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2027 Karma Gyesera: Luxury Plug-in Hybrid
Karma's 2027 Gyesera offers 566 hp and 80 miles of electric range, reborn from Fisker's failed startup.
In brief
Karma's 2027 Gyesera offers 566 hp and 80 miles of electric range, reborn from Fisker's failed startup. Karma Automotive's 2027 Gyesera plug-in hybrid sedan delivers 566 hp and 80 miles of electric range, reborn from Fisker's failed startup. Originally reported by Car and Driver.
Karma's 2027 Gyesera
Karma Automotive's 2027 Gyesera is a plug-in hybrid sedan reborn from Fisker's failed startup.
Fisker's Legacy
Henrik Fisker launched the Karma in 2011, but the company failed in 2014 after Wanxiang Group bought assets.
2027 Gyesera Launch
Marques McCammon joined Karma Automotive in 2023 to launch the 2027 Gyesera under his leadership.
Powertrain Shift
The Gyesera uses a turbocharged 1.5-liter three-cylinder engine from BMW i8 to generate 566 hp and 594 lb-ft torque.
Performance Metrics
The Gyesera accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 3.7 seconds and reaches a top speed of 150 mph.
Electric Range
The Gyesera provides 80 miles of electric-only driving with a total range of 360 miles on gasoline.
Design Evolution
The Gyesera retains the aluminum spaceframe chassis but features a sharper design with a Comet Line and carbon fiber trim.
Interior Luxury
The cabin uses Bridge of Weir leather and Alcantara microsuede with a 10.1-inch screen and 12.3-inch digital cluster.
Ride Quality
The Gyesera features Öhlins coil-over dampers and unequal-length control arms for a smooth, agile ride.
Driving Experience
The Gyesera delivers responsive handling and a playful edge with its torque-vectoring system and Goodyear Eagle F1 tires.
Braking System
The Gyesera uses Brembo 14-inch rotors with six-piston calipers up front and four-piston calipers at the rear.
Drive Modes
The Gyesera offers Stealth, Sustain, and Sport drive modes with varying engine engagement and exhaust sound.
First 50 Units
Only 50 units of the Gyesera will be produced before dealerships receive them by year-end.
Price Range
The Gyesera starts at $139,995 with an optioned price of $158,995 for the tested model.
Final Assessment
The Gyesera is a niche luxury plug-in hybrid with strong design, materials, and performance despite some interior compromises.
The bottom line
Karma Automotive's 2027 Gyesera plug-in hybrid sedan delivers 566 hp and 80 miles of electric range, reborn from Fisker's failed startup.
