FISKER KARMA ACHIEVES 2,1 l/100km, 51 g/km CO2 IN INDEPENDENT TESTS

11/16/2011 6:53 AM EST

FISKER KARMA ACHIEVES 2,1 l/100km, 51 g/km CO2 IN INDEPENDENT TESTS

Anaheim, California USA – November 16, 2011: The Fisker Karma electric vehicle with extended range has achieved 2,1 l/100km combined fuel economy while emitting just 51 g/km of CO2, according to independent testing by the Technischer Üeberwachungs Verein (TÜV), Europe’s recognized automotive certification agency.

TÜV tests also validated the Karma’s all-electric range at 83 km.

The Karma, a 298 kW (400 bhp) luxury sedan that can accelerate from
0-97 km/h in 6,1 seconds, is one of the most efficient, lowest emission automobiles available despite its size, performance and visual appeal.

These figures are possible due to the Karma’s cutting-edge EVer™ (Electric Vehicle extended range) powertrain technology, which combines the zero-emissions and efficiency of electric drive with the range and freedom of petrol-powered cars.

Technically a series plug-in hybrid, the Karma gives drivers the ability to run emission free on demand, as well as travelling long distances without the range anxiety or long recharge times associated with pure electric vehicles.

While the Karma can run on all-electric power in Stealth mode for 83 km, it has a total range of up to 483 km before a stop for petrol or recharge is required. When driven in charge-sustaining Sport mode the Karma achieved 9,2 l/100km combined fuel economy in TÜV tests, better than nearly all comparably powered luxury saloons.

“We are naturally very pleased with the TÜV results, which show we have delivered better than our anticipated fuel efficiency figures,” said CEO and co-founder Henrik Fisker. “We believe the Karma is a car well-suited to the lifestyles of many people in Europe, and these results reinforce that position.”

TÜV Test Results

Urban Extra urban Combined
CO2 58 g/km 47 g/km 51 g/km
Fuel consumption 2,4 l/100 km 2,0 l/100 km 2,1 l/100 km
Electric range 83 km

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ABOUT FISKER AUTOMOTIVE, INC.
Fisker Automotive is an American car company, founded in 2007, committed to producing electric vehicles with extended range (EVer) that deliver uncompromised responsible luxury. The company is designing and developing the world’s first line of premium electric plug-in hybrids representing the company’s firm belief that environmentally conscious cars need not sacrifice passion, style, or performance. Fisker Automotive is a global company that is redefining luxury for the modern sports car buyer. For more information on the brand and the Fisker Karma Sedan, please go to http://fiskerautomotive.com.