In Brief

      
Production of this superbly styled luxury sports sedan by Fisker Automotive is set for May 2010. 1,000 pre-orders of the car have been taken globally. Henrik Fisker, whose designs include the BMW Z8 and Aston Martin DB9 commented, “We wanted to create a timeless design, something with beautiful proportions,” – we think he was right on target.

This isn’t a pure electric as it it’s two 201hp electric motors, powered by an advanced lithium-ion technology battery pack, rely on a 2.0-liter Ecotec® direct injection (D1) gasoline engine to provide extended range capabilities. The Q Drive gasoline engine does not provide direct propulsion but acts as a generator for the electric drive system. This enables the car to travel 80kms on battery only before the gasoline engine kicks in – sufficient for most people’s daily driving needs.

With a top speed of 200 kph and a 0-100 mph time of 5.8 seconds, the Fisker Karma is the world’s first true premium plug-in hybrid sports sedan. The Karma’s low center of gravity and performance oriented, A-arm suspension system offer a world class driving experience. Tall, wide tires deliver immense lateral grip while electrohydaulic disc brakes provide effortless stopping power.



Click here for the Karma website.