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Chevrolet Corvette C8

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Product Overview

Chevrolet Corvette C8 Convertible is a mid-size convertible sports car in production from 2020. It is available with a range of V8 engines that displaced 5.5 to 6.2 liters.
Whereas the standard C8 Corvette is a targa top, the Convertible has a conventional folding hard top that offers more exposure to the environments while motoring. This classic top down experience is treasured by many but not desired by those who pursue the ultimate performance. In either way, the fact that the car has a hard top when most of hardtop convertibles of the past have been succeeded by soft tops is a win for GM.
Drivers who appreciate handling will be pleased to know that the Chevrolet Corvette Convertible (C8) comes with double-wishbone suspensions at all four corners. This provides the good cornering performance and durability, though multi-link tends to be more tunable.

Ratings

What we found

Neofiliac score 95%
Pros
  • Great handling characteristics
  • Supercar-like performance in an affordable package
  • Small block V8
  • Glorious 8600rpm redline
Cons
  • Average styling for its class

What external reviewers found

External score 85%
Pros
  • Superb V8 performance
  • Excellent infotainment system
Cons
  • Not as fast as rivals
  • No manual gearbox

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Specifications

Stingray 482Stingray 495Z06

Capacity

Cargo Capacity357 L / 12.6 cu-ft
Coolant Capacity21.8 L / 23.0 qt
Engine Oil Capacity7.1 L / 7.5 qt7.1 L / 7.5 qt7.6 L / 8.0 qt
Fuel Capacity70.0 L / 18.5 gal
Passengers2
Payload205 kg / 452 lbs

Chassis

Brakes | FrontVentilated discs, 345x30 mmVentilated discs, 321 mmVentilated discs, 370x34 mm
Brakes | RearVentilated discs, 350x27 mmVentilated discs, 339 mmVentilated discs, 380x34 mm
Offroad | Approach Angle8.0 deg
Offroad | Departure Angle13.8 deg
Power SteeringElectric Steering
Suspension | FrontDouble-wishbone
Suspension | RearDouble-wishbone
Tire SizeFront wheel tires: 245/35 R19 Rear wheel tires: 305/30 R20Front wheel tires: 245/35 ZR19 Rear wheel tires: 305/30 ZR20Front wheel tires: 275/30 R20 Rear wheel tires: 345/25 R21
Turning Circle11.6 m / 38.0 ft

Construction

Body Style2-door Convertible

Dimensions

Ground Clearance81 mm / 3.2 in
Size | Height1234 mm / 48.6 in1234 mm / 48.6 in1235 mm / 48.6 in
Size | Length4634 mm / 182.4 in4630 mm / 182.3 in4688 mm / 184.6 in
Size | Width1934 mm / 76.1 in1934 mm / 76.1 in2025 mm / 79.7 in
Track Width | Front1647.0 mm / 64.8 in1648.0 mm / 64.9 in1685.0 mm / 66.3 in
Track Width | Rear1590.0 mm / 62.6 in1586.0 mm / 62.4 in1678.0 mm / 66.1 in
Weight1767.0 kg / 3895.6 lbs1530.0 kg / 3373.1 lbs1561.0 kg / 3441.4 lbs
Wheel SizeFront wheel rims: 8.5J x 19 Rear wheel rims: 11J x 20
Wheelbase2722 mm / 107.2 in

Performance

Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h3.5 sec
Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph3.3 sec3.3 sec2.6 sec
CO2 Emission277 g/km
Fuel Economy12.1 L/100km / 19.4 MPG (combined)
Top Speed296.0 km/h / 183.9 mph

Powertrain

Drivetrain LayoutMid-engine (longitudinal), Rear-wheel drive
Emission StandardEuro 6d
EngineLT2LT2LT6
Engine | Bore103.2 mm / 4.1 in103.2 mm / 4.1 in104.2 mm / 4.1 in
Engine | Compression Ratio11.5:111.5:112.5:1
Engine | Displacement6.2 L / 376.0 cu-in / 6162.0 cc6.2 L / 376.0 cu-in / 6162.0 cc5.5 L / 333.4 cu-in / 5463.0 cc
Engine | Power482.0 hp / 359.4 kW @ 6450 rpm495.0 hp / 369.1 kW @ 6450 rpm670.0 hp / 499.6 kW @ 8400 rpm
Engine | Redline6600 rpm6600 rpm8600 rpm
Engine | Specific Output78.2 hp/L / 1.3 hp/cu-in80.3 hp/L / 1.3 hp/cu-in122.6 hp/L / 2.0 hp/cu-in
Engine | Stroke92.0 mm / 3.6 in92.0 mm / 3.6 in80.0 mm / 3.1 in
Engine | Torque613 Nm / 452.1 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm637 Nm / 469.8 lb-ft @ 5150 rpm623 Nm / 459.5 lb-ft @ 6300 rpm
Engine | TypeNaturally-aspirated direct-injected petrol V8 pushrod (OHV) engine with 2 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated direct-injected petrol V8 engine with 2 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated direct-injected petrol V8 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinder
Transmission | Gears8-speed
Transmission | TypeDCT / M1L

Production

Availability202020202022

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External Reviews

autoexpress[1]

Reviewer score 85% (normalized by Neofiliac)
Reviewers from autoexpress have found:
The first UK cars will be specified in to two trim levels; 2LT and 3LT. You can then add numerous options to improve the dynamics – such Chevrolet's excellent Magnetic Ride adaptive suspension for £1,920 – or to enhance the styling and interior spec. All UK Corvettes also get the ‘Z51 Performance Package', which includes beefier-than-normal Brembo brakes, a limited-slip differential and a sports exhaust system.
Pros
  • Superb V8 performance
  • Excellent infotainment system
Cons
  • No manual gearbox
  • Not as fast as rivals

References

  1. ^ New Chevrolet Corvette Convertible 2021 review. [autoexpress].

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