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This is the new 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X — the most extreme and technologically advanced Corvette ever built.
Under the rear hatch is a hand-assembled 5.5-liter twin-turbocharged LT7 V8, producing a massive 1,064 horsepower and 828 pound-feet of torque. This flat-plane-crank engine revs to 8,000 rpm and uses a unique “maniturbo” design, where the exhaust manifold and turbo housing are combined into one compact unit. The result is lightning-fast spool, reduced lag, and brutal mid-range power.
At the front axle, an upgraded electric motor from the Corvette E-Ray adds another 186 horsepower and 145 pound-feet of torque. Combined system output is 1,250 horsepower, delivered through a fully electrified all-wheel-drive setup with torque vectoring for maximum grip and agility.
Performance is hypercar-level. Zero to sixty takes under two seconds. The quarter-mile less than nine seconds at over 150 miles per hour. The front motor stays engaged up to 160 mph, then decouples to reduce drag and maximize top-end performance.
Drivers can opt for two distinct chassis setups. The standard package uses Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires and next-gen Magnetic Ride Control for street-focused balance. The ZTK track pack stiffens everything up, swaps in Michelin Cup 2R tires, and adds more aggressive aero calibration for serious cornering.
Speaking of aero, the optional Carbon Aero package includes front dive planes, a hood extractor, underbody strakes, and a massive rear wing. Total downforce can reach up to 1,200 pounds, keeping the car planted even at triple-digit speeds.
Braking is just as serious. Carbon-ceramic rotors come standard — 16.5 inches up front with massive 10-piston calipers. In testing, the ZR1X pulled up to 1.9 g of deceleration when braking from 180 to 120 miles per hour.
Built in Bowling Green with precision and performance in mind, the 2026 Corvette ZR1X is more than a supercar — it’s a declaration that America can build a hypercar.
2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X – Technical Specifications
Powertrain
Engine Type: LT7 5.5L Twin-Turbocharged DOHC V8
Crankshaft: Flat-plane
Engine Output: 1,064 hp @ 7,000 rpm
Engine Torque: 828 lb-ft @ 6,000 rpm
Turbochargers: Dual 76 mm turbos with integrated "maniturbo" housing and dynamic anti-lag
Redline: 8,000 rpm
Electric Motor (Front Axle):
Output: 186 hp / 145 lb-ft
Max Engagement Speed: 160 mph
Configuration: Single motor, torque-vectoring capable
Total System Output
Combined Horsepower: 1,250 hp
Combined Torque: Estimated over 950 lb-ft
Drivetrain: Electrified All-Wheel Drive (eAWD)
Transmission: 8-Speed Dual-Clutch Automatic
Performance
0–60 mph: under 2.0 seconds (GM estimate)
Quarter Mile: under 9.0 seconds @ more than 150 mph (GM estimate)
Top Speed: Not officially released
Max Deceleration: Up to 1.9 g from 180 to 120 mph
Chassis & Suspension
Platform: Mid-engine, aluminum space frame
Suspension:
Standard: Magnetic Ride Control with adaptive dampers
Optional: ZTK Track Pack with stiffer springs and custom tuning
Tires:
Standard: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
ZTK Package: Michelin Pilot Cup 2R
Steering: Electrically assisted, variable ratio
Brakes
Front: 16.5-inch Carbon-Ceramic Rotors with 10-piston Calipers
Rear: Carbon-Ceramic Rotors with 6-piston Calipers
Aerodynamics
Standard Aero: Functional rear spoiler, underbody paneling
Carbon Aero Package (Optional):
Carbon fiber dive planes
Hood extractor vent
Underbody strakes
High-mounted rear wing
Max Downforce: Up to 1,200 lbs
Dimensions (estimated)
Length: \~182.3 in
Width (w/mirrors): \~79.7 in
Height: \~48.6 in
Wheelbase: \~107.2 in
Curb Weight: Not officially disclosed (expected \~3,900–4,000 lbs)
Wheels
Front: 20 x 10 in
Rear: 21 x 13 in
Construction: Lightweight forged aluminum (optional carbon fiber wheels)
Production & Assembly
Assembly Location: Bowling Green Assembly, Kentucky, USA
Engine Hand-Built: Performance Build Center (same facility)
Availability
Launch: Expected late 2025
Price: To be announced
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