DecodedCars2020 Karma Revero
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2020 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
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- Plug-in hybrid version availableOffered as a plug-in hybrid as well as gas.
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 3 similar 2020 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2020 Karma Revero 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), 14% better than the 2020 subcompact car average of 22.9 MPG, for an estimated $3,150 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 1 recall campaign on file.
What changed for 2020
- Engine added: 1.5L 3-cyl turbo
- Engine dropped: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Best combined MPG up from 20 to 26
Compared with 2019; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2019 Revero →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revero GT (21-inch wheels) Plug-in Hybrid | 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic (A1) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 27 / 25 / 26 | +14% | $3,150 | 70 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2020 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2020 Karma Revero.
Similar 2020 subcompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Karma Revero (this car) | 26 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2020 Nissan GT-R | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2020 Chevrolet Spark | 33 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2020 Toyota Mirai | – | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (1)
Exterior Lighting › Turn Signal · May 29, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V379000 · 269 vehicles
- Problem
- Karma Automotive (Karma) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Revero GS-6, Revero GS-6s, Revero GS-6L, Revero GTS, and Revero GT vehicles. A communication error with the vehicle control module (VCM) may cause the front turn signals to fail intermittently. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associate Equipment."
- Risk
- Turn signals that do not function properly may fail to indicate the driver's intention to change vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will install new headlights with updated software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2025. Owners may contact Karma customer service at 1-855-288-6109.
Not every 2020 Karma Revero is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2020 Karma Revero in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2020 Karma Revero buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall 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 2020 Karma Revero. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Revero years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Revero | 20 | – | Not rated | 0 | 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 →