It’s been a long time coming, but nearly four years after Karma Automotive disclosed its plans to introduce its first full-EV based on the Revero plug-in hybrid sedan, the California brand has finally come through with the reveal of the new Gyesera at Amelia Concours d’Elegance. Described as a “bridge to the future” for the brand, this four-door grand tourer is a heavily revised version of the Revero, featuring a fully electric powertrain and a 250-mile range.
Karma states that almost all exterior body panels of the Gyesera have been redesigned, with the exception of the rear quarter panels. The 199.9-inch (5,077 mm) long model boasts a sleeker appearance, characterized by a sharper and grille-less nose, new intakes on the sculpted profile, clear taillight lenses, and a modern rear bumper.
Despite the upgrades, the proportions and greenhouse remain identical to previous iterations, including the GS-6 and Revero plug-in hybrids. In fact, the design’s backbone harks back to the original and short-lived Fisker Karma, which debuted in 2011, maintaining the same low-slung silhouette. On a side note, this year marks the 10th anniversary since the Chinese company Wanxiang Group purchased the bankrupt Fisker Automotive, subsequently renaming it Karma Automotive.
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Moving to the interior, the dashboard layout may evoke a sense of familiarity with the old Fisker, but there are several notable upgrades. The center console has been revamped with a larger infotainment touchscreen, while the steering wheel appears to be new. Additionally, the dashboard is devoid of any decorative inserts, featuring a Gyesera emblem on the right side.
Karma’s First Production EV
The Gyesera is the first electric model from Karma since the previously announced GSe-6 never reached production. Marques McCammon, the new president of Karma Automotive told Automotive News that the new model is different compared to the GSe-6, despite sharing the same aluminum spaceframe chassis. McCammon said that the Gyesera sports a “completely different” battery design and offers “materially different” performance. Overall, 85 percent of the EV has been revised.
The new battery pack has a capacity of 120 kWh and is good for over 250 miles (402 km) of range. The Gyesera is powered by a rear-mounted electric motor producing 590 hp (440 kW / 598 PS) and 693 lb-ft (939 Nm) of torque. Karma says that the 0-60 mph (0-97 km/h) sprint will be completed in under 4.2 seconds, with a top speed in excess of 135 mph (217 km/h).
The market launch of the Karma Gyesera is slated for late 2024 or early 2025. According to earlier statements made by Karma Automotive’s president, pricing is anticipated to fall within the range of $175,000 to $225,000. Overall, the company aims to manufacture 2,000 units of the EV over a four- or five-year production period at its Moreno Valley facilities in California, maintaining a level of exclusivity.
The Gyesera will be followed by the Kaveya – a two-door electric sportscar that was previewed last year and is expected to debut in production form in late 2025 at the earliest.