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 hp
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- 14 - 19.4 mpg
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- 3,662 - 4,074 lbs
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- 9 - 12.6 ft3
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 hp 6.2 L V8 gasoline engine to a 1,250 hp 5.5 L V8 Bi-Turbo mild hybrid gasoline 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 hp and a power/weight ratio of 3.44 lb/hp 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 12.6 cubic feet of cargo.