Examining the New 2025 Karma Revero: Speed, Aesthetics, and Imperfections Uncovered in Our Test Drive
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The Karma Revero, a luxury electric vehicle with a distinctive design, has recently been compared to the Lucid Air and Porsche Taycan, two high-performance electric vehicles.
The Karma Revero, originally based on the Fisker Karma, offers an exclusive and stylish design, maintaining the iconic aesthetic roots of its predecessor. It boasts a hybrid powertrain, combining a 1.5-liter turbocharged inline-three engine with two electric motors, delivering a total of 536 horsepower and 550 lb-ft of torque[1][3][5].
Key features of the Karma Revero include a hybrid electric drivetrain, luxurious interior amenities, and advanced safety features. However, compared to the Lucid Air and Porsche Taycan, the Karma Revero occupies a somewhat unique niche[2].
| Feature | Karma Revero GT | Lucid Air | Porsche Taycan | |-----------------------|-------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------| | Powertrain | Hybrid: 1.5L turbo engine + electric motors | Fully electric P90 or higher battery options | Fully electric with performance-oriented options | | Power Output | 536 hp, 550 lb-ft torque | Up to 1,111 hp (Lucid Air Dream Edition) | Up to ~750 hp (Taycan Turbo S) | | Acceleration (0-60 mph)| ~4.5 seconds | ~2.5 seconds (Dream Edition) | ~2.4 seconds (Turbo S) | | Range | Not a pure EV; range is hybrid-dependent | 406+ miles EPA (Lucid Air Dream Edition) | Up to ~300 miles EPA | | Design | Distinctive, hand-crafted styling, low volume production | Sleek, modern, focused on aerodynamic efficiency | Sporty, performance-driven design | | Market Position | Ultra-luxury, exclusive hybrid electric | Luxury electric sedan aimed at tech-savvy buyers | Luxury electric sports sedan emphasizing driving dynamics |
While the Revero emphasizes an exclusive, stylish experience with a hybrid approach blending electric and ICE (internal combustion engine), the Lucid Air and Porsche Taycan are fully electric vehicles focusing on high performance, long pure-electric driving ranges, and cutting-edge EV technology[1][3][4][5].
The Karma Revero has some notable drawbacks, such as a loud buzzing noise during idling, entry/exit issues with its cozy, two-person back seat, and key fob issues where the car couldn't detect the fob on at least two occasions[2]. Furthermore, the Revero emits a faint whistling noise on the highway and makes a two-tone whistling harmony with itself in an automated car wash[2].
On the other hand, the Revero offers advantages such as a dragstrip-like feature during acceleration, delivering an electric-car like thrill during launch, and having more electric range than any other plug-in hybrid offered today[2]. Additionally, the Revero's A/C briefly goes hot when launched and its turn signals are silent when stopped but resume ticking and tocking once motion is resumed[2].
The Karma Revero's as-tested price is $168,499, making it a luxury vehicle with a high price point[2]. The Revero has no power-opening or -closing trunk and its touchscreen is physically placed at the very bottom of the center stack, requiring more downward looks to see the info needed while driving[2].
In conclusion, the Karma Revero, Lucid Air, and Porsche Taycan each cater to different segments of the luxury electric vehicle market. The Karma Revero appeals to buyers looking for exclusivity, refined luxury, and a hybrid powertrain, whereas the Lucid Air and Porsche Taycan compete more directly in the high-performance segment of luxury fully electric vehicles.
[1] Car and Driver: Karma Revero Review [2] MotorTrend: Karma Revero Review [3] Roadshow: Karma Revero Review [4] Electrek: Karma Revero vs. Lucid Air Comparison [5] AutoExpress: Karma Revero Review
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