
Supercharging Speed Up to 270 kW (Porsche fast charging) Up to 350 kW DC fast charging
DC Fast Charging Speed 5–80% in ~20 minutes 10% – 80% in ~25 minutes
Miles of Range added Per Hour 35 miles (home AC), ~200 miles in 15 min (DC fast) 35 miles (AC), up to 200 miles in 20 minutes (DC)
Charging Time 8–9 hours (AC home), <30 min (DC) 8–10 hours on Level 2, under 30 minutes on DC Fast Charger
Charging Connector Type CCS Combo CCS Combo
Home Charging Options Porsche Mobile Charger Connect / Wallbox Level 1 (120V) & Level 2 (240V)
Onboard Charger Power 11–22 kW 11.5 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 4,400 mm (173 in) 182–185 in
Width 1,800 mm (71 in) 76 in
Height 1,280 mm (50 in) 48–50 in
Wheelbase 2,480 mm (97 in) 107 in
Ground Clearance 120 mm (est.) 5 in (adjustable suspension likely)
Cargo Space 150 liters (front + rear) 12 cu-ft (front + rear trunks combined)
Curb Weight 1,750–1,850 kg (est.) 4,500 – 5,000 lbs (due to battery)
No. of Doors 2 2
Seating Capacity 2 2

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Alloy (Porsche Design) Alloy (lightweight performance design)
Wheel Size 19"–21" (depending on trim) 20” front / 21” rear (expected)
Front Tire 235/35 R19 (est.) 275/30 R20
Rear Tire 265/35 R20 (est.) 345/25 R21

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric Power Steering Plus Electric Power Steering
Transmission Single-speed automatic (EV) Single-Speed Automatic (EV Direct Drive)
Turning Radius 10.5 m 37 ft
Gear Box Single-speed reduction Single-speed reduction gear
Front Suspension Adaptive McPherson Strut Double Wishbone with Magnetic Ride Control
Rear Suspension Multi-link, adaptive dampers Multi-Link with Magnetic Ride Control

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Not available, Porsche InnoDrive driver assist Not full self-driving (Chevy Super Cruise likely)
Navigation System Porsche Communication Management (PCM) with AI route planner Yes, built-in with OTA maps
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes
Climate Control Dual-zone automatic Dual-zone Automatic
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes Yes
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Panoramic Sunroof No (convertible option instead) Not confirmed (Corvette coupe unlikely, SUV variant may)
Apple Car Play Yes Yes
Android Auto Yes Yes
Touchscreen 10.9" center display + digital cockpit 10–12 inch infotainment system
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes (4G/5G LTE)
Bluetooth Yes Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 10 (Bose) or 12–14 (Burmester optional) 10+ premium Bose system

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative + Hydraulic Regenerative + Hydraulic Braking
Front Brakes Ventilated Disc Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes Ventilated Disc Ventilated Disc
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes N/A (2-seater)
No. Of Airbags 6 (front, side, knee) 6+ (front, side, curtain)
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes
Multiple Cameras 360° view system Yes (360-degree view)
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor Yes Yes
Stability Control Yes Yes (ESC + traction control)
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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