Autoknowtive
Chevrolet Corvette
Chevrolet has built the Corvette since 1953. Autoknowtive’s catalog has 26 of them, from the 1953 Chevrolet Corvette C1 to the 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X. Body styles here: Convertible and Coupé. Sold new in North America, Europe and Asia.
- Built
- 1953–today
- Brand from
- USA
- Part of
- GM
- Body styles
- Convertible and Coupé
- Sold new in
- North America, Europe and Asia
- In the catalog
- 26 cars, 8 of them concepts
How it changed
Power went from 153 hp in the 1953 Corvette C1 to 1,079 hp in the 2026 Corvette ZR1X. It got heavier along the way: 1,293 kg for the 1953 car, 1,665 kg for the 2026. The most powerful here is the 2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray at 1,079 hp (805 kW), more than 98% of the cars in the catalog. Quickest from 0 to 62 mph: the 2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray, in 2.1 s.
Every Corvette in the catalog
1961 Chevrolet Corvette Mako Shark Concept
The XP-755 Mako Shark show car was designed by Larry Shinoda under the direction of GM Design head Bill Mitchell in 1961, as a concept for future Chevrolet Corvettes.
Text: press release via NetCarShow
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1963 Chevrolet Corvette C2
1968 Chevrolet Corvette C3
The Chevrolet Corvette C3 is a sports car patterned after Chevrolet's "Mako Shark" (designed by Larry Shinoda), produced between 1968 and 1982.
Text: press release via NetCarShow
Photo: NetCarShow
1983 Chevrolet Corvette C4
The Chevrolet Corvette C4 is a sports car introduced at the close of 1982 production as a 1984 model and ended in 1996, meaning that there's no such thing as a "1983 Corvette" (though 44 prototype 1983s were built, of which #23 surivives today and is housed at the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green).
Text: press release via NetCarShow
Photo: NetCarShow
1986 Chevrolet Corvette Indy Concept
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1990 Chevrolet Corvette CERV III Concept
In June 1985, Chevrolet Chief Engineer Don Runkle and Lotus' Tony Rudd discuss creating a new show car to show off their engineering expertise. The project would become the CERV III (Corporate Engineering Research Vehicle III).
Text: press release via NetCarShow
Photo: NetCarShow
1991 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray III Concept
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2002 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
The Chevrolet Corvette (C5) is the fifth generation of the Corvette sports car, manufactured and marketed by the Chevrolet division of General Motors for model years 1997 – 2004. Production variants included the high-performance Z06. Racing variants included the C5-R, a 24 Hours of Daytona and 24 Hours of Le Mans GTS/GT1 winner. The C5 Corvette was the first GM vehicle to feature the third generation small block "LS" engines, and the last generation Corvette with pop-up headlights.
Text: Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0
2003 Chevrolet Corvette
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2005 Chevrolet Corvette
Marking the sixth generation of its legacy, the 2005 Chevrolet Corvette C6 delivers more power, passion and precision to reach a new standard of performance car excellence.
Text: press release via NetCarShow
Photo: NetCarShow
2005 Chevrolet Corvette C6
The Chevrolet Corvette C6 is 5 inches (127 mm) shorter and about 1 inch (25 mm) narrower than its predecessor.
Text: press release via NetCarShow
Photo: NetCarShow
2006 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Model year 2006 will always be known as the year the 505-horsepower Chevrolet Corvette Z06 was let loose on the sports car world. With its 505-horsepower (377 kw) LS7 7.0L engine, racing-bred suspension, hydroformed aluminum frame and unique bodywork, the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 is the fastest, most technologically advanced production model in Corvette's 53-year history.
Text: press release via NetCarShow
Photo: NetCarShow
2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
Chevrolet officially announced the 2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 - an American supercar that brings the technology and engineering refinement of carbon-fiber, ceramics and electronics together in a distinctive design.
Text: press release via NetCarShow
Photo: NetCarShow
2010 Chevrolet Corvette Z06X Concept
Corvette is a mainstay on racing circuits ranging from LeMans to club racing. Chevrolet Corvette Z06X Concept suggests a new idea and components for transforming a production Corvette into a serious, closed-course track car.
Text: press release via NetCarShow
Photo: NetCarShow
2014 Chevrolet Corvette C7 Stingray
Chevrolet is redefining modern performance with the debut of the all-new Chevrolet Corvette C7 Stingray. And only a Corvette with the perfect balance of technology, design and performance can wear the iconic Stingray designation.
Text: press release via NetCarShow
Photo: NetCarShow
2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Convertible
The performance and technology introduced on the Corvette ZR1 coupe carry over to the new ZR1 convertible.
Text: press release via NetCarShow
Photo: NetCarShow
2020 Chevrolet Corvette C8 Stingray
Chevrolet Corvette C8 Stingray's exterior has a bold, futuristic expression with mid-engine exotic proportions, but it is still unmistakably Corvette.
Text: press release via NetCarShow
Photo: NetCarShow
2020 Chevrolet Corvette C8 Stingray Convertible
The mid-engine 2020 Corvette C8 Stingray was engineered first and foremost as a convertible. The convertible maintains the tunnel-dominant structure and use of high-integrity die-cast parts found in the Stingray coupe.
Text: press release via NetCarShow
Photo: NetCarShow
2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray
Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray's two driver-initiated electric modes enable the car to travel under electric propulsion in certain conditions.
Text: press release via NetCarShow
Photo: NetCarShow
2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray Convertible
A near immediate feeling of thrust from low-end torque is core to the Corvette driving experience, and the E-Ray packs plenty of it.
Text: press release via NetCarShow
Photo: NetCarShow
2025 Chevrolet Corvette CX Concept
CX concept is an all-wheel-drive electric supercar with a propulsion system worthy of the Corvette name.
Text: press release via NetCarShow
Photo: NetCarShow
2025 Chevrolet Corvette SoCal Concept
The California Corvette concept pays homage to Corvette's iconic heritage, but with a distinct SoCal flavor. For decades, GM has leveraged the Corvette nameplate to introduce concepts, experimental cars, and prototypes that push automotive design and engineering forward, and the California Corvette Concept continues this legacy.
Text: press release via NetCarShow
Photo: NetCarShow
2025 Chevrolet Corvette UK Concept
The Chevrolet Corvette (C8) is the eighth generation of the Corvette sports car manufactured by American automobile manufacturer Chevrolet. It is the first rear mid-engine Corvette, departing from the longstanding front mid-engine design used for the previous seven generations since its introduction in 1953.
Text: Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0
2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
Chevrolet Corvette ZR1's 5.5L, twin-turbo DOHC flat-plane crank LT7 engine is the result of engineering prowess and pushing the boundaries of what the engine architecture can do.
Text: press release via NetCarShow
Photo: NetCarShow
2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X
2026 Corvette ZR1X is the ultimate expression of the no-compromise eighth generation platform.
Text: press release via NetCarShow
Photo: NetCarShow
Specs side by side
| Car | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Weight | Engine | Drive | Gearbox | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1953 Corvette C1 | 153 hp (114 kW) | 223 lb-ft (302 Nm) | 11.5 s | — | 1,293 kg (2,851 lb) | 3.9 L inline-6 | Rear Wheel Drive | 3-Automatic speed | — |
| 1961 Corvette Mako Shark | 290 hp (216 kW) | 214 lb-ft (290 Nm) | 9.2 s | 103 mph (166 km/h) | 1,370 kg (3,020 lb) | 4.6 L V8 | Rear Wheel Drive | 3-speed manual | — |
| 1963 Corvette C2 | 304 hp (227 kW) | 360 lb-ft (488 Nm) | — | 147 mph (237 km/h) | 1,423 kg (3,137 lb) | 5.4 L V8 | Rear Wheel Drive | 3-speed manual | — |
| 1968 Corvette C3 | 429 hp (320 kW) | 468 lb-ft (635 Nm) | — | — | 1,460 kg (3,219 lb) | 7.0 L V8 | Rear Wheel Drive | 4-Speed manual | — |
| 1983 Corvette C4 | 305 hp (227 kW) | 330 lb-ft (447 Nm) | — | 150 mph (241 km/h) | 1,459 kg (3,217 lb) | 5.7 L V8 | Rear Wheel Drive | 5-Speed manual | — |
| 1986 Corvette Indy | 243 hp (181 kW) | 330 lb-ft (447 Nm) | 6.2 s | 143 mph (230 km/h) | 1,524 kg (3,360 lb) | 5.7 L V8 | Rear Wheel Drive | 4-Speed automatic | — |
| 1990 Corvette CERV III | 243 hp (181 kW) | 330 lb-ft (447 Nm) | 6.2 s | 143 mph (230 km/h) | 1,524 kg (3,360 lb) | 5.7 L V8 | Rear Wheel Drive | 4-Speed automatic | — |
| 1991 Corvette Sting Ray III | 243 hp (181 kW) | 330 lb-ft (447 Nm) | 6.2 s | 143 mph (230 km/h) | 1,524 kg (3,360 lb) | 5.7 L V8 | Rear Wheel Drive | 4-Speed automatic | — |
| 2002 Corvette Z06 | 355 hp (265 kW) | 375 lb-ft (508 Nm) | 4.7 s | 177 mph (285 km/h) | 1,456 kg (3,210 lb) | 5.7 L V8 | Rear Wheel Drive | 6-speed manual | 20 mpg |
| 2003 Corvette | 355 hp (265 kW) | 375 lb-ft (508 Nm) | 4.7 s | 177 mph (285 km/h) | 1,456 kg (3,210 lb) | 5.7 L V8 | Rear Wheel Drive | 6-speed manual | 20 mpg |
| 2005 Corvette | 436 hp (325 kW) | 424 lb-ft (575 Nm) | 4.4 s | 186 mph (299 km/h) | 1,461 kg (3,221 lb) | 6.0 L V8 | Rear Wheel Drive | 6-speed manual | 19 mpg |
| 2005 Corvette C6 | 436 hp (325 kW) | 424 lb-ft (575 Nm) | 4.4 s | 186 mph (299 km/h) | 1,461 kg (3,221 lb) | 6.0 L V8 | Rear Wheel Drive | 6-speed manual | 19 mpg |
| 2006 Corvette Z06 | 436 hp (325 kW) | 424 lb-ft (575 Nm) | 4.4 s | 186 mph (299 km/h) | 1,461 kg (3,221 lb) | 6.0 L V8 | Rear Wheel Drive | 6-speed manual | 19 mpg |
| 2009 Corvette ZR1 | 647 hp (482 kW) | 604 lb-ft (819 Nm) | 3.4 s | 205 mph (330 km/h) | 1,507 kg (3,322 lb) | 6.2 L V8 | Rear Wheel Drive | 6-speed manual | 19 mpg |
| 2010 Corvette Z06X | 647 hp (482 kW) | 604 lb-ft (819 Nm) | 3.4 s | 205 mph (330 km/h) | 1,507 kg (3,322 lb) | 6.2 L V8 | Rear Wheel Drive | 6-speed manual | — |
| 2014 Corvette C7 Stingray | 659 hp (491 kW) | 650 lb-ft (881 Nm) | 3.7 s | 196 mph (315 km/h) | 1,598 kg (3,523 lb) | 6.2 L V8 | Rear Wheel Drive | 8-speed automatic | 21 mpg |
| 2019 Corvette ZR1 Convertible | 766 hp (571 kW) | 715 lb-ft (969 Nm) | — | — | 1,614 kg (3,558 lb) | 6.2 L V8 | Rear Wheel Drive | 8-speed automatic | 19 mpg |
| 2020 Corvette C8 Stingray | 766 hp (571 kW) | 715 lb-ft (969 Nm) | — | — | 1,614 kg (3,558 lb) | 6.2 L V8 | Rear Wheel Drive | 8-speed automatic | 19 mpg |
| 2020 Corvette C8 Stingray Convertible | 766 hp (571 kW) | 715 lb-ft (969 Nm) | — | — | 1,614 kg (3,558 lb) | 6.2 L V8 | Rear Wheel Drive | 8-speed automatic | 19 mpg |
| 2024 Corvette E-Ray | 1,079 hp (805 kW) | 828 lb-ft (1,123 Nm) | 2.1 s | 215 mph (346 km/h) | 1,665 kg (3,671 lb) | 5.5 L V8 | All Wheel Drive | 8-speed automatic DCT | 19 mpg |
| 2024 Corvette E-Ray Convertible | 1,079 hp (805 kW) | 828 lb-ft (1,123 Nm) | 2.1 s | 215 mph (346 km/h) | 1,665 kg (3,671 lb) | 5.5 L V8 | All Wheel Drive | 8-speed automatic DCT | 19 mpg |
| 2025 Corvette CX | 1,079 hp (805 kW) | 828 lb-ft (1,123 Nm) | 2.1 s | 215 mph (346 km/h) | 1,665 kg (3,671 lb) | 5.5 L V8 | All Wheel Drive | 8-speed automatic DCT | — |
| 2025 Corvette SoCal | 1,079 hp (805 kW) | 828 lb-ft (1,123 Nm) | 2.1 s | 215 mph (346 km/h) | 1,665 kg (3,671 lb) | 5.5 L V8 | All Wheel Drive | 8-speed automatic DCT | — |
| 2025 Corvette UK | 1,079 hp (805 kW) | 828 lb-ft (1,123 Nm) | 2.1 s | 215 mph (346 km/h) | 1,665 kg (3,671 lb) | 5.5 L V8 | All Wheel Drive | 8-speed automatic DCT | — |
| 2025 Corvette ZR1 | 1,079 hp (805 kW) | 828 lb-ft (1,123 Nm) | 2.1 s | 215 mph (346 km/h) | 1,665 kg (3,671 lb) | 5.5 L V8 | All Wheel Drive | 8-speed automatic DCT | 14 mpg |
| 2026 Corvette ZR1X | 1,079 hp (805 kW) | 828 lb-ft (1,123 Nm) | 2.1 s | 215 mph (346 km/h) | 1,665 kg (3,671 lb) | 5.5 L V8 | All Wheel Drive | 8-speed automatic DCT | 14 mpg |
Power is the figure quoted for that version. Fuel economy is the best EPA combined rating, US models only.
Rivals
Cars from other brands in the same class, with similar power and from the same years:
- Aston Martin Valhalla
- Ford Mustang
- Aston Martin Vanquish
- Ferrari 12Cilindri
- Pagani Utopia
- Lamborghini Revuelto
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