Southern California-based Karma Automotive has a new player – the sumptuous Karma Gyesera –the next model in its electrified luxury lineup. Gyesera is positioned as the successor to the Revero, which has served as Karma's high-profile offering since the company acquired this model’s design and technology from the failed Fisker Automotive back in 2014. While many important technology refinements have been made to the Revero along with mild styling updates, the stunning design of the original car has largely remained intact.
The new Gyesera extended range electric vehicle (EREV) arrives at a time when the market for all-electric cars has softened and interest in EREVs is growing significantly. While the Karma Revero was once one of the pioneers in the luxury end of the electrified luxury market, Karma must now compete against a wide field of premium automakers offering their own plug-in and performance hybrids. Gyesera represents a strategic move to stay in the game and prove Karma is a serious player.
Advancing the Formula
Karma is building Gyesera on an evolution of its aluminum space-frame platform, pairing it with bodywork made from aluminum and carbon-reinforced composites to reduce weight. The result is a lighter, more agile grand touring car that should also benefit efficiency. Larger forged billet aluminum wheels with Karma-specific Pirelli tires help reduce unsprung weight and rolling resistance.
Performance sees a clear step forward. The latest version of Karma’s extended-range hybrid powertrain delivers 566 horsepower and 546 lb-ft torque, propelling Gyesera from 0-60 mph in an estimated 4.0 seconds. That’s half a second quicker than the Revero, underscoring the emphasis on both grand touring comfort and sportier dynamics.
Technology-Led Development
Beyond the car itself, Karma is highlighting a shift in how it designs vehicles. Gyesera is the first model developed under the company’s Intelligent Product Development System, a process that blends traditional engineering with digital twin concepts from the tech sector. By simulating designs virtually and connecting development to real-world data, Karma aims to shorten product development cycles and improve reliability.
This new approach points to the company’s ambition to operate not just as a boutique automaker, but as a tech-driven product company. It also sets the stage for additional models, including the Amaris GT coupe expected in 2026.
Karma Gyesera Design
Visually, Gyesera introduces a design language meant to define Karma going forward. A low-slung stance, carbon composite details, and a distinctive “backslash” signature on the fenders create a bold appearance. The company’s distinctive “Target Acquisition” lighting, first shown on the Kaveya concept, makes its production debut here. A vented hood inspired by a comet’s trail adds both functional airflow and a unique styling cue.
The rear design is anchored by a full-width diffuser that emphasizes the car’s athletic proportions. Overall, Karma is aiming for a design identity that blends exclusivity, performance cues, and brand distinction.
Cabin and Connectivity
Inside, Gyesera takes a restrained approach compared to competitors that dominate the cabin with large screens. A digital instrument cluster and a new Qualcomm-based infotainment system focus on delivering information cleanly rather than overwhelming the space. HVAC functions are integrated into streamlined menus, while conveniences like wireless CarPlay, Android Auto, and wireless device charging are standard.
Expanded over-the-air update capabilities bring added value, offering downloadable features such as custom audio tuning and AI-driven predictive service diagnostics. Premium materials and a simplified design approach reinforce the goal of a modern, uncluttered luxury environment. Slim front seats open up additional legroom for rear passengers, improving practicality without sacrificing the car’s sleek proportions.
Karma Gyesera Outlook
With an expected starting price of about $165,000 and producing scheduled later this year, the Gyesera competes directly against luxury plug-in models from larger mainstream automakers. Its success will depend on Karma’s ability to distinguish itself through exclusivity, which the Gyesera's lofty price pretty much guarantees. That exclusivity formula, by the way, has been a key element already at work for this automaker. The upcoming Amaris GT Coupe, positioned at roughly $200,000, will further broaden Karma’s small but focused lineup.
Gyesera represents more than just a new model for Karma – it’s a signal of intent. By combining advanced plug-in serial hybrid power, lightweight materials, and software-enabled features, Karma is aiming to stand apart in a crowded segment. Whether this approach will establish Karma as a stronger player in the luxury hybrid space remains to be seen, but the Gyesera sets a new direction that builds on the pioneering foundation of the Revero while charting a logical and exciting path forward.
