DecodedCars2018 Karma Revero
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2018 models.
- Class
- Subcompact Cars
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Plug-in Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 20 combined · 20 city / 21 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 4 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Plug-in hybrid version availableOffered as a plug-in hybrid as well as gas.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 20 MPG combined, 16% below the 2018 subcompact car average of 23.7 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 7 similar 2018 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2018 Karma Revero is a subcompact car offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and rear-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 20 MPG combined (20 city / 21 highway), 16% worse than the 2018 subcompact car average of 23.7 MPG, for an estimated $4,100 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 4 recall campaigns on file.
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revero Plug-in Hybrid | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (A1) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 / 21 / 20 | -16% | $4,100 | 151 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2018 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2018 Karma Revero.
Similar 2018 subcompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Karma Revero (this car) | 20 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2018 Nissan GT-R | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2018 Toyota Yaris | 35 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2018 Ford Fiesta | 31 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2018 Chevrolet Spark | 33 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2018 Toyota Mirai | – | Not rated | 0 |
| 2018 Volkswagen Beetle | 29 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (4)
Structure › Body › Door · May 31, 2019
NHTSA campaign 19V408000 · 295 vehicles
- Problem
- Karma Automotive (Karma) is recalling certain 2018 Karma Revero vehicles. The upper intrusion bar within the front left door may be split. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 214, "Side Impact Protection."
- Risk
- The split metal may compromise the vehicle's strength reducing the side-impact protection and increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Karma will notify owners, and dealers will inspect all of the front doors and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 1, 2019. Owners may contact Karma customer service at 1-855-288-6109. Karma's number for this recall is RC-19-70-01.
Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain · Apr 11, 2019
NHTSA campaign 19V296000 · 231 vehicles
- Problem
- Karma Automotive (Karma) is recalling certain 2018 Karma Revero vehicles. In the event of a roll over crash, the side curtain/head protection air bags may not deploy as intended due to a rollover sensor system that is not enabled. The system also lacks an instrument cluster warning light and a description of the system in the owner's manual. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
- Risk
- If the side air bags do not deploy as intended in a roll over crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Karma will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing Airbag Control Unit (ACU) with a rollover enabled ACU and the owners manual will be updated with the description of the system, free of charge. The recall began July 1, 2019. Owners may contact Karma customer service at 1-855-288-6109. Karma's number for this recall is RC-19-84-01.
Visibility › Rearview Mirrors/Devices › Exterior · Jul 23, 2018
NHTSA campaign 18V488000 · 50 vehicles
- Problem
- Karma Automotive LLC (Karma) is recalling certain 2018 Karma Revero vehicles. The driver's side exterior rearview mirrors may be made with convex, not flat glass. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
- Risk
- When using the incorrect rearview mirrors, the driver may fail to realize how close a vehicle or object actually is, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Karma has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the driver side exterior rearview mirror, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 1, 2018. Owners may contact Karma customer service at 1-855-288-6109. Karma's number for this recall is RC-18-78-01.
Air Bags › Side/Window · Feb 19, 2018
NHTSA campaign 18V114000 · 94 vehicles
- Problem
- Karma Automotive LLC (Karma) is recalling certain 2018 Revero vehicles. In the event of a crash, the side curtain/head protection air bags may partially detach from the inflator during air bag deployment, affecting the performance of the air bags. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
- Risk
- If the air bag are not fully connected to the inflator, the air bags may not inflate properly, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Fix
- Karma will notify owners, and dealers will install new side curtain/head protection air bags that have an additional clamp on the air bag to secure it to the inflator, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 17, 2018. Owners may contact Karma customer service at 1-855-288-6109. Karma's number for this recall is RC-18-84-01.
Not every 2018 Karma Revero is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2018 Karma Revero in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2018 Karma Revero buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 4 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- 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 2018 Karma Revero. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Revero years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Revero | 26 | – | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 Revero | 20 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Karma. How we calculate this →