2021 Karma Revero GT
MSRP range: $144,800 - $152,800
- 2021
2021 Karma Revero GT Review
byChristian Wardlaw
Correspondent
Christian Wardlaw is an automotive journalist at Edmunds.Pros
- Nobody else has one
- Long electric range from plug-in hybrid powertrain
- You custom-tailor the car to your preferences
Cons
- Evolution of a decade-old design
- Cramped back seat
- Tiny trunk
What's new
- New Luxury and Sport trims replace standard and GTS designations
- Part of the second Revero generation introduced for 2020
The Karma Revero GT has a long and storied past. Based on an evolution of the Karma Revero, itself based on an evolution of the Fisker Karma, the dramatically penned design has been around for a decade. When Fisker went belly-up, a Chinese firm bought the Karma's remains, updated its components, and reintroduced the four-door sedan as the Karma Revero. Last year, the Revero GT arrived with a new powertrain, revised bodywork, new seats and interior components, fresh technology and more.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2021 Karma Revero GT Sport 4dr Sedan (1.5L 3cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid DD) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of N/A undefined in Virginia.
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Revero GT Sport
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$243/mo
Avg. Large Car
Considering Karma's status as a boutique auto manufacturer, it's understandable that the 2021 Revero GT continues without significant changes. The standard model adopts the name Revero GT Luxury, while the GTS with the Sports package becomes the Revero GT Sport. It continues to offer the same plug-in hybrid powertrain as the BMW i8, which Karma characterizes as an electric drivetrain with a range extender. The Revero GT offers about 80 miles of electric driving range in its Stealth driving mode, while Sport mode draws power from both the battery and the gasoline-fired 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. Sustain mode runs the car only on the engine, saving battery juice for later.
Long, low, swollen at the wheels, and tapered at the waist, the Karma Revero GT emphasizes form over function. The car supplies seating for four people, but those riding in the back had better be shorter in stature. The trunk is minuscule at 6.4 cubic feet. So you'd better pack light if you sign up for the VIP California Experience, a three-day trip to Southern California where the car is assembled in order to sample what the automaker calls "the Karma lifestyle."
With Karma debuting its new GS series of less expensive versions of the Revero, the GT is priced high but comes fully equipped. Still, this car only makes sense to a specific kind of buyer who suffers from electric vehicle range anxiety, doesn't wish to drive the same vehicle everyone else has, wants to custom-tailor a vehicle to specific preferences, and cannot wait for the impending wave of high-end EVs from Audi, Lucid, Mercedes-Benz and Porsche to arrive.
Which Revero GT does Edmunds recommend?
If you're going to get a Karma Revero GT, you might as well upgrade to the Sport version. In addition to a subtle bump in performance that helps it to better compete with rivals, it adds a more custom appearance right out of the box.
Karma Revero GT models
The Karma Revero GT is available in Luxury and Sport trim levels. Each has a BMW-sourced 1.5-liter turbocharged three-cylinder engine and dual electric motors paired with a 28-kWh lithium-ion battery pack. Combined output measures 536 horsepower and 550 lb-ft of torque.
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2021 Karma Revero GT pricing
in Ashburn, VA
Luxury
1.5L 3cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid DD
Edmunds suggests you pay$146,600
Sport
1.5L 3cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid DD
Edmunds suggests you pay$154,600
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Features & Specs
- Total MSRP
- $146,600
- MPG & Fuel
- 22 Combined
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 10.2 gal. capacity
- Seating
- 4 seats
- Drivetrain
- Type: rear wheel drive
- Transmission: 1-speed direct drive
- Engine
- Inline 3 cylinder
- Horsepower: 536 hp
- Torque: 550 lb-ft
- Basic Warranty
- 4 yr./ 50000 mi.
- Dimensions
- Length: 199.4 in. / Height: 52.4 in.
- Overall Width with Mirrors: 85.1 in.
- Overall Width without Mirrors: 78.1 in.
- Curb Weight: 5062 lbs.
- Cargo Capacity, All Seats In Place: 6.4 cu.ft.
Safety
Our experts’ favorite Revero GT safety features:
- Forward Collision Warning
- Warns you if a collision might occur and can automatically activate the brakes if necessary.
- Lane Keep with Centering
- Lets you know when the Revero GT is drifting from a lane and can help to center the car in the lane.
- Blind-Spot and Cross-Traffic Detection
- Warns you if vehicles are in the Karma's blind spots or are approaching while reversing.
Karma Revero GT vs. the competition
2021 Karma Revero GT
2021 Polestar 1
Karma Revero GT vs. Polestar 1
Yes, this is a little bit like comparing apples to oranges. The Revero GT is a sedan, while the Polestar 1 is a coupe. But they each hold four people and have small back seats, and they're both performance-oriented plug-in hybrid models. The Karma offers more electric driving range than the Polestar, but the Polestar has greater maximum range than the Karma. Like the Revero GT, the Polestar 1 is rare, and while the design isn't as dramatic, the Polestar is no less seductive.
Karma Revero GT vs. Porsche Taycan
It took Porsche a while to launch the electric Taycan sedan, but the wait was worth it. For driving enjoyment in an EV, the Taycan is tough to beat. However, maximum driving range isn't all that impressive, making the Karma Revero GT's plug-in hybrid arrangement more appealing for longer trips. Plus, if you live where people have this kind of coin to spend on a new car, you'll see plenty of Taycans around. Revero GTs stand out for their exclusivity.
Karma Revero GT vs. Tesla Model S
Here, we are comparing the more affordable Tesla Model S Plaid to the Karma Revero GT Sport. Based on manufacturer claims, the Tesla accelerates to 60 mph twice as fast and features a roomier back seat as well as a large, accommodating trunk. Like the Karma, the Tesla's design has been on the road for about a decade, with similar updates and improvements over the years. Unlike the Revero GT, the Model S is comparatively popular and practically ubiquitous in some regions of the country.
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FAQ
Is the Karma Revero GT a good car?
The Edmunds experts tested the 2021 Revero GT both on the road and at the track. What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the Revero GT has 6.4 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Karma Revero GT. Learn more
What's new in the 2021 Karma Revero GT?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2021 Karma Revero GT:
- New Luxury and Sport trims replace standard and GTS designations
- Part of the second Revero generation introduced for 2020
Is the Karma Revero GT reliable?
To determine whether the Karma Revero GT is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Revero GT. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Revero GT's average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more
Is the 2021 Karma Revero GT a good car?
There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2021 Karma Revero GT is a good car. Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2021 Revero GT is a good car for you. Check back soon for the official Edmunds Rating from our expert testing team Learn more
How much should I pay for a 2021 Karma Revero GT?
The least-expensive 2021 Karma Revero GT is the 2021 Karma Revero GT Luxury 4dr Sedan (1.5L 3cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid DD). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $144,800.
Other versions include:
- Luxury 4dr Sedan (1.5L 3cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid DD) which starts at $144,800
- Sport 4dr Sedan (1.5L 3cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid DD) which starts at $152,800
What are the different models of Karma Revero GT?
If you're interested in the Karma Revero GT, the next question is, which Revero GT model is right for you? Revero GT variants include Luxury 4dr Sedan (1.5L 3cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid DD), and Sport 4dr Sedan (1.5L 3cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid DD). For a full list of Revero GT models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more
