Fisker Karma 2012 Review and Specifications

Combining a sleek design and elegant, high performance, low fuel consumption and zero emissions in the application, the Fisker Karma four-door four-seater features the brand’s commitment to create uncompromising luxury vehicles to offer responsible ™ that pure passion aroused. The Fisker Karma arrives in showrooms this summer, a new standard for time in the market, after announcing a concept in 2008 and the creation of the premium luxury segment EV.

Ever ™ with its own propulsion system Fisker Karma can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in just 5.9 seconds, however, to the equivalent of more than 100 miles per gallon and 83 g / km CO2 emissions in real-world driving on an annual basis.

Fisker Karma can run exclusively on electric power provided by rechargeable lithium-ion battery for up to 50 miles (80 km) after the 175 kilowatts controls the efficient, 2.0-liter, direct injection, turbocharged gasoline engine range is extended even 250 miles (403 km). Fisker Karma ranging in size from download / fuel may reach 300 km. When a U.S. manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) is $ 95,900 before the federal tax credit and $ 7,500, and € 85 500 suggested retail price in Europe.

2012 Fisker Karma Technical Specifications

Motors: Two rear-mounted electric traction motors, mid-mounted lithium ion battery pack and front/mid-mounted range-extending gasoline engine/generator set
Battery: 20 kWh, 180 kW lithium ion w/Nanophosphate™ technology (A123 Systems)
Range-extending gasoline Engine/Generator set: 2.0-liter, 260hp, low-emission, four-cylinder direct fuel-injection w/ turbocharger (GM Ecotec®) and 175 kW generator
Traction motors: 403 hp (300 kW) total [2 x 201.5 hp (150 kW)]
Torque: 981 lb.-ft (1300 Nm)
Transmission: Single-ratio gearbox/Limited Slip Differential combination
Dimensions
Overall Length: 196.7 in. (4996mm)
Overall Width: 78.1 in. (1984mm)
Overall Height: 52.4 in. (1330mm)
Overhang [f/r]: 35.9 in. (913mm) / 36.3 in. (923mm)
Wheelbase: 124.4 in (3160mm)
Track [f/r]: 66.6 in. (1692mm) / 67.0 in (1701mm)
Cargo Capacity: 6.9 cu. ft. (195 l)
Curb Weight: 5600 lbs. (2539 kg)
Fuel Capacity: 9.5 US Gal. (36 l)
Turning Radius: 40.4 ft. (12.3m)
Performance
Stealth Mode
Lithium-ion battery power only
0-60mph (97 km/h): 7.9 sec
Top Speed: 5mph (153 km/h)
Sport Mode
Lithium-ion power with Engine/Generator
0-60mph (97km/h): 5.9 sec
Top Speed: 125mph (201 km/h) electronically limited
Range
Total Range: 300 miles (483 km)
Electric only: 50 miles (80km)
Extended range: 250 miles (403 km)