Wednesday, March 23, 2011

Fisker Karma, begins production

Fisker has started production of the Karma hybrid sedan with seating for four occupants and with a heavy technology that lies beneath the spectacular bodywork. In one hundred percent power mode, you can travel about 80 kilometers, while the total range is estimated at about 480 km. What do you think? Leave your comments, the most interesting will be published in the journal Hwy.

Alternatively, this news debate on our forums. Three years after its introduction as a prototype at the Detroit Motor Show 2008, the U.S. manufacturer Fisker has decided to start producing its flagship model, the Karma. It is a sedan with hybrid technology, with a spectacular design and a strong premium environment, within which can travel up to four people.

In this way, the BMW 750i ActiveHybrid known, Porsche Panamera and Mercedes S400 S Hybrid Hybrid has left them a tough opponent. Fisker Karma prices in Europe are as follows: 78,780 euros for the version Ecoban, 85,269 euros to 95,927 euros and EcoSport variant for EcoChic Karma. In the U.S., the starting price stands at $ 95,900 (just over 67,000 euros at current exchange rates), which will have to deduct a $ 7,500 government grant.

The Fisker Karma is a veritable laboratory on wheels. In addition to its impressive design, the most striking is the entire battalion of technological solutions that lies beneath its striking body. The internal combustion engine is incorporated centrally placed front. This is a 2.0 turbocharged petrol engine General Motors source that yields 260 hp.

In addition to this motor, also have a leading role two electric motors totaling 300 kW of power (about 408 hp total) and are located near each of the rear wheels. For its part, the lithium-ion batteries have a capacity of 20 kW and are applied to an intermediate position between the axles, which will affect the optimal distribution of weight.

The Fisker Karma also has the regenerative braking system, a device through which captures the kinetic energy generated under braking or deceleration, is transformed into electricity and stored in batteries. The Fisker Karma has two modes of operation. First, under the 'Stealth Mode', this hybrid sedan is powered by a one hundred percent power can travel up to 80 km, with acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in 7.5 seconds and a top speed of 153 km / h.

On the other hand, this four-seater vehicle can also operate through the 'Sport Mode', in which the gasoline engine, batteries and electric motors are responsible for moving it. In this hybrid mode, the range increases to 483 km, acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h comes in 5.7 seconds while top speed can be achieved is in the 200 km / h.

Combined cycle, Fisker announces a really low fuel consumption: just 3.7 l/100 km and emission levels of 83 g / km of CO2. Among their equipment and not use the energy stored in the conventional battery and the lithium-ion batteries, you can choose an optional sunroof foltovoltaicas cells that generate energy.

This serves to operate some of the interior electrical systems such as air conditioning or sound system. Fisker has not wanted to skimp on their efforts to provide a complete Karma safety equipment. Thus, the series offers ABS, traction control, stability control and dual front airbags.

Regarding tires, Karma puts on the FIMR GoodYear the following dimensions: 255/35/R22 front and 285/35/R22 rear.

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