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Hindustan Times
15 hours ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X: Key features, price, specifications and more about the ‘hypercar'
General Motors on Tuesday introduced the 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X 'hypercar,' touted as the most advanced Corvette ever. With 1,250 horsepower and electrified all-wheel drive, the latest addition to the Corvette lineup is the souped-up version of the E-Ray hybrid, which went on sale in 2023, CNBC reported. Powered by the LT7 twin-turbo V-8 engine, which can deliver 1,064 horsepower at 7,000 rpm as well as 828 lb-ft of torque at 6,000 rpm, the Corvette ZR1X has faster acceleration compared to the current Corvette ZR1 model, thanks to the 'electrification' technologies. One of its major highlights is that it can reach 0 to 60 mph in less than two seconds and has a top speed of 233 mph, the company states. Compared to other ZR1 models, the ZR1X includes an electric axle that makes the vehicle all-wheel drive. It provides an additional 186 horsepower and 145 foot-pounds of torque. Megan Dalley, Corvette marketing manager, has dubbed it the 'most advanced Corvette we've ever produced.' 'America's true hypercar has arrived. We are putting the world on notice with this car, showing what Corvette and America's true supercar is capable of,' Dalley said, per CNBC. It is considered a level above the 'supercar,' depending upon the vehicle's speed, acceleration and 0-60 mph times. Both of which are used above the 'sports car' category. Josh Holder, Corvette chief engineer, told CNBC the 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X brings performance, electrification along with all-wheel drive to further enhance the 'unthinkable ZR1.' With the introduction of ZR1X, the Corvette lineup now includes five different models, which makes it the broadest since it first came out in 1953. The lineup ranges from the Corvette Stingray, which starts around $70,000, to ZR1 models, which go up to $200,000. According to Top Gear, the vehicle's motor sits on the front axle, while the 1.9 kWh battery and power electronics are placed in the transmission tunnel. The legendary cars are produced at General Motors' assembly plant in Bowling Green, Kentucky. General Motors said details regarding its price and availability will be shared closer to production. It will be available in convertible or coupe options. The coupe includes a rear split window, which pays homage to the well-known 1963 Corvette.
NBC News
17 hours ago
- Automotive
- NBC News
GM unveils quickest Corvette ever with ZR1X 'hypercar' going 0-60 mph in less than two seconds
DETROIT — General Motors is once again expanding its Corvette lineup with a new high-performance, hybrid variant of the quintessential American sports car. The Detroit automaker on Tuesday revealed the 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X 'hypercar' — a souped-up version of the Corvette E-Ray hybrid that went on sale in 2023. It features similar performance outputs to the automaker's current Corvette ZR1, including a twin-turbo V-8 engine, but has faster acceleration thanks to 'electrification' technologies. 'It is the most advanced Corvette we've ever produced. America's true hypercar has arrived,' said Megan Dalley, Corvette marketing manager, during a media event. 'We are putting the world on notice with this car, showing what Corvette and America's true supercar is capable of.' A 'hypercar' is considered a step above a 'supercar,' based on performance aspects of a vehicle such as speed, acceleration and 0-60 mph times. They're both above a traditional 'sports car.' The Corvette ZR1X's top speed is 233 mph, with a 0-60 mph time of under two seconds, according to GM. The vehicle's LT7 twin-turbo V-8 engine that's shared with both ZR1 models is rated at 1,064 horsepower and 828 foot-pounds of torque, the company said. Adding to the performance of the ZR1X is an electric axle that makes the vehicle all-wheel drive and gives it an additional 186 horsepower and 145 foot-pounds of torque, GM said. 'It brings performance, electrification and all-wheel drive to further enhance the unthinkable ZR1,' said Josh Holder, Corvette chief engineer. 'It brings learnings from the ZR1 and the E-Ray, and combines them to create an unbelievable driving experience.' The ZR1X brings Corvette's lineup to five different models — making it the broadest since the vehicle was introduced in 1953. It's part of the automaker's plans for a highly profitable 'Corvette family' that ranges from the 'everyman's sports car' Corvette Stingray, which starts around $70,000, to the ZR1 that can top $200,000. 'Corvette is a very profitable vehicle for the company, and we continue to be the pinnacle of performance,' Dalley said. GM previously said an all-electric Corvette would be coming, but it's unclear if the status of those plans has changed amid slower-than-expected adoption of EVs. A Corvette SUV also has been under consideration for several years. GM said pricing for the Corvette ZR1X will be announced closer to when the vehicle arrives in dealerships later this year. It will be available as a convertible or coupe. The coupe includes a rear split window as an homage to the well-known 1963 Corvette. All Corvettes are produced at a GM assembly plant in Bowling Green, Kentucky.
CNBC
19 hours ago
- Automotive
- CNBC
GM unveils quickest Corvette ever with ZR1X 'hypercar' going 0-60 mph in less than two seconds
DETROIT — General Motors is once again expanding its Corvette lineup with a new high-performance, hybrid variant of the quintessential American sports car. The Detroit automaker on Tuesday revealed the 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X "hypercar" — a souped-up version of the Corvette E-Ray hybrid that went on sale in 2023. It features similar performance outputs to the automaker's current Corvette ZR1, including a twin-turbo V-8 engine, but has faster acceleration thanks to "electrification" technologies. "It is the most advanced Corvette we've ever produced. America's true hypercar has arrived," said Megan Dalley, Corvette marketing manager, during a media event. "We are putting the world on notice with this car, showing what Corvette and America's true supercar is capable of." A "hypercar" is considered a step above a "supercar," based on performance aspects of a vehicle such as speed, acceleration and 0-60 mph times. They're both above a traditional "sports car." The Corvette ZR1X's top speed is 233 mph, with a 0-60 mph time of under two seconds, according to GM. The vehicle's LT7 twin-turbo V-8 engine that's shared with both ZR1 models is rated at 1,064 horsepower and 828 foot-pounds of torque, the company said. Adding to the performance of the ZR1X is an electric axle that makes the vehicle all-wheel drive and gives it an additional 186 horsepower and 145 foot-pounds of torque, GM said. "It brings performance, electrification and all-wheel drive to further enhance the unthinkable ZR1," said Josh Holder, Corvette chief engineer. "It brings learnings from the ZR1 and the E-Ray, and combines them to create an unbelievable driving experience." The ZR1X brings Corvette's lineup to five different models — making it the broadest since the vehicle was introduced in 1953. It's part of the automaker's plans for a highly profitable "Corvette family" that ranges from the "everyman's sports car" Corvette Stingray, which starts around $70,000, to the ZR1 that can top $200,000. "Corvette is a very profitable vehicle for the company, and we continue to be the pinnacle of performance," Dalley said. GM previously said an all-electric Corvette would be coming, but it's unclear if the status of those plans has changed amid slower-than-expected adoption of EVs. A Corvette SUV also has been under consideration for several years. GM said pricing for the Corvette ZR1X will be announced closer to when the vehicle arrives in dealerships later this year. It will be available as a convertible or coupe. The coupe includes a rear split window as an homage to the well-known 1963 Corvette. All Corvettes are produced at a GM assembly plant in Bowling Green, Kentucky.
