We have been singing the praises of the C8-generation Chevrolet Corvette since it launched because it brings mid-engine supercar performance to the affordable end of the sports-car spectrum. It costs half as much as more exotic rivals, but in no way are you getting only half the thrills. A naturally aspirated V-8 engine thunders just behind your skull, providing the auditory chills of an exotic sports car. The Vettes handling is razor-sharp and endlessly rewarding on a twisty back road. Track days are a joy, with confidence-raising handling and massive amounts of power on tap that make blasting out of corners a hoot. When it comes to commuting and road-tripping, the Corvette transforms into a comfortable cruiser with a near-luxury cabin, an agreeable ride, and a surprising amount of cargo capacity. Its dual-purpose personality has earned it 10Best and Editors Choice awards again for 2024. Both a coupe and a convertible model are offered, but even the coupe comes with a lift-off targa top so you always have the option of basking in the sun and feeling the wind in your locks. What more could you ask for? Drew Dorian CARandDRIVER.
Standard features include19-inch front and 20-inch rear wheels, LED headlights, Brembo brakes, Limited-slip differential, Heated outside mirrors, Keyless entry with push-button start, Power-closing hood, Power-adjustable leather seats, a Power-adjustable and leather-wrapped steering wheel, Digital instrument panel with three themes based on driving mode, an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Google built-in, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, the 10-speaker Bose audio system, Forward collision warning with automatic braking. Lane keeping assistance, the Rearview mirror camera, Rear parking sensors and Automatic high beams
Although the engine is behind the passenger compartment instead of in front of it, it remains the familiar 6.2-liter pushrod V-8, making 490 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque.