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Chevrolet's ZR1X is the Corvette's all-wheel-drive hybrid hypercar, combining a 5.5L twin-turbo V8 with a front electric motor for up to 1,250 hp. It posts extreme numbers (0–60 in about 1.68s, 8.7s quarter-mile) and a Nürburgring lap about 6:49, but extra mass keeps it only modestly quicker than the ZR1 on track; it's tuned for drivability and balance, with Endurance/Qualify modes and carbon-fiber options, at a base price around $212k.
The 2026 C8 lineup splits into the LT2-powered Stingray and the LT6-powered Z06. Stingray starts around $70k with 490 hp (495 hp with Z51) and 465 lb-ft, while the Z06 costs about $50k more and offers 670 hp, a 8,600 rpm redline, and a wider, more aero-focused chassis with bigger brakes. The Z06 also has a track-oriented suspension (Mag Ride FE6 standard, FE7 optional) and a center-exit quad exhaust, along with a more aggressive styling package, whereas the Stingray remains cheaper with more trim/options variety. Both use an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission, but the Z06 features a shorter final drive and extra clutch for sharper response.
KBB estimates the 2021 Corvette Stingray’s five-year resale value at about $53,600 in January 2026, roughly 12% below its $60,995 original price, signaling strong value retention for a sports car. Industry estimates vary widely: CarEdge foresees up to 44% depreciation for a new Corvette over five years, while iSeeCars puts traditional gas coupes at ~26% and convertibles up to 36%. Among rivals, the Porsche 911 holds value best (about 0.15% depreciation), with Lexus LC (~37%) and Audi R8 (~16%) showing different resale performance.
GM's electrified Corvette ZR1X reportedly rips from 0 to 60 mph in 1.68 seconds and runs a sub-9-second quarter mile (8.675 seconds at about 159.6 mph) on a prepped drag strip, using stock components and launch control. The run comes with caveats about surface prep, and GM notes the ZR1X also achieves 1.89 seconds to 60 with the ZTK aero on unprepared tracks; starting at $209,700, it positions the American car against Rimac Nevera and other top accelerators as a new performance benchmark.
After a late-2025 surge on Bring a Trailer, Corvette ZR1 prices have cooled: near-new examples still command premium, but the top-end bids have faded from the $300k+ peaks to roughly $230k–$266k recently, with some high-dollar listings failing to meet reserves. A key wrinkle is Chevrolet’s warranty policy, which voids factory coverage on ZR1s resold within 12 months, prompting buyers to wait for a fresh build to preserve warranty and signaling a possible market top as demand eases.
A General Motors employee bought a new Corvette and attempted to sell it after driving just 2,400 miles, with the highest bid reaching a significant amount, highlighting the car's desirability and the secondary market activity.
The Corvette CX concept, unveiled during Monterey Car Week, showcases a futuristic, electric hypercar design with 2,000 horsepower, advanced aerodynamics, and motorsport-inspired features, representing Chevrolet's vision for the future of America's iconic sports car.
Chevrolet has unveiled two new Corvette concept cars, the CX and CX.R Vision Gran Turismo, showcasing future electric and race-ready designs that will be playable in 'Gran Turismo 7,' highlighting Chevrolet's vision for the Corvette's future with advanced aerodynamics, high performance, and innovative design features.
In a U-Drag Race comparison, the base Corvette outperformed the Ford Mustang Dark Horse in acceleration, handling, and braking, despite similar power outputs, with the Corvette being faster in all aspects and costing significantly more. The test highlights the Corvette's superior mid-engine design over the front-engine Mustang.
Chevrolet has unveiled the ZR1X, a high-performance hybrid hypercar with 1,250 horsepower, advanced carbon-ceramic brakes, and impressive handling capabilities, aiming to compete with luxury brands at a potentially lower cost, despite engineering challenges.
General Motors has unveiled the 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X, a high-performance hybrid hypercar capable of 0-60 mph in under two seconds, with a top speed of 233 mph, featuring a twin-turbo V-8 and electric all-wheel drive, expanding the Corvette lineup to five models.
Chevrolet is set to reveal a new high-performance Corvette on June 17th, possibly a Zora model, with speculation about it being a hybrid or electric vehicle, following the recent ZR1's release. The teaser hints at a powerful, possibly all-wheel-drive vehicle, but details remain under wraps until the reveal.
Chevrolet has announced the upcoming debut of the ZR1 variant of the C8 Corvette, expected to be the most powerful 'Vette yet, with over 800 horsepower. The ZR1 will be the third variant of the eighth-generation Corvette and is anticipated to be the most expensive model in the lineup.
An 18-year-old woman, Rachel Berg, faces a manslaughter charge after allegedly driving her Corvette at 155 mph and killing Michael Clark, a former police officer and father of two, who was riding his motorcycle. Berg tried to perform CPR on the fallen biker but he died at the scene. Clark's wife is seeking justice for her husband, describing him as a man of service who loved being a father and husband. She emphasized the devastating impact of reckless decisions, highlighting the real devastation and the challenge of moving forward for the affected families.
An 18-year-old woman driving a Corvette was allegedly going 155 mph when she struck and killed a motorcyclist on the U.S. 60 near Dobson Road in Mesa, Arizona. The motorcyclist, identified as 46-year-old Michael Clark, was a veteran and former police officer. The driver, Rachel Berg, attempted CPR after the crash but Clark was pronounced dead at the scene. Berg has been arrested and charged with manslaughter, with court documents indicating her speed at 155 mph five seconds before the collision and 87 mph at the time of the collision.