Corvette Grand Sport: Specs, Price, Recalls and Best Years by Generation
By CarWhere Research · Updated
The Corvette Grand Sport pairs a standard Corvette engine with wide-body or chassis hardware from faster models. Road-going versions were sold for 1996 (1,000 built, 330-hp LT4), 2010–2013 (LS3), 2017–2019 (460-hp LT1) and from 2027 with the 535-hp LS6. The 2027 Grand Sport starts at $86,300 on chevrolet.com.[1][2][4][7][9]
- Model years
- 1996; 2010–2013; 2017–2019; 2027–present (plus five 1963 race cars)[1]
- Engines
- 5.7L LT4 (1996), 6.2L LS3 (C6), 6.2L LT1 (C7), 6.7L LS6 (2027); Grand Sport X adds a front electric motor[1][2][7]
- Original MSRP
- $66,445 (2017 coupe, incl. destination); from $86,300 (2027 Grand Sport) and $110,000 (2027 Grand Sport X)[4][5][16]
Corvette Grand Sport trims, engines & horsepower
Manufacturer ratings. A dash means no source we could verify publishes the figure.
| Model / variant | Years | Engine | Horsepower | Torque | Transmission |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Sport (C4, RPO Z16)Coupe or convertible (white top only); Admiral Blue Metallic with white center stripe and red left-front-fender hash marks; rear wheel flares on coupe; unique serial number. | 1996 | 5.7L LT4 V8 with sequential fuel injection | 330 hp @ 5,800 rpm[1][7] | 340 lb-ft @ 4,500 rpm | 6-speed manual (required) |
| Grand Sport (C6)Z06 front bumper and rear fenders on a steel frame; manual coupes got a hand-built, dry-sump LS3. Chevrolet rates the LS3 at up to 436 hp; the 430/424 base split comes from a secondary reference. | 2010–2013 | 6.2L LS3 V8 | 430 hp @ 6,500 rpm (436 hp with dual-mode exhaust)[1][8][11][15] | 424 lb-ft @ 4,600 rpm (428 lb-ft with dual-mode exhaust) | 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic |
| Grand Sport (C7)Stingray engine with Z06 bodywork and chassis hardware; Z07 Performance Package optional. GM's 2026 history article describes the engine as 465 hp. | 2017–2019 | 6.2L LT1 V8, direct injection | 460 hp[1][9][10][16] | 465 lb-ft | 7-speed manual or 8-speed automatic |
| Grand Sport (C8)Rear-wheel drive; Magnetic Ride Control and eLSD standard; Z52 Sport and Z52 Track Performance packages available. | 2027–present | 6.7L LS6 V8 (naturally aspirated) | 535 hp[2] | 520 lb-ft | 8-speed dual-clutch |
| Grand Sport X (C8)Front drive unit and battery come from the ZR1X; carbon-ceramic brakes standard; Stealth mode to 50 mph. | 2027–present | 6.7L LS6 V8 + 186-hp front-axle electric motor (eAWD), 1.9 kWh battery | 721 hp combined[2][3] | 665 lb-ft combined | 8-speed dual-clutch |
Corvette Grand Sport 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Grand Sport coupe / convertible (Z16 option) | —[7] | — | The GM 1996 vehicle information kit lists the Z16 package but not its price. |
| 2010 | Grand Sport coupe | — | — | |
| 2017 | Grand Sport coupe | $65,450[16] | $995 | Plus $995 destination ($66,445 / $70,445 delivered). |
| 2017 | Grand Sport convertible | $69,450[16] | $995 | Plus $995 destination ($66,445 / $70,445 delivered). |
| 2027 | Grand Sport 1LT | $86,300[4][6] | — | chevrolet.com starting price; destination treatment not stated |
| 2027 | Grand Sport 2LT | $93,400[4] | — | chevrolet.com starting price |
| 2027 | Grand Sport 3LT | $98,050[4] | — | chevrolet.com starting price |
| 2027 | Grand Sport X 1LT | $110,000[5][6] | — | chevrolet.com starting price |
| 2027 | Grand Sport X 2LT | $115,500[5] | — | chevrolet.com starting price |
| 2027 | Grand Sport X 3LT | $120,650[5] | — | chevrolet.com starting price |
We could not open an official source for 1996 or 2010–2013 Grand Sport pricing, so those rows are blank. The 2017 prices come from contemporary press coverage of Chevrolet's announcement.
Corvette Grand Sport production by year
| Model year | Units built | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 1963 | 5[1][7] | Race cars only; not sold to the public |
| 1996 | 1,000[1] | Total for coupe and convertible combined |
Chevrolet has not published Grand Sport-only production totals for 2010–2013 or 2017–2019 in any source we opened. GM says the C6 and C7 Grand Sports had broad appeal, and builds the 2027 cars at Bowling Green Assembly in Kentucky.
Grand Sport by generation
Every road-going Grand Sport follows the same recipe: the standard Corvette engine of its era, combined with wider bodywork, brakes or suspension borrowed from the faster models. GM skipped the name for the C5 generation.
The 1996 car was a one-year farewell to the C4 with the optional LT4. The C6 and C7 versions used Z06 bodywork with the base engine, and the 2027 model splits into a rear-drive Grand Sport and a hybrid all-wheel-drive Grand Sport X.
| Generation | Years | Engine | Output | Borrowed hardware |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C4 | 1996 | 5.7L LT4 V8 | 330 hp / 340 lb-ft | ZR-1 chassis upgrades; coupe rear flares |
| C6 | 2010–2013 | 6.2L LS3 V8 | 430–436 hp | Z06 front bumper, rear fenders and brakes |
| C7 | 2017–2019 | 6.2L LT1 V8 | 460 hp / 465 lb-ft | Z06 bodywork and chassis hardware |
| C8 Grand Sport | 2027– | 6.7L LS6 V8 | 535 hp / 520 lb-ft | Z06 J56 iron or J57 carbon-ceramic brakes (Z52 packages) |
| C8 Grand Sport X | 2027– | LS6 + front e-motor | 721 hp / 665 lb-ft combined | ZR1X front drive unit and battery |
2027 Grand Sport vs Grand Sport X
Both use the 535-hp LS6 and an 8-speed dual-clutch. The Grand Sport X adds the front electric motor, which makes it all-wheel drive, adds 280 lb to the base curb weight and brings carbon-ceramic brakes as standard. It costs $23,700 more than the Grand Sport at the 1LT level.
Chevrolet quotes 0–60 mph in 2.75 seconds for the Grand Sport and 2.4 seconds for the Grand Sport X.
| Grand Sport | Grand Sport X | |
|---|---|---|
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | eAWD (V8 rear, electric front) |
| Horsepower | 535 | 721 combined |
| Torque | 520 lb-ft | 665 lb-ft combined |
| 0–60 mph | 2.75 s | 2.4 s |
| Quarter mile | 10.95 s @ 124 mph | 10.4 s @ 131 mph |
| Base curb weight | 3,520 lb | 3,800 lb |
| Standard brakes | Low-dust iron, Brembo 6-piston front | Carbon ceramic, Brembo 4-piston |
| Standard tires | Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4 | Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4+ ZP |
| EPA city / hwy / combined | 15 / 23 / 17 mpg | 15 / 24 / 18 mpg |
| Starting price (1LT) | $86,300 | $110,000 |
2027 Grand Sport chassis packages
The rear-drive Grand Sport comes in three chassis setups. Which one a car has changes its tires, brakes and track ability far more than the 1LT/2LT/3LT trim level does.
- Standard Touring Suspension: Magnetic Ride Control, all-season tires and a low-dust brake package.
- Z52 Sport Performance Package: stiffer suspension, Michelin Pilot Sport 4S summer tires, Performance Traction Management and the Z06's J56 iron brakes.
- Z52 Track Performance Package: J57 carbon-ceramic brakes, Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2R tires, carbon-fiber aero (splitter, dive planes, rockers, wing) and quad center-exit exhaust.
- Grand Sport X: carbon-ceramic brakes standard; optional Performance Package adds Pilot Sport 4S tires.[1][2]
Fuel economy
For the C6 and C7 years, the EPA does not list the Grand Sport separately; the figures below are its ratings for the naturally aspirated 6.2L Corvette, which shares the Grand Sport's engine. From 2027 the EPA rates the Grand Sport and Grand Sport X on their own.
| Model year | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 (6.2L) | 6-speed manual | 16 | 26 | 19 |
| 2010 (6.2L) | 6-speed automatic | 15 | 25 | 18 |
| 2017 (6.2L) | 7-speed manual | 16 | 25 | 19 |
| 2017 (6.2L) | 8-speed automatic | 15 | 26 | 19 |
| 2027 Grand Sport | 8-speed DCT | 15 | 23 | 17 |
| 2027 Grand Sport X | 8-speed DCT | 15 | 24 | 18 |
C7 Grand Sport performance figures
Chevrolet's international technical data sheet for the 2019 C7 Grand Sport lists a top speed of 180 mph for the coupe with either transmission, 0–100 km/h in 4.2 seconds, and a curb weight of 1,588 kg (manual) or 1,602 kg (automatic) for the coupe. With the Z07 package, 0–100 km/h drops to 4.1 seconds with the manual and 3.9 seconds with the automatic. These are European-spec figures.[10]
Corvette Grand Sport problems & recalls
| Campaign | Date | Model years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11V491000 | 2011-10-03 | 2011–2012 | Structure | Rear hatch hinges on 2011–2012 Corvette coupes built January 24 to September 1, 2011, may not meet FMVSS 206 load requirements. Covers coupes generally, not only the Grand Sport. (5,755 vehicles potentially affected)[14] |
| 19V086000 | 2019-02-07 | 2017 | Steering | Electric power steering assist may fail on certain 2017 Corvettes (also covers Cadillac CTS/ATS and Camaro). (26,772 vehicles potentially affected)[14] |
| 25V175000 | 2025-03-20 | 2017–2018 | Steering | Electric power steering assist may fail on certain 2017–2018 Corvettes (also covers Cadillac CTS/ATS and Camaro). (934 vehicles potentially affected)[14] |
NHTSA campaigns name the Corvette, not the Grand Sport, so we list the ones whose model years overlap Grand Sport years. The dataset lists no Corvette campaign for 1996, 2010, 2013, 2019 (other than the ZR1-only 18V360000) or 2027.
Check any specific car for open recalls by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Best and worst Corvette Grand Sport years
Each call is tied to a documented fact — a mechanical change, a recall or a published rating — not opinion.
No NHTSA campaign in the recalls dataset names 2010 or 2013 Corvettes.[14]
Final C7 Grand Sport year; the only 2019 Corvette campaign in the dataset (18V360000) is limited to the ZR1.[1][14]
Coupes built January–September 2011 fall under rear-hatch hinge recall 11V491000.[14]
Power-steering-assist recalls 19V086000 (2017) and 25V175000 (2017–2018) name these Corvettes.[14]
First year of the new 6.7L LS6 engine and of the C8 Grand Sport and Grand Sport X.[2]
Model-year complaint data across every Corvette: Corvette years to avoid.
What to check before buying a used Corvette Grand Sport
- Run the VIN for open recalls; on a 2017–2018 car confirm power-steering campaigns 19V086000 and 25V175000 are done.
- On a 2011–2012 coupe built between January 24 and September 1, 2011, confirm rear-hatch hinge recall 11V491000 is complete.
- For a 1996 car, confirm the Z16 option on the build documentation: LT4 engine, 6-speed manual, Admiral Blue Metallic paint and the unique Grand Sport serial number.
- On a C6 Grand Sport, note whether it is a manual coupe (dry-sump, hand-built LS3) or an automatic or convertible (wet-sump).
- On a C7, check whether the car has the Z07 Performance Package; it changes the brakes, tires and quoted acceleration.
- On a 2027 Grand Sport, identify the chassis package (Touring, Z52 Sport or Z52 Track); carbon-ceramic brakes and Cup 2R tires indicate the Track package.
- On a Grand Sport X, start in Stealth mode and confirm the car drives on electric power before the V8 starts.
- Inspect brakes and tires for track wear on any car with Z07, Z52 or carbon-ceramic brakes.
Corvette Grand Sport prices today
Prices on used Corvettes vary widely with mileage, options and condition, so we don't publish a single value. Compare current listings below.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Corvette Grand Sport?
A Corvette that uses the standard engine of its generation with wider bodywork, brakes or suspension borrowed from faster models such as the Z06. Road-going Grand Sports were sold for 1996, 2010–2013, 2017–2019 and from 2027.
How much horsepower does the Grand Sport have?
330 hp for the 1996 LT4, 430–436 hp for the C6 LS3, 460 hp for the C7 LT1 and 535 hp for the 2027 LS6. The 2027 Grand Sport X makes 721 hp combined.
How much is a 2027 Corvette Grand Sport?
Chevrolet.com lists the 2027 Grand Sport from $86,300 (1LT), $93,400 (2LT) and $98,050 (3LT). The Grand Sport X starts at $110,000.
How many 1996 Grand Sports were built?
GM says 1,000 were built, all in Admiral Blue with a white center stripe and red hash marks.
What is the difference between the Grand Sport and Grand Sport X?
The Grand Sport X adds a 186-hp front electric motor for all-wheel drive and 721 hp combined. It runs 0–60 mph in 2.4 seconds versus 2.75, weighs 280 lb more and has carbon-ceramic brakes as standard.
Was there a C5 Grand Sport?
No. GM skipped the Grand Sport for the C5 generation and brought it back for the 2010 C6.
Is the Grand Sport faster than the Stingray?
For 2027 both use the same 535-hp LS6. The Grand Sport's advantage is chassis hardware: standard Magnetic Ride Control and available Z52 packages with Z06 brakes and stickier tires.
Sources
Every figure on this page is footnoted to one of these sources. Secondary references are used only to corroborate manufacturer and government figures.
- Earning its stripes: The C8 Corvette Grand Sport reflects an illustrious history — Chevrolet Pressroom
- 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
- 2027 Corvette Grand Sport — Chevrolet (chevrolet.com)
- 2027 Corvette Grand Sport X — Chevrolet (chevrolet.com)
- Corvette lineup — Chevrolet (chevrolet.com)
- 1996 Chevrolet Corvette vehicle information kit — GM Heritage Archive
- LS/LSX/LT Engines Timeline — Chevrolet Performance (chevrolet.com)
- Small-Block Engine Timeline — Chevrolet Performance (chevrolet.com)
- Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport technical data (2019, international) — GM / Chevrolet Media
- 2010 Chevrolet Corvette EPA ratings — U.S. DOE / EPA fueleconomy.gov
- 2017 Chevrolet Corvette EPA ratings — U.S. DOE / EPA fueleconomy.gov
- 2027 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport and Grand Sport X EPA ratings — U.S. DOE / EPA fueleconomy.gov
- Recalls Data (dataset 6axg-epim) — NHTSA via U.S. DOT data.transportation.gov
- Chevrolet Corvette (C6) — Wikipedia (secondary reference)
- 2017 Corvette official pricing release for Stingray and Grand Sport — Corvette Action Center (reprint of GM / Chevrolet data)
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