The Fisker Karma is a plug-in hybrid luxury sports sedan with a price tag of $87,900 dollars and it's expected to hit the The US market by early 2011. The Karma implements the same technology as the Chevrolet Volt, although not 100% electric the Karma has an anticipated all-electric range of 50 miles (80 km) once the first 50 miles run out a small gasoline generator will start supplying energy for the electric motor and extending the range to 300 miles (480 km) with only three US gallons of gasoline.
Despite its eco-friendly background the Karma will be capable of 0 to 60 mph (97 km/h) in 5.8 seconds with a top speed of 125 mph (201 km/h). The Fisker Karma would also have the option to be fitted with an optional roof solar panel to aid in the recharging of its Lithium-ion batteries but also to aid the cabin climate control system. According to Fisker Automotive the average recharge times for the Karma will be 4 to 5 hours using a standard 120V outlet and less than two hours using a 220V outlet. The solar roof will also be capable of generating a half kilowatt-hour a day and is estimated to provide up to 4 to 5 miles of additional range per week.
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