2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 top speed 233 mph
"Oh my god, this is so fast!" When four-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Jeff Gordon talks about your latest machine, you know you're doing something right as a performance car manufacturer. Those were the words that came out of Gordon's mouth as he watched the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 speed past him as it accelerated to 233 mph. Photo Credit: Chevrolet As automakers tend to do, Chevrolet under-promised when it released preliminary numbers for the C8 version of the ZR1 in July. Its DOHC 5.5-liter V8 (aka LT7) features a flat-plane crankshaft and twin turbochargers that help it pump out 1,064 horsepower and 828 pound-feet of torque. "The Corvette ZR1 has a top speed of over 215 mph on the track and runs the quarter mile in what GM estimates is less than 10 seconds." Boy, does it over-deliver. Chevrolet recently took the ZR1 to the high-speed oval track at ATP Car Testing in Papenburg, Germany, and achieved a two-way…
The C8 Corvette ZR1 is the fastest production car in the world
With GM president behind the wheel, 2025 ZR1 hailed as world's fastest production Corvette go through John Halas 16 hours ago The 2025 Corvette ZR1 reached 233 mph in testing, making it the fastest production car General Motors has ever produced. Top speed was achieved in a stock ZR1 driven by General Motors President Mark Reuss. The Corvette ZR1 is powered by a 5.5-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine that delivers 1,064 horsepower and 828 pound-feet of torque. how fast quickly? For the 1,000-plus-horsepower 2025 Corvette ZR1, the answer is 233.45 mph (375.92 km/h), to be precise, which is 18 mph higher than the speed originally claimed during the presentation and officially making it GM’s fastest ever production car. This isn't some "Vette" with aftermarket tweaks. This is the real deal, straight from the factory. GM President Mark Reuss even jumped in the driver's seat to prove it. This is not a one-and-done solution either. The Reuss' 233mph run was part of…
C8 Corvette Zora to be part ZR1 and E-Ray
The Zora has been secretly tested at the Nurburgring, and its aerodynamic package is similar to that of the 2025 ZR1 go through Brad Anderson September 11, 2024 12:29 The Chevrolet Corvette Zora is rumored to be powered by a twin-turbocharged V8 engine and an electric motor. All told, the hybrid system is expected to produce more than 1,200 horsepower. The Zora will be the final and ultimate halo car of the C8 lineup. It’s been less than six weeks since Chevrolet stunned the industry with the new Corvette ZR1. This true supercar killer packs 1,064 horsepower and a staggering 828 lb-ft (1,122 Nm) of torque. Now, an even more extreme Corvette Zora has been spotted up close during testing at the Nürburgring. We've known for years that Chevrolet was planning a C8 to top the ZR1. It would be the most powerful, quickest, and fastest Vette ever built, and the star of the C8 generation. If you thought the…
2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Rolls Into Jay Leno’s Garage
What does Jay Leno have You could call his automotive tastes eclectic. His massive garage is home to McLaren F1s, vintage Bugattis and Bentleys, cars powered by steam and aircraft engines, and a few Deusenbergs. Still, he makes time and space to appreciate American cars. He recently invited GM President Mark Reuss to share details on a very special C2 Convertible and the new 2025 Corvette ZR1. Just as the C8 continues the Corvette lineage that came before it, so too does Reuss carry on his family’s legacy at GM. His late father, Lloyd, joined the automaker in 1957, eventually rising to become the company’s president in 1990. During that time, he served as chief engineer for Buick and Chevrolet and became general manager of Buick in 1980. One of the projects he worked on was the Powerglide two-speed automatic transmission, which was found in the 1967 Corvette 427 convertible his son inherited from him and showed to Leno. Like…
Outgoing Chevrolet Corvette boss immortalized in C8 ZR1
In addition to the powerful power of 1,064 horsepower, The 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 will have another special attribute: a tribute to outgoing Corvette chief engineer Tadge Juechter. The ZR1's split rear window will feature a small photo of Juechter in what has become known as the "Tadge Badge" on the upper left side. Chevrolet will also place the badge on the front windshields of other Corvette models in 2025 and beyond. The portrait of Zora Arkus-Duntov, the Corvette's first chief engineer, has appeared on all Corvette windshields since the current C8 generation. The image honors Juechter's 47 years of service to GM, especially his contributions to several generations of the Corvette. Juechter retired this summer, and the ZR1 was his last project. Tadge Juechter, Chevrolet Corvette Chief Engineer In total, Juechter has spent 31 years focused on the Corvette, having first joined the sports car program in 1993. He became assistant chief engineer in 1999. In 2006, he took…
Hennessey to build 1,200-hp Corvette ZR1
The Corvette ZR1 isn't even out yet, but John Hennessey is already thinking about how to make it faster John Hennessey says his team is planning a massive tweak on the new Corvette ZR-1. If he succeeds, the final version will produce around 1,200 horsepower (894 kilowatts). He also praised Chevrolet engineers for their good work. The Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is undoubtedly one of the most acclaimed American cars of this year. This is true despite the fact that it has yet to be released on the market. Perhaps more interestingly, tuners like Hennessey are already thinking about extracting extra power from its twin-turbo V8 engine. The ZR1's stock engine produces 1,064 horsepower (793 kilowatts) and can reach a top speed of 215 miles per hour (346 kilometers per hour). This is a true supercar. However, that's not enough for John Hennessey, who makes a living making fast cars go faster. MORE: Corvette ZR1 vs. Ford Mustang GTD define American…
AutoHunter Spotlight: 2013 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
Featured Car Hunter Networkan online auction platform operated by ClassicCars.com, is this 2013 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 with 5,475 miles, one of 482 produced. Like all ZR1s, it is powered by a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine mated to a six-speed manual transmission. Features include carbon fiber body treatment, front and rear spoilers, active handling system, and more. Painted in black with an ebony leather interior, this C6 comes from the selling dealer with a clean CARFAX report and clear title. The original Code 41 black hue is complemented by the carbon fiber roof, front fenders and hood, the latter of which also features polycarbonate windows. Other features include a trunk lid and chin spoiler, front fender extractors, xenon headlights and heated mirrors, among others. A set of lightweight "cup-shaped" black multi-spoke wheels (19-inch front, 20-inch rear) are wrapped with Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires (285/30 and 335/25 respectively). The Ebony Black leather interior features power-adjustable heated bucket seats with ZR1 embroidery.…
All-new C8 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 makes global debut
A lot has changed since the last ZR1 came out five years ago. Today's most powerful cars are electric, and Corvette engines now push from behind the driver. Yet the ZR1 remains a race car with the spirit of a muscle car. The latest and most powerful version of Chevrolet's C8 Corvette supercar line, the 2025 Corvette ZR1, has been unveiled. The 2017 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is equipped with the most powerful V8 engine ever produced by the American automaker and is available in two body styles: coupe and convertible. Small Block Chevrolet V-8 Engine The new Corvette is equipped with a 5.5-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine (LT7) with a flat-plane crankshaft. The LT7, like the LT6 in the Corvette Z06, has eight forged cylinders that spin a flat-plane crankshaft. This allows the engine to rev faster and higher, but also causes side-to-side vibrations that are enough to shake the oil filter off the V-8 if it is not stopped. The…
Corvette ZR1 and Ford Mustang GTD define America
The Corvette ZR1 and Ford Mustang GTD are two different beasts, but we asked our readers which one they prefer Ford and Chevrolet are preparing to launch high-performance sports cars with more than 800 horsepower. The Corvette ZR1 is even more powerful, with an estimated 1,064 horsepower. The ZR1 will also likely be a lot cheaper, as the GTD is expected to cost around $325,000. The latest Mustang's GTD moniker makes it sound like it's diesel-powered, which is a good match for the Corvette ZR1 unveiled yesterday. With a sticker price of $325,000, the model's value already seemed questionable, but now it's even more so. As you no doubt already know, the Corvette ZR1 is powered by a twin-turbocharged 5.5-liter flat-plane crankshaft V8 that produces 1,064 hp (793 kW / 1,079 PS) and 828 lb-ft (1,121 Nm) of torque. It's coupled to an upgraded eight-speed dual-clutch transmission that sends power to the rear wheels. Chevrolet officials tell us this should…
Chevrolet won’t limit Corvette ZR1 production
Chevrolet will produce 2025 ZR1s based on market demand, without any production limits. GM believes the high-performance halo will boost sales of the Stingray, E-Ray and Z06. Chevrolet decided to go with turbocharging, giving the ZR1 greater efficiency and a more compact package. The 2025 Corvette ZR1 is an American supercar that will undoubtedly be highly sought after. Thankfully, Chevrolet isn't going to limit production. var adpushup = window.adpushup = window.adpushup || {que:()}; adpushup.que.push(function() { if (adpushup.config.platform !== "DESKTOP"){ adpushup.triggerAd("4d84e4c9 -9937-4f84-82c0-c94544ee6f2a"); } else{ adpushup.triggerAd("6a782b01-facb-45f3-a88f-ddf1b1f97657"); } }); At a preview event last month, Chevrolet officials said the ZR1's sales were modest, but its impact was huge. As they explained, the new performance halo helps keep the Corvette relevant, while the extra attention should boost sales of the Stingray, E-Ray, and Z06. Michael Gauthier/CarScoops The company did not confirm specific numbers, but officials told us they will not be limiting production. Quite the contrary, they will "produce as much as the market…
The 2025 Corvette ZR1 is a 1,064-horsepower supercar with a top speed of more than 215 mph
Chevrolet has unveiled the all-new Corvette ZR1. It has a twin-turbocharged 5.5-liter V8 engine with 1,064 horsepower and 828 pound-feet of torque. When the model goes on sale next year, it will have a top speed of more than 215 mph. The Bugatti Veyron made its debut nearly 20 years ago with a W16 engine that produced 987 hp (736 kW / 1,001 PS). This was an incredible number for a comfortable production car, but it has now been surpassed by the Corvette. We're talking about the all-new ZR1, which exceeds expectations with its twin-turbocharged 5.5-liter flat-plane crankshaft V8 engine that produces an astonishing 1,064 hp (793 kW / 1,079 PS) and 828 lb-ft (1,121 Nm) of torque. 2024 Corvette E-Ray review: All-wheel drive and hybrid power make the Corvette even better Those are supercar numbers, putting the ZR1 on par with the Ferrari 296 GTB, 12Cilindri and SF90 Stradale. It's also more powerful than the Lamborghini Revuelto, McLaren 750S,…
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