The first hybrid Chevrolet Corvette received a 655 hp powerplant. It can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 2.5 seconds.
General Motors unveils the fastest production Chevrolet Corvette ever. The E-Ray model is equipped with a hybrid power plant and all-wheel drive. Details are on the CarBuzz website.
The 2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray is the first hybrid in the model’s 70-year history. The supercar is equipped with a 6.2-liter GM LT2 V8 engine producing 495 horsepower. and 637 Nm of torque. It is complemented by a 160 hp electric motor. and 170 Nm of torque.
The total power of the Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray is 655 hp. Thanks to the all-wheel drive system, the supercar accelerates to 100 km / h in about 2.5 seconds. A charged hybrid travels the quarter mile in 10.5 seconds.
The new Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray weighs 1,711 kg. This is more than a tracked version of the Z06 – 1557 kg. Externally, the car is distinguished by a new body kit and noticeably wider.
General Motors shared that its eAWD all-wheel drive system constantly analyzes the road surface to seamlessly maximize the supercar’s traction and stability. It helps the car hold the road better.
It’s worth noting that the Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray is not a plug-in hybrid. Its batteries are charged by regenerative braking and deceleration as well as normal driving.
Additionally, the Chevrolet Corvette supports E-Ray Stealth Mode. In this way, the supercar can accelerate to 72 km / h with only electric power. If the batteries are dead or more power is needed, the petrol engine will start automatically.
The Brembo carbon-ceramic brake system comes as standard. Customers can order the supercar in 14 color options.
It has 20-inch wheels at the front and 21-inch wheels at the rear. They are shod with Michelin Pilot Sport all-season tires. Carbon Flash carbon fiber wheels are available as an option.
Exclusive to the E-Ray version, a pack of full length strips in Electric Blue is available. The interior can be selected in seven different colors.
The Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray will go on sale in the US at the end of 2023. Prices start at $104,295 for the 1LZ coupe and $111,295 for the 1LZ convertible.
Previously Focus He wrote that the Corvette will become a separate brand and produce electric vehicles.
Source: Focus
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