2020-present Corvette OverviewChevrolet Corvette Overview (2020 - present)
C8
Tech Specs Summary
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- 180 - 233 mph
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- 2.0 - 3.0 seconds
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- 495 - 1,250 BHP
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- 16.8 - 23.3 mpg
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- 1,661 - 1,848 kg
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- 255 - 357 L
This generation of the Chevrolet Corvette (C8) is produced by the American manufacturer Chevrolet and started production in 2020. It's a rear mid engined Targa Top with either rear-wheel drive or rear-biased four-wheel drive. There are five power levels available, ranging from a 495 BHP 6.2 L V8 petrol engine to a 1,250 BHP 5.5 L V8 Bi-Turbo mild hybrid petrol engine. It has double wishbone suspension front and rear.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Corvette is the Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 which scores 4.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 1,064 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 639 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 233 mph and gets to 62 mph in 2.4 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Chevrolet Corvette Stingray is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.1★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 358 miles and can store 357 litres of cargo.