The End of the Karma Revero Era
- Karma Automotive has produced its final Revero.
- This extended-range electric sedan was essentially an evolution of the troubled Fisker Karma.
- Despite facing setbacks with two auto ventures, Henrik Fisker's influence will continue through another model.
The curtain has officially fallen on the Karma Revero, marking the end of a vehicle that was largely a reimagining of the previously unsuccessful Fisker Karma.
To provide some background, Henrik Fisker, renowned for his work on the Fisker Ocean electric crossover, first ventured into automotive entrepreneurship in the early 2000s. His initial project, the Fisker Karma, was a luxury four-door extended-range electric vehicle that saw its production cut short after just one year due to financial issues that led to bankruptcy. Fast forward to this decade, and Fisker attempted to revive his fortunes with a new company, only to find himself facing bankruptcy once more.
Photo Gallery: The Final Karma Revero
After the collapse of Fisker’s initial venture, Karma Automotive rose from the ashes, establishing its operations in Irvine, California. The company began manufacturing the Revero at a modest facility in Moreno Valley starting in 2016, rolling out various iterations of the vehicle over the years. While many components remained the same as those used in the original Fisker Karma, Karma Automotive made notable enhancements, such as incorporating a larger 28-kilowatt-hour high-voltage battery and replacing the original GM engine with a BMW-sourced 1.5-liter gasoline engine.
Despite these upgrades, the body panels, suspension design, and interior layout bore a close resemblance to Fisker’s original creation. In its ultimate version, the Karma Revero was praised for its impressive total driving range of 360 miles, with up to 80 miles achievable solely on electric power. It’s worth noting that both the Revero and its predecessor, the Fisker Karma, occupy a unique niche in the automotive world—they are plug-in hybrids capable of being charged using DC fast-charging technology. For instance, the Revero can connect to a 45-kilowatt DC charger, allowing for a remarkable 90% charge in just 34 minutes.
The 2025 Karma Revero comes with a price tag of approximately $175,000 and features an aluminum spaceframe with composite and aluminum body panels. Its powertrain generates 536 horsepower and 550 pound-feet of torque, enabling it to accelerate from 0 to 60 miles per hour in just 4.5 seconds—impressive performance for a vehicle weighing 5,000 pounds.
The Revero's successor, the Karma Gyesera, utilizes the same foundational aluminum spaceframe from the Fisker Karma. However, it boasts an upgraded rear electric motor powered by the same 28 kWh battery found in the Revero, pushing the total output to 566 horsepower, although the torque dips slightly to 546 lb-ft. Additionally, the Gyesera showcases a revamped interior along with a modern carbon fiber and aluminum exterior.
Karma Automotive is also developing the Amaris, a more powerful two-door extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) based on a modified version of the aluminum spaceframe used in the Gyesera. Though the California-based manufacturer is accepting pre-orders for both models, the timeline for their market debut remains uncertain.
The Gyesera, which requires a $5,000 deposit, is reportedly set to enter production in the fourth quarter of this year. Meanwhile, prospective buyers can reserve the Amaris with a $7,500 deposit, with production expected to commence at the end of 2026. Karma has also introduced the Ivara crossover and the Kaveya electric supercar, although clear timelines for these models are not yet available.
Photo Gallery: Karma Gyesera EREV
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