Since its debut in the early 1950s, the Chevrolet Corvette has ruled the hearts of auto enthusiasts with its blistering speed and engaging driving dynamics. Rather than resting on its laurels, the legendary sports car continues to push the boundaries of performance and driving excitement for the 2025 model year. The latest Corvette delivers a thrilling driving experience with its power-packed engines, razor-sharp handling, and cutting-edge technologies. The new ZR1 trim is the fastest and most powerful Corvette ever built. Let’s take a closer look at the performance specifications and features of the 2025 Corvette.
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Engine Specifications
The 2025 Chevrolet Corvette has four variants, each with its own powertrain.
- The entry-level Corvette Stingray: Includes a 6.2-liter pushrod V-8 engine rated at 490 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque. If you want to increase the power to 495 horsepower, you can choose to upgrade to the dual-mode performance exhaust from the Z51 Performance Package.
- E-Ray: The first-ever hybrid powertrain in a Corvette. The hybrid system combines the Stingray’s 6.2-liter V-8 with a 160-horsepower electric motor to produce a combined 655 horsepower and 637 lb-ft of torque. The E-Ray also has a small 1.9-kWh battery that enables it to travel on electric power alone for short distances.
- Z06: This mid-engine C8 model uses a 5.5-liter flat-plane crank V-8 that serves up 670 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque, making it the most potent naturally aspirated Corvette.
- The new ZR1: This trim packs a beastly 5.5-liter twin-turbocharged flat-plane crank V-8 that puts out a mind-blowing 1,064 horsepower and 828 lb-ft of torque. As the most powerful V-8 ever produced in the U.S., this engine enables the ZR1 to challenge some of the fastest supercars in the world.
Acceleration and Top Speed
The 2025 Corvette will deliver an adrenaline-pumping driving experience regardless of which variant you choose. This Chevy model features potent engines, lightweight construction, and outstanding aerodynamics, significantly contributing to its incredible acceleration and high-speed stability.
Even the base Stingray is remarkably quick, needing only 2.9 seconds to sprint from zero to 60 mph and 11.2 seconds to complete a quarter-mile run. The E-Ray reduces the sprint time to an impressive 2.5 seconds and the quarter-mile time to a mere 10.5 seconds. Despite its higher horsepower rating, the Z06 is slightly slower than the hybrid model. It hits 60 mph in 2.6 seconds and the quarter-mile mark in 10.6 seconds.
Chevrolet has yet to release the official zero-to-60-mph time for the ZR1. However, the automaker estimates that the top-spec Corvette can dispatch the quarter mile in less than 10 seconds and reach a top speed of 215 mph.
Chevy carried over the 2025 Corvette’s Stingray, E-Ray, and Z06 variants from the previous year. As such, they’re similar to their predecessors in power and speed. The addition of the ZR1 gives the new Corvette an upper hand over the outgoing model.
Handling and Suspension
The 2025 Chevrolet Corvette comes with front and rear double-wishbone suspensions that team with large rear tires to balance its rear-biased weight. This results in excellent traction, predictable movements, and a flat attitude when the road gets twisty. The electric power steering is quick and responsive, making the car easy to maneuver in confined spaces and around turns.
The Z51 Performance Package is a must-have for those who enjoy spirited driving. It significantly sharpens the Stingray’s performance and handling with upgrades such as an electronic limited-slip differential, a performance exhaust, Brembo brakes, a performance axle ratio, and a firmer suspension.
The Corvette ZR1 has Magnetic Ride dampers to ensure optimal ride quality in varying driving conditions. Its standard chassis features a sleek and aerodynamic body and a small spoiler with adjustable short and tall wickers. It strikes the perfect balance between on-road comfort and track capability. With the optional ZTK Performance Package, the ZR1 can tackle the most demanding racetracks in the world. This package adds front underbody strakes for increased front downforce, front-drive planes, a high-downforce rear wing, and suspension tuning that incorporates stiffer springs.
Transmission and Drivetrain
Chevy fitted all 2025 Corvette models with a slick-shifting eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. There are two shift paddles on the steering wheel and a push-button gear selector on the center console for controlling the transmission. The ZR1 receives an upgraded eight-speed dual-clutch automatic with increased gear capacity, improved control valves, and final drive refinements to support the immense power of its monstrous engine.
Most Corvettes have a rear-wheel-drive system, which contributes to quicker acceleration and better handling and stability during high-speed maneuvers. The hybrid E-Ray has a gasoline engine that drives the rear wheels and an electric motor on the front axle, creating an all-wheel-drive setup.
Performance Technologies
Apart from refined and potent powertrains, the 2025 Corvette boasts an array of advanced performance technologies that make it a genuinely state-of-the-art machine. These technologies include an electronic limited-slip differential for enhanced traction and stability in challenging situations and customizable drive modes that allow you to tailor the driving dynamics based on road conditions and personal preferences. There’s also a performance data recorder that captures your driving moves, allowing you to share your on-track heroics and sharpen your driving skills.
Experience the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette Firsthand in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
With its unmatched power, precision handling, and state-of-the-art technologies, the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette is undoubtedly a formidable entry in the sports car segment. If you live in the Baton Rouge area, you can check out this excellent car in person at our Gerry Lane Chevrolet dealership. Our devoted team of auto experts can answer any questions about the latest Corvette and help you choose a model that fits your budget and lifestyle. Additionally, we offer competitive auto financing rates and fantastic promotions to ensure you’ll drive away with an unbeatable deal. Contact us today to schedule a test drive.
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