C8 Corvette (2020–Present): Specs, Price, Problems & Best Years
By CarWhere Research · Updated
The C8 is the first mid-engine Corvette, sold from the 2020 model year. Chevrolet priced the 2020 Stingray from $59,995 including destination with a 490-hp 6.2L V8. For 2027 the lineup runs from the 535-hp LS6 Stingray at $71,300 to the 1,250-hp hybrid ZR1X at $227,800, per chevrolet.com.[1][7]
C8 Corvette trims, engines & horsepower
Manufacturer ratings. A dash means no source we could verify publishes the figure.
| Model / variant | Years | Engine | Horsepower | Torque | Transmission |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stingray (LT2)Z51 Performance Package priced at $5,000 at launch; 194-mph top track speed quoted for 2020. | 2020–2026 | 6.2L LT2 V8 | 490 hp (495 hp with performance exhaust, included in Z51)[7][8] | 465 lb-ft (470 lb-ft with performance exhaust) | 8-speed dual-clutch |
| Stingray (LS6)GM says a 2027 Stingray 1LT without Z51 topped 200 mph in a validated run. | 2027 | 6.7L LS6 V8 | 535 hp[2][17][19] | 520 lb-ft | 8-speed dual-clutch |
| Grand SportRear-wheel drive; standard Magnetic Ride Control; Z52 Sport and Track Performance packages available. | 2027 | 6.7L LS6 V8 | 535 hp[17] | 520 lb-ft | 8-speed dual-clutch |
| Grand Sport XUses the front-axle motor and battery from the ZR1X. | 2027 | 6.7L LS6 V8 + front electric motor (eAWD) | 721 hp combined (535 V8 + 186 electric)[3][17][18] | 665 lb-ft combined | 8-speed dual-clutch |
| Z068,600-rpm redline; 195-mph top speed with the Z07 package per Chevrolet. | 2023–present | 5.5L LT6 flat-plane-crank V8 | 670 hp @ 8,400 rpm[4][9] | 460 lb-ft @ 6,300 rpm | 8-speed dual-clutch |
| E-RayFirst all-wheel-drive Corvette; 1.9 kWh battery, no plug-in charging. | 2024–2026 | 6.2L LT2 V8 + front electric motor (eAWD) | 655 hp combined (495 V8 + 160 electric)[10][20] | 470 lb-ft (V8) + 125 lb-ft (front motor) | 8-speed dual-clutch |
| ZR1233 mph on track with the ZTK package per Chevrolet. | 2025–present | Twin-turbo 5.5L LT7 flat-plane-crank V8 | 1,064 hp @ 7,000 rpm[5][12] | 828 lb-ft @ 6,000 rpm | 8-speed dual-clutch |
| ZR1XProduction began December 2025. | 2026–present | Twin-turbo 5.5L LT7 V8 + front electric motor (eAWD) | 1,250 hp combined (1,064 V8 + 186 electric)[14][16][18] | 973 lb-ft combined | 8-speed dual-clutch |
C8 Corvette original MSRP by year
Base price when new, as published by the manufacturer — not today's value.
| Model year | Model / body | Original MSRP | Destination | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Stingray 1LT coupe | $59,995[7] | $1,095 | Includes $1,095 destination |
| 2020 | Stingray 2LT coupe | $67,295[7] | $1,095 | Includes destination |
| 2020 | Stingray 3LT coupe | $71,945[7] | $1,095 | Includes destination |
| 2021 | Stingray coupe | — | — | No GM pricing release found |
| 2022 | Stingray coupe | $62,195[8] | — | Includes destination |
| 2022 | Stingray convertible | $69,695[8] | — | Includes destination |
| 2023 | Stingray coupe | — | — | No GM pricing release found |
| 2023 | Z06 coupe | — | — | No GM pricing release found |
| 2024 | Stingray | $69,995[11] | — | Starting MSRP; GM footnote does not say whether destination is included |
| 2024 | E-Ray 1LZ coupe | $104,295[10][11] | — | Price at the January 2023 reveal; GM quoted $106,495 in December 2023 |
| 2024 | E-Ray 1LZ convertible | $111,295[10] | — | Price at the January 2023 reveal |
| 2025 | Stingray coupe | — | — | No GM pricing release found |
| 2025 | ZR1 1LZ coupe | $174,995[12] | $1,695 | Includes $1,695 destination |
| 2025 | ZR1 1LZ convertible | $184,995[12] | $1,695 | Includes destination |
| 2025 | ZR1 3LZ coupe | $185,995[12] | $1,695 | Includes destination |
| 2025 | ZR1 3LZ convertible | $195,995[12] | $1,695 | Includes destination |
| 2026 | E-Ray | $111,095[20] | — | Includes destination (GM, September 2026) |
| 2026 | ZR1X 1LZ coupe | $207,395[15][20] | $1,995 | Includes $1,995 destination at the August 2025 announcement; GM listed $227,500 incl. destination in September 2026 |
| 2026 | ZR1X 1LZ convertible | $217,395[15] | $1,995 | Includes destination |
| 2027 | Stingray 1LT | $71,300[2][19] | — | chevrolet.com starting price; GM News quoted $73,495 in June 2026. Neither states destination treatment |
| 2027 | Stingray 2LT | $78,400[2] | — | |
| 2027 | Stingray 3LT | $83,050[2] | — | |
| 2027 | Grand Sport | $86,300[1] | — | |
| 2027 | Grand Sport X 1LT | $110,000[3] | — | |
| 2027 | Z06 1LZ | $121,800[4] | — | |
| 2027 | ZR1 1LZ | $198,000[5] | — | |
| 2027 | ZR1X 1LZ | $227,800[6] | — |
Original manufacturer prices from GM releases and chevrolet.com (2027 prices read November 5, 2026). Some GM figures include destination and some do not; each row says which when the source does. Taxes, dealer fees and options are extra.
2027 C8 lineup and starting prices
For 2027 Chevrolet sells six C8 models. The Stingray, Grand Sport and Grand Sport X now share the 6.7L LS6 V8, which replaces the 6.2L LT2 used from 2020 through 2026. The E-Ray is not in the 2027 lineup on chevrolet.com, and the Grand Sport X is now the hybrid all-wheel-drive model built on the LS6.
Stingray, Grand Sport, Grand Sport X and Z06 come in three equipment levels; ZR1 and ZR1X come in two. Every model is offered as a coupe or a convertible.
| 2027 model / trim | Starting price | Horsepower |
|---|---|---|
| Stingray 1LT / 2LT / 3LT | $71,300 / $78,400 / $83,050 | 535 |
| Grand Sport | $86,300 | 535 |
| Grand Sport X 1LT / 2LT / 3LT | $110,000 / $115,500 / $120,650 | 721 combined |
| Z06 1LZ / 2LZ / 3LZ | $121,800 / $130,700 / $135,350 | 670 |
| ZR1 1LZ / 3LZ | $198,000 / $209,000 | 1,064 |
| ZR1X 1LZ / 3LZ | $227,800 / $238,800 | 1,250 combined |
Specs: 0–60, quarter mile and top speed
Chevrolet's own acceleration claims for the 2027 models are below. They assume the best available package and a closed course. GM quoted 2.9 seconds to 60 mph for the 2022 LT2 Stingray with Z51.
| Model | 0–60 mph | Quarter mile | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stingray (2027, Z51) | 2.8 s | 11.0 s @ 124 mph | 200 mph |
| Grand Sport (2027) | 2.75 s | 10.95 s @ 124 mph | — |
| Grand Sport X (2027) | 2.4 s | 10.4 s @ 131 mph | — |
| E-Ray (2024–2026) | 2.5 s | 10.5 s @ 130 mph | — |
| Z06 (Z07) | 2.6 s | 10.6 s @ 131 mph | 195 mph |
| ZR1 (ZTK) | 2.3 s | 9.6 s @ 150 mph | 233 mph |
| ZR1X (ZTK) | 1.89 s | 8.99 s @ 157 mph | 233 mph |
Fuel economy (EPA)
EPA ratings from fueleconomy.gov, in miles per gallon city / highway / combined. All C8 models are rated on premium fuel except one 2023 Stingray record, which lists regular.
| Model and years | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stingray 6.2L, 2020–2021 | 15 | 27 | 19 |
| Stingray 6.2L, 2022–2023 | 16 | 24 | 19 |
| Stingray 6.2L, 2024–2026 | 16 | 25 | 19 |
| Stingray 6.7L, 2027 | 15 | 25 | 18 |
| Grand Sport, 2027 | 15 | 23 | 17 |
| Grand Sport X, 2027 | 15 | 24 | 18 |
| E-Ray, 2024–2026 | 16 | 24 | 19 |
| Z06, 2026–2027 | 12 | 21 | 15 |
| ZR1, 2025–2027 | 12 | 18 | 14 |
| ZR1X, 2026–2027 | 12 | 19 | 14 |
Sources: [21]
What changed year by year
The main changes buyers can see on the window sticker are listed here, by model year.
- 2020: Mid-engine Stingray launches with the 490-hp LT2 V8 and an 8-speed dual-clutch; coupe from $59,995 including destination.
- 2022: LT2 gets an upgraded direct-injection system and wider Active Fuel Management range; output unchanged at 490/495 hp.
- 2023: Z06 arrives with the 670-hp naturally aspirated LT6 V8.
- 2024: E-Ray adds the first all-wheel-drive Corvette (655 hp combined).
- 2025: ZR1 returns with the 1,064-hp twin-turbo LT7.
- 2026: Every model gets a redesigned cockpit with 12.7-inch, 14-inch and 6.6-inch screens; the 1,250-hp ZR1X joins.
- 2027: 6.7L LS6 V8 (535 hp) replaces the LT2; Grand Sport and Grand Sport X join; the E-Ray leaves the lineup.[1][7][8][9][10][12][13][14][17]
C8 Corvette problems & recalls
Front trunk release and latch (2020) (2020)
Two 2020 recalls cover the front trunk: the inside release button could stop working after the car sat for ten minutes (20V461000), and the car could be driven with the front trunk lid unlatched despite warnings (20V489000).[22]
Seat belt retractors (2020, 2024–2025)
A small 2020 campaign covered driver belt retractors that might not lock in a crash (20V581000). For 2024–2025, retractors could lock in the stowed position and leave a belt out of reach (24V418000).[22]
Fuel spill during refueling (2023–2026)
Cars with a left-side radiator/fan combination can spill excess fuel into the filler pocket while refueling, where it can reach an ignition source (25V536000).[22]
| Campaign | Date | Model years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20V461000 | 2020-08-06 | 2020 | Electrical system | Front trunk interior release button may not work after the car has been off for ten minutes (FMVSS 401). (5,141 vehicles potentially affected)[22] |
| 20V489000 | 2020-08-18 | 2020 | Electrical system | Car can be driven with the front trunk lid unlatched despite visual and audible warnings. (7,071 vehicles potentially affected)[22] |
| 20V581000 | 2020-09-24 | 2020 | Seat belts | Driver seat belt retractor may not lock during a crash. (5 vehicles potentially affected)[22] |
| 20V588000 | 2020-09-24 | 2020 | Service brakes | Contaminated sensor connection in the electronic brake boost system can interrupt communication with the brake boost. Count covers all GM models in the campaign. (3,677 vehicles potentially affected)[22] |
| 21V421000 | 2021-06-10 | 2021 | Air bags | Gateway module may mishandle lost communication with the air bag sensing module, so the air bag warning light may not illuminate consistently. Count covers all GM models in the campaign. (285,622 vehicles potentially affected)[22] |
| 22V091000 | 2022-02-17 | 2021–2022 | Power train | Rear half-shaft assemblies may be missing ball bearings, which can cause a loss of drive power. (22 vehicles potentially affected)[22] |
| 24V418000 | 2024-06-06 | 2024–2025 | Seat belts | Driver and/or passenger seat belt retractors may lock in the stowed position and become inaccessible. (13,464 vehicles potentially affected)[22] |
| 25V536000 | 2025-08-21 | 2023–2026 | Fuel system | On cars with a left-side radiator/fan combination, excess fuel may spill into the filler pocket during refueling and reach an ignition source. (23,656 vehicles potentially affected)[22] |
| 26V114000 | 2026-02-26 | 2026 | Equipment | Radio may not have been set to download the electronic owner's manual (FMVSS 208). Names 2026 Corvette Coupe, Convertible and E-Ray Convertible; count covers all GM models in the campaign. (5,861 vehicles potentially affected)[22] |
| 26V213000 | 2026-04-02 | 2025–2026 | Exterior lighting | Software error may fail to detect a rear turn signal failure (FMVSS 108). Covers 2025–2026 Corvette, E-Ray and 2026 ZR1X. (32,988 vehicles potentially affected)[22] |
Campaigns from the NHTSA recalls dataset whose defect summary names 2020-or-later Corvettes. Two Corvette steering campaigns (19V086000, 25V175000) cover 2016–2018 C7 cars and are not listed here.
Check any specific car for open recalls by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Best and worst C8 Corvette years
Each call is tied to a documented fact — a mechanical change, a recall or a published rating — not opinion.
Launch year: four NHTSA recall campaigns name the 2020 Corvette (front trunk release, front trunk latch, brake boost sensor, seat belt retractor). Confirm each was completed.[22]
Recall 25V536000 (fuel spill into the filler pocket while refueling) covers 2023–2026 cars with a left-side radiator/fan; confirm the repair.[22]
Model-year complaint data across every Corvette: Corvette years to avoid.
What to check before buying a used C8 Corvette
- Run the VIN for open recalls. A 2020 car should show 20V461000, 20V489000, 20V588000 and (if included) 20V581000 as completed.
- On a 2023–2026 car, confirm recall 25V536000 (fuel spill while refueling) has been done.
- On a 2024–2025 car, pull both seat belts out fully and confirm recall 24V418000 is closed.
- On a 2025–2026 car, confirm the turn-signal software recall 26V213000 has been done.
- Confirm the engine: 2020–2026 Stingrays use the 6.2L LT2; 2027 Stingray, Grand Sport and Grand Sport X use the 6.7L LS6.
- Check the window sticker or factory build record for performance packages (Z51 on Stingray, Z07 on Z06, ZTK on ZR1/ZR1X); they change brakes, tires and top speed.
- Test the front trunk release and lid latch on 2020 cars, the subject of two recalls.
- On an E-Ray, ZR1X or Grand Sport X, start the car in Stealth mode and confirm it drives on electric power before the V8 starts.
- For a 2026-or-later interior, look for the 12.7-inch center display, 14-inch driver display and 6.6-inch side touchscreen.
C8 Corvette prices today
What CarWhere buyers paid for new C8s
6.2% off MSRP
Median discount from sticker across 9 verified new-Corvette purchases submitted to CarWhere (2025–2027 model years, reported January–July 2026), before taxes and fees. It is a small sample, so treat it as a reference point rather than a market rate.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is a C8 Corvette?
New for 2027, prices start at $71,300 for the Stingray 1LT and reach $238,800 for the ZR1X 3LZ, per chevrolet.com. When the C8 launched for 2020, the Stingray 1LT coupe started at $59,995 including a $1,095 destination charge.
What changed on the 2027 Corvette?
The Stingray switches from the 6.2L LT2 to the 6.7L LS6 V8, rated at 535 hp and 520 lb-ft. The Grand Sport and the hybrid all-wheel-drive Grand Sport X join the lineup, and the E-Ray is no longer listed.
Which C8 years have the most recalls?
In the NHTSA dataset, four recall campaigns name the 2020 model year, the most of any C8 year. Later campaigns cover 2021, 2021–2022, 2024–2025, 2023–2026, 2026 and 2025–2026 cars.
What is the fastest C8 Corvette?
The ZR1X. Chevrolet quotes 1.89 seconds to 60 mph and an 8.99-second quarter mile with the ZTK package, and 233 mph on the track. The rear-drive ZR1 also reaches 233 mph with ZTK.
Does the C8 Corvette come with a manual transmission?
No. Chevrolet's specifications list an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission for every C8 model, from the 2020 Stingray to the 2027 ZR1X.
What gas mileage does a C8 Corvette get?
The EPA rates the 2024–2026 Stingray at 16 city, 25 highway and 19 mpg combined, and the 2027 LS6 Stingray at 15/25/18. The ZR1 and ZR1X are rated at 14 mpg combined.
Sources
Every figure on this page is footnoted to one of these sources. Secondary references are used only to corroborate manufacturer and government figures.
- Corvette lineup — Chevrolet (chevrolet.com)
- 2027 Corvette Stingray — Chevrolet (chevrolet.com)
- 2027 Corvette Grand Sport X — Chevrolet (chevrolet.com)
- 2027 Corvette Z06 — Chevrolet (chevrolet.com)
- 2027 Corvette ZR1 — Chevrolet (chevrolet.com)
- 2027 Corvette ZR1X — Chevrolet (chevrolet.com)
- 2020 Mid-Engine Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Starts at $59,995 — Chevrolet Media (PDF)
- Chevrolet Introduces Special Edition 2022 Corvette Stingray — Chevrolet Pressroom
- 2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Elevates the American Supercar — Chevrolet Pressroom
- Corvette goes electrified for its 70th birthday — GM News
- Chevrolet Trax joins Corvette on 10Best lists for 2024 — GM News
- Chevrolet announces 2025 Corvette ZR1 pricing — GM News
- For 2026, Corvette's new interior elevates driver cockpit design — GM News
- Introducing the 2026 Corvette ZR1X: A true American hypercar — GM News
- Chevy announces Corvette ZR1X pricing and reveals Quail Silver Limited Edition — GM News
- America's Quickest Production Car: Corvette ZR1X Does 8.675-Second Quarter-Mile — GM News
- The Chevrolet Grand Sport returns with a new 6.7-liter, 535-horsepower V8 — Chevrolet Pressroom
- Inside the 2027 Chevrolet Corvette's LS6, LT6 and LT7 V8 engines — Chevrolet Pressroom
- The 2027 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray breaks 200 mph for just $73,495 — GM News
- Every AWD and 4WD Chevrolet for sale in 2026 — GM News
- Chevrolet Corvette EPA ratings, 2020–2027 (vehicle records) — U.S. DOE / EPA fueleconomy.gov
- Recalls Data (dataset 6axg-epim) — NHTSA via U.S. DOT data.transportation.gov
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