For over seven decades and across eight generations, the new Chevy Corvette has represented the best in American automotive performance. The current generation of the Corvette is the most powerful and technologically advanced ever released by Chevrolet executives. When you drive a new Chevy Corvette in Owosso, you are in control of a road beast that is part muscle car, part roadster, and part touring car. If you want ultimate horsepower, the new Chevy Corvette lineup at Shaheen Chevrolet includes two street-legal models that deliver supercar performance. Let's go over the specs and highlights of the new Corvettes you can test drive now:
The Classic Corvette Stingray
Not all Chevy Corvette generations get a Stingray model family. Luckily for fans of American sports cars, the eighth generation of the Corvette offers six Stingray trim levels, three convertibles, and three coupes. This is the fastest model in the production history of the Stingray, which dates back to the late 1950s, and its exterior makes many references to the earlier generations and the splash they made in the motorsport world.
All new Corvette Stingrays are powered by a V8 engine behind the driver and close to the advanced rear-wheel drive system; this also comes with special engine covers and other appearance options for convertibles. The eight-speed automatic transmission has a dual-clutch system that gives you the feeling of manual control with paddle shifters.
The Powerful Corvette Z06
This supercar is for Jackson and Grand Ledge drivers serious about road and track performance. The new Chevy Corvette Z06 boasts a next-generation 5.5-liter V8 engine that cranks out an estimated 670 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque. This power translates to a zero to 60 mph record of 2.6 seconds and a top speed higher than 200 mph.
The aerodynamic design and exposed carbon fiber accents of the new Corvette Z06 let you know that it is a barely street-legal supercar. The updated look of the Z06 features a larger front splitter, a more prominent rear wing, and underbody plates that increase downforce for performance handling on the track. With lightweight materials and an expertly tuned suspension, the Z06 is a dream car for drivers who crave the best in sports car engineering.
The State-of-the-Art Corvette E-Ray
Here, we have the beginning of the next chapter in the history of the Chevy Corvette. The E-Ray is a high-performance and high-technology coupe that automotive market analysts describe as the future of American sports cars. You won't find a car like the new Corvette E-Ray around Lansing or Mason; it is powered by a unique hybrid powertrain that combines an electric motor with a gasoline powertrain that boosts horsepower and torque.
When you drive the new E-Ray, the electric motor directs power to the front axle while the 6.2L LT2 V8 engine takes care of the rear-wheel drive. This combination gives the new Corvette E-Ray an advanced all-wheel-drive system and a staggering 655 horsepower for East Lansing drivers. This car can go from zero to 60 mph in just 2.5 seconds, making it one of the fastest Corvettes ever produced. The E-Ray also has a "Stealth Mode" that allows the car to drive silently for short distances on the electric motor alone.
Let Shaheen Chevrolet Help You Take a New Corvette Home Today
Contact our sales department if you have questions about the new Chevy Corvette models. Contact Shaheen Chevrolet if you wish to book a test drive appointment or stop by our lot. Remember that our finance department is here to help you get the car loan or lease agreement that fits your budget in Owosso.