2026 Chevrolet Corvette

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.

Chevrolet Corvette
Pictured: 2021 Chevrolet Corvette C8. Photo: Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Two Seaters
Body styles
E-Ray Convertible, E-Ray Coupe, Stingray Convertible, Stingray Coupe
Engines
6.2L 8-cyl, 5.5L 8-cyl, 5.5L 8-cyl turbo
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline, Hybrid
MPG (best)
19 combined · 16 city / 25 hwy
Length
182.3–184.3 in
Curb weight
3,373–3,858 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
3 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
  • AWD / 4WD available
  • Lots of standard safety tech4 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.

Watch out for

  • Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2026 Chevrolet Corvette is a two seaters offered with 3 engines (6.2L 8-cyl, 5.5L 8-cyl and 5.5L 8-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.

It measures about 184 inches long and 80 inches wide on a 107-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,858 lb (E-Ray Convertible).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 19 MPG combined (16 city / 25 highway), 2% better than the 2026 two seaters average of 18.7 MPG, for an estimated $4,350 a year in fuel.

It has 3 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.

What changed for 2026

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2025 Corvette — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 Corvette →

Trims, performance & features

Engine–6.2L 8-cyl
Engine–5.5L turbo 8-cyl hybrid
Engine–5.5L 8-cyl

Trims

1LTZR1X 3LZZ06 2LZ

Safety & driver-assist features

Automatic emergency brakingStandard
Pedestrian emergency brakingStandard
Forward collision warningStandard
Blind-spot monitoringStandard
Blind-spot interventionStandard
Rear cross-traffic alertStandard
Rear automatic brakingStandard
Lane departure warningStandard
Lane keeping assistStandard
Lane centeringStandard
Parking assistStandard
Backup cameraStandard
Automatic high beamsStandard
Keyless startStandard
LED headlightsYes

Built in: Bowling Green, Kentucky

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 3 2026 Corvette configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
E-Ray Convertible184.3 in79.5 in48.4 in107.1 in66.1 / 66.1 in3,858 lb41/59
E-Ray Coupe184.3 in79.5 in48.4 in107.1 in66.1 / 66.1 in3,761 lb41/59
Stingray Convertible182.3 in76 in48.4 in107.1 in65 / 62.2 in3,475 lb40/60
Stingray Coupe182.3 in76 in48.4 in107.1 in65 / 62.2 in3,373 lb40/60
Z06 Convertible184.3 in79.5 in48.4 in107.1 in66.1 / 66.1 in3,598 lb39/61
Z06 Coupe184.3 in79.5 in48.4 in107.1 in66.1 / 66.1 in3,501 lb39/61

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

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Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Corvette6.2L 8-cylAutomatic (S8)Rear-Wheel Drive16 / 25 / 19+2%$4,350474
Corvette E-Ray Hybrid6.2L 8-cylAutomatic (S8)All-Wheel Drive16 / 24 / 19+2%$4,350477
Corvette Z065.5L 8-cylAutomatic (S8)Rear-Wheel Drive12 / 21 / 15-20%$5,500597
Corvette ZR15.5L 8-cyl turboAutomatic (S8)Rear-Wheel Drive12 / 18 / 14-25%$5,850629
Corvette Z06 Carbon Aero5.5L 8-cylAutomatic (S8)Rear-Wheel Drive12 / 19 / 14-25%$5,850631
Corvette ZR1X Hybrid5.5L 8-cyl turboAutomatic (S8)All-Wheel Drive12 / 19 / 14-25%$5,850613
4/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
4/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $9,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
18.7 MPG2026 Two Seaters average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Chevrolet Corvette.

Similar 2026 two seaterss

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2026 Chevrolet Corvette (this car)19 MPGNot rated3
2026 Nissan Z22 MPGNot rated0
2026 Bugatti Rimac Nevera174 miNot rated0

Recalls (3)

Exterior Lighting › Turn Signal · Apr 2, 2026

NHTSA campaign 26V213000 · 32,988 vehicles

Problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X Coupe, Corvette ZR1X Convertible, Corvette Coupe E-Ray, Corvette Convertible E-Ray, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, 2025 Corvette E-Ray Coupe, Corvette E-Ray Convertible, Corvette Convertible, and Corvette Coupe vehicles. A software error may prevent detection of a rear turn signal light failure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
The driver may be unaware that the turn signal is not working, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
The lighting control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are scheduled to be mailed May 18, 2026. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252541250. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov April 2, 2025.
Equipment › Other › Owners/Service/Other Manual · Feb 26, 2026

NHTSA campaign 26V114000 · 5,861 vehicles

Problem
General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette Convertible E-Ray, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, Silverado EV, Suburban 1500, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Hummer EV Pickup, Hummer EV SUV, Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, Sierra EV, Terrain, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The radio may not have been set to the correct status to download the electronic owner's manual during production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, “Occupant Protection.”
Risk
Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix
Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-467-9700, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N252540430. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 26, 2026.
Fuel System, Gasoline · Aug 21, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V536000 · 23,656 vehicles

Problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023–2026 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles equipped with a left-side radiator/fan combination. Excess fuel may spill into the vehicle fuel-filler pocket during refueling and leak onto an ignition source.
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix
Dealers will install a shield to divert spilled fuel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 14, 2025. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252514930.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2026 Chevrolet Corvette is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

3Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
0Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
0Injuries reported
Unknown Or Other2
Fuel/Propulsion System2
Engine1
Electrical System1
Power Train1
Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings1
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
26/07: 126/08: 126/09: 126/0726/0826/09max 1

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Other Corvette years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2027 Corvette18–Not rated01
2025 Corvette19184.3 inNot rated311
2024 Corvette19184.3 inNot rated221
2023 Corvette19182.3 inNot rated127
2022 Corvette19182.3 inNot rated121
2021 Corvette19182.3 inNot rated213
2020 Corvette19182.3 inNot rated434
2019 Corvette19176.8 inNot rated1148
2018 Corvette19176.8 inNot rated151
2017 Corvette19176.8 inNot rated4257
2016 Corvette21176.8 inNot rated2104
2015 Corvette21176.8 inNot rated564

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Chevrolet. How we calculate this →