DecodedCars2021 Karma GS-6
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2021 models.
- Class
- Subcompact Cars
- Engines
- 1.5L 3-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Plug-in Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 26 combined · 27 city / 25 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Plug-in hybrid version availableOffered as a plug-in hybrid as well as gas.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2021 Karma GS-6 is a subcompact car offered with a 1.5L 3-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and rear-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 26 MPG combined (27 city / 25 highway), 11% better than the 2021 subcompact car average of 23.4 MPG, for an estimated $3,150 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GS-6 (21-inch wheels) Plug-in Hybrid | 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic (A1) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 27 / 25 / 26 | +11% | $3,150 | 70 |
| GS-6 (22-inch wheels) Plug-in Hybrid | 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic (A1) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 22 / 21 / 22 | -6% | $3,750 | 96 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2021 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2021 Karma GS-6.
Similar 2021 subcompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Karma GS-6 (this car) | 26 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2021 Nissan GT-R | 18 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2021 Chevrolet Spark | 33 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Karma GS-6.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2021 Karma GS-6 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2021 Karma GS-6 in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2021 Karma GS-6 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2021 Karma GS-6. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Karma. How we calculate this →