Overview
The Karma GSe-6 is a hand-assembled California luxury PHEV — one of the most exclusive American vehicles in production. Built in Moreno Valley, CA by Karma Automotive (owned by Wanxiang Group).
Karma produces fewer than 500 vehicles per year globally, making every GSe-6 genuinely rare.
2026 Trims & Pricing
The Karma GSe-6 is produced in limited numbers in Moreno Valley, California.
Full Specs
| Spec | GSe-6 |
|---|---|
| Price | $79,900 |
| System HP | 285 hp |
| EV Range | 80 miles |
| Drive | RWD |
| Powertrain | Series PHEV |
| Assembly | Moreno Valley, CA |
PHEV Powertrain
The Karma GSe-6 uses a series PHEV architecture where electric motors drive the rear wheels and a gasoline engine acts as range-extender. Pure EV operation for 80 miles of daily driving.
Electric motors drive the wheels at all times — the gasoline engine only generates electricity. This provides a true EV driving feel even beyond battery range.
Luxury Interior
Hand-stitched leather, premium audio, ambient lighting, and a solar panel roof (on select models) distinguish the Karma interior.
Each Karma is assembled by skilled craftspeople in Moreno Valley, CA — individual attention not possible in mass production.
California Heritage
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One of the few luxury vehicles assembled in California.
Reliability
Very limited production volume — reliability data is sparse. Hand-assembly quality generally high.
| Area | Rating | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHEV System | ★★★☆☆ | Limited Data | Low production volume |
| Build Quality | ★★★★☆ | Good | Hand-assembled quality generally high |
| Overall | ★★★☆☆ | Limited Data | Boutique manufacturer |
Check Consumer Reports and NHTSA for the specific model year you consider.
Recalls
No active NHTSA recalls as of March 2026. Verify at nhtsa.gov/recalls with your VIN.
Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls with your 17-digit VIN.
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Pros & Cons
✓ Hand-assembled California luxury
✓ 80-mile EV range covers daily use
✓ 285 hp PHEV system
✓ Extreme exclusivity and unique design
✓ 80-mile EV range — longest in Karma lineup
✓ Most accessible entry point to Karma brand
✗ Very expensive for a small brand
✗ Service network extremely limited
✗ Thin resale market
✗ Wanxiang Group ownership may concern some
✗ 285 hp modest vs similarly-priced alternatives
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