Southern California-based carmaker Karma Automotive, born from the ashes of Fisker Automotive’s 2013 bankruptcy, has announced a limited production model, the Karma Invictus.
Continues to Manufacture
This new performance-focused version of the Karma Revero sedan will have only 30 units produced, making it a rare offering in the luxury hybrid market, according to Boosted.
Karma Automotive is now owned by China’s Wanxiang Group, but continues to manufacture out of California.
The Invictus, an upgrade of the 2016 Karma Revero — which itself evolved from Henrik Fisker’s original 2012 Fisker Karma — features numerous design and engineering enhancements.
The body integrates carbon fiber components, including the hood, roof, trunk lid, and rear spoiler, all contributing to a lighter, more streamlined vehicle.
Additional air intakes in the front fenders enhance aerodynamics, reducing pressure around the wheels.
No High Expectations
Karma has also equipped the Invictus with high-performance Öhlins dampers and Swift springs, which are commonly used in motorsports, promising improved handling precision through curves.
These suspension upgrades make the Invictus stand out from the original Revero, targeting buyers seeking a luxury vehicle with refined control and responsiveness.
The Invictus retains the Revero’s plug-in hybrid powertrain. It features a 1.5-liter, three-cylinder turbo engine paired with twin electric motors on the rear axle, producing a combined 536 horsepower and 746 Nm of torque.
This setup allows for robust performance, blending hybrid efficiency with high-end speed and acceleration.
Despite its innovations, Karma doesn’t have high expectations for the Invictus, which is only available in an ultra-limited run. Details on pricing and release dates remain unannounced, adding further intrigue for potential buyers.
Meanwhile, Henrik Fisker’s new company, Fisker Inc., is facing financial difficulties. Recently, Fisker Inc. entered bankruptcy proceedings in the U.S., with many employees departing as operations wind down.
