DecodedCars2019 Karma Revero
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2019 models.
- Class
- Subcompact Cars
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Plug-in Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 20 combined · 19 city / 21 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
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 20 MPG combined, 15% below the 2019 subcompact car average of 23.5 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 6 similar 2019 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2019 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 (19 city / 21 highway), 15% worse than the 2019 subcompact car average of 23.5 MPG, for an estimated $4,100 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.
What changed for 2019
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2018 Revero — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2018; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2018 Revero →
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 | 19 / 21 / 20 | -15% | $4,100 | 156 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2019 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2019 Karma Revero.
Similar 2019 subcompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Karma Revero (this car) | 20 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Nissan GT-R | 18 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2019 Ford Fiesta | 31 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2019 Chevrolet Spark | 33 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2019 Toyota Mirai | – | Not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Volkswagen Beetle | 29 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2019 Buick Cascada | 24 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2019 Karma Revero.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2019 Karma Revero is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2019 Karma Revero in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2019 Karma Revero 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 2019 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 |
| 2018 Revero | 20 | – | Not rated | 4 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Karma. How we calculate this →