Summary
This car was certainly the talk of the town in 2013. It was a fixture in even the smallest and remotest auto shows across North America. Initially launched as a concept vehicle at the 2008 Detroit Auto Show, it has definitely come a long way. Brainchild of former Aston Martin designer Henri Fisker, this plug-in hybrid luxury sports sedan has a cast of high-profile backers, including former Chrysler president Tom Lasorda, who was appointed CEO, as well as Leonardo DiCaprio, who has invested heavily in the company as is also an unofficial spokesperson for the brand. This Finnish car has certainly created a buzz in the luxury-car market.
Pros
Unique, graceful silhouette, use of recycled materials, total peace of mind as an internal combustion engine drives an electric generator, thus providing exceptional autonomy.
Cons
Touch-screen easily obscured by sunlight, poor visibility, tiny trunk.
Price
The 'Guide de l'auto' price index ranges between $106,850 to $120,000.
Fuel Economy
The EPA rating stands at 4.3 L/100km. There is no difference between city and highway ratings as the gasoline engine is only used to power the electric motors.
New and Improved
This is a new model.
Exterior Styling
Deliciously curvy and racy, there is no denying its exotic car pretentions. The diamond-shaped headlights perfectly espouse the curvaceous fenders. The 'bimmer-type' twin grilles are mounted over aggressive air intake openings. The front end swoops gracefully up towards its dramatic roofline, in Porsche Panamera like fashion, and then gently descends to blend into the elegant rear end.
Gas engine exhaust pipes are cleverly hidden behind the front wheels.
Cargo Capacity
The tiny trunk has only 195 litres of available space, insufficient for even the smallest golf bag.
Drivetrain
A turbocharged 2.0 litre 4-cylinder engine that produces 260 hp powers two 201.5 hp electric motors, for a combined 403 hp. Power is delivered through a single-ratio transmission with limited slip differential.
Hybrid system: series hybrid (like the Chevrolet Volt)
Safety
Anti-lock braking system with brake assist and electronic stability program.
Lateral collision test score: NA
Frontal collision test score: NA
Airbags: 8
Comparable Models
Tesla X et Tesla S, Porsche Panamera hybrid
Références :
L'Annuel de l'automobile 2013
Le Guide de l'auto 2013 (www.guideautoweb.com)
This car was certainly the talk of the town in 2013. It was a fixture in even the smallest and remotest auto shows across North America. Initially launched as a concept vehicle at the 2008 Detroit Auto Show, it has definitely come a long way. Brainchild of former Aston Martin designer Henri Fisker, this plug-in hybrid luxury sports sedan has a cast of high-profile backers, including former Chrysler president Tom Lasorda, who was appointed CEO, as well as Leonardo DiCaprio, who has invested heavily in the company as is also an unofficial spokesperson for the brand. This Finnish car has certainly created a buzz in the luxury-car market.
Pros
Unique, graceful silhouette, use of recycled materials, total peace of mind as an internal combustion engine drives an electric generator, thus providing exceptional autonomy.
Cons
Touch-screen easily obscured by sunlight, poor visibility, tiny trunk.
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| Photo: Fisker |
Price
The 'Guide de l'auto' price index ranges between $106,850 to $120,000.
Fuel Economy
The EPA rating stands at 4.3 L/100km. There is no difference between city and highway ratings as the gasoline engine is only used to power the electric motors.
New and Improved
This is a new model.
Exterior Styling
Deliciously curvy and racy, there is no denying its exotic car pretentions. The diamond-shaped headlights perfectly espouse the curvaceous fenders. The 'bimmer-type' twin grilles are mounted over aggressive air intake openings. The front end swoops gracefully up towards its dramatic roofline, in Porsche Panamera like fashion, and then gently descends to blend into the elegant rear end.
Gas engine exhaust pipes are cleverly hidden behind the front wheels.
Cargo Capacity
The tiny trunk has only 195 litres of available space, insufficient for even the smallest golf bag.
Drivetrain
A turbocharged 2.0 litre 4-cylinder engine that produces 260 hp powers two 201.5 hp electric motors, for a combined 403 hp. Power is delivered through a single-ratio transmission with limited slip differential.
Hybrid system: series hybrid (like the Chevrolet Volt)
Safety
Anti-lock braking system with brake assist and electronic stability program.
Lateral collision test score: NA
Frontal collision test score: NA
Airbags: 8
Comparable Models
Tesla X et Tesla S, Porsche Panamera hybrid
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| Photo: Fisker |
Références :
L'Annuel de l'automobile 2013
Le Guide de l'auto 2013 (www.guideautoweb.com)