2022 Chevy Corvette Convertible

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After its transformative redesign in 2020, the C8 Corvette surpassed a number of high-end sports car rivals in our luxury sport coupe rankings. And thanks to a few additional tech improvements, it's likely cemented its place at the top of the heap for a while to come. The Corvette is bonkers fast, it handles beautifully, and it still manages traffic and daily errands. The styling may be controversial, but its price and performance certainly are not.

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Pros

Impressive power and acceleration
High handling limits don't take heroic skill to reach
Relatively affordable price for what you get

Cons

Not the easiest car to get in and out of
Poor rear visibility
Lacks some of the latest advanced driver safety features

What's new

New colors and carbon-fiber trim pieces are available
Race-inspired C8.R Edition offers unique colors and graphics
Part of the eight Corvette generation introduced for 2020

Overview

The Chevrolet Corvette enters the third year of its stunning rebirth as a mid-engine sports car with exotic styling that instantly turns heads. Now that a few years have passed since its debut, has the formula grown at all stale? Heck no.

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The Corvette offers a mind-bending package of quickness, handling and even comfort on the road. However, its biggest strength is the price, which undercuts several competing sports cars by a significant margin. New for this year is a race-inspired C8.R Edition package that pays tribute to the Corvette's motorsports success. But even base versions of this coupe are well equipped to compete against the likes of the BMW M4 and Porsche 911. Read the categories of our Expert Rating below to get our test team's full evaluation of the 2022 Corvette's performance, comfort and more.

What's it like to live with?

We bought a 2020 Corvette in the midlevel 2LT trim to experience ownership for ourselves. Are you shocked to know that the Vette has been in high demand among our editorial test team? Its combination of high-octane performance and surprising practicality has made the car a winner. But there have been issues with maintenance. Click here to read our long-term Corvette updates.

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Performance

9.0/10

How does the Corvette drive? Even in a class full of impressive performance cars, the Corvette stands out. In Edmunds' testing and using the car's launch control system, our 3LT coupe test car with all-season tires ripped from 0 to 60 mph in 3.6 seconds (3.3 seconds with 1 foot of rollout) and cleared the quarter mile in 11.8 seconds at more than 118 mph. Both times are very quick, and if you opt for the Z51 Performance package, those numbers are 3.4 seconds (3.2 seconds with rollout) and 11.5 seconds at 120 mph, respectively. Braking performance is excellent though not quite class-leading, but that's largely due to the narrow front tires. Our 3LT test car came to a stop from 60 mph in 109 feet; the Z51 Corvette with its sticker tires needed just 105 feet.

Steering and handling are both impressive, and the car's considerable limits can be explored even by drivers with only moderate skill. Likewise, the new eight-speed automatic transmission impresses with its smooth and quick shifts.

Comfort

8.5/10

How comfortable is the Corvette? The Corvette is one of the more comfortable cars in its class. Our test car had the optional MagneRide adaptive suspension. We found that it offers excellent compliance over a variety of road surfaces and smooths out bumps that would likely upset other sports cars. Adding to the comfort is the relative lack of wind and engine noise, though tire noise can be prominent on rough road surfaces.

The Corvette's GT2 bucket seats are road-trip champions that can help you stay comfortable over thousands of miles. They're less aggressive than the optional Competition seats but still hold you in place during high-speed cornering, and they're well padded enough for long-distance comfort. The climate system provides good airflow from its stylish vents, and the heated/ventilated seat functions work well.

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Interior

7.5/10

How’s the interior? Maybe just as striking as the exterior design, the Corvette's interior is certainly eye-catching. While it is relatively easy to use, there is quite a bit of controversy around the placement and design of the climate control buttons. They simply aren't arranged intuitively. Passengers might also feel left out since there's little they can interact with.

It's a bit more difficult to get into the Corvette than some other higher-riding sports cars, and getting out of it is even more of a challenge. This predicament is exacerbated in tight parking situations. But buyers will likely figure out a way and won't be too bothered. The compromised rear visibility will take some getting used to as well. Chevy added a camera-based rearview mirror display to help out, but the blind spots created by the rear pillars are still significant.

Technology

8.5/10

How’s the tech? The Corvette benefits from Chevrolet's newest infotainment system. The graphics are crisp and modern, and the touchscreen's proximity to the driver makes it easy to operate. As small as the interior is, the optional 14-speaker Bose audio system manages to produce high-quality sound with plenty of power. Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity is also standard, and both smartphone integration systems worked well during our test.

It lacks adaptive cruise control and emergency braking, but rear cross-traffic assist is a very welcome feature, as are the cameras that help with low-speed maneuvering. An optional nose-lift system can use GPS to remember steep driveways, which is handier than you might imagine. Of course, Chevrolet's Performance Traction Management software is available and excellent.

Storage

8.0/10

How’s the storage? Mid-engine sports cars aren't well known for their practicality. But the Corvette makes pretty good use of its available space. The front trunk can hold a couple of grocery bags, and the rear is big enough for two golf bags. Rear storage all but disappears, however, when you store the Corvette coupe's removable roof panel in the trunk.

Similar to other cars in this class, interior storage is limited to a small, shallow center console box and an equally small pair of cupholders. The door pockets are long and lined with felt but can't hold a whole lot.

Fuel Economy

8.0/10

How’s the fuel economy? The Corvette gets an EPA-estimated 19 mpg (15 city/27 highway). Our test Corvette returned 21.8 mpg on our 120-mile mixed-driving evaluation route — not bad when you consider the sort of spirited driving that the Corvette encourages. As with all high-performance cars, single digits are just a good road and a heavy foot away.

Value

8.0/10

Is the Corvette a good value? If you don't find performance to be the strongest argument for buying the Corvette, perhaps it's the pricing. Starting around $60,000, the Corvette is a relative bargain among performance cars. Even if you outfit it with a number of options, whether you're talking the upgraded performance of the Z51 or the enhanced luxury of the 3LT, it's still a reasonable $75,000-$80,000. Build quality has always been a sore spot with Corvettes, but this generation doesn't have that problem. The interior looks and feels premium, and paint and panel gaps are similarly well done.

The three-year/36,000-mile basic warranty and the five-year/50,000-mile powertrain warranty are average for the class. Roadside assistance is covered for the first five years/60,000 miles and the first maintenance visit is free.

Wildcard

10.0/10

It's easy to be impressed by the C8. Its performance rivals that of sports cars costing nearly twice as much, yet the Corvette is still everyday comfortable and practical. But it's the performance that shocks the most. The transformation has been nothing short of jaw-dropping.

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The midlevel 2LT trim is the way to go for overall value. In particular, its standard heated and ventilated seats contribute to a more comfortable cabin, while the blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert makes it easier to know what's behind you. The optional front-end lift system is expensive but entirely worth it. As for the Z51 package, it's great if you're planning on tracking your Corvette, but otherwise feel free to skip it.

Chevrolet Corvette models

The 2022 Chevrolet Corvette is available as a coupe (with a manually removable overhead panel) or as a convertible with a power-retractable hardtop. Its trim levels are the 1LT, 2LT and 3LT. All models are powered by a mid-mounted 6.2-liter V8 engine (490 horsepower, 465 lb-ft of torque) matched with an eight-speed automatic transmission. The Corvette is rear-wheel-drive only.

1LT
Highlight features include:

LED headlights
Leather seats
Keyless entry with push-button start
Digital instrument panel
8-inch touchscreen infotainment system
4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration (with wireless connectivity)
10-speaker Bose audio system
Rear parking sensors

2LT
Midlevel trim upgrades comfort and usability with the following:

Heated and ventilated seats
Heated steering wheel
Navigation system
14-speaker Bose audio system
Wireless smartphone charging
Performance data recorder (records info and video for high-performance driving)
Front-view parking camera
Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line on the windshield)
Digital rearview mirror (allows you to see out the back even with a fully loaded cargo area)
Blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while reversing)

3LT
The top trim level comes with premium materials, such as:

GT2 sport seats
Premium leather upholstery
Leather-wrapped interior panels
Microfiber headliner

Notable options for the Corvette include:

Front lift system (raises the front end of the Corvette at low speeds to help avoid scraping the nose on driveways or speed bumps)
Competition-style bucket seats
Adaptive suspension dampers
Z51 Performance package

Upgraded brakes
Performance suspension (available with optional adaptive dampers)
Performance exhaust (adjustable exhaust sound and 5-hp boost)
Electronically controlled limited-slip rear differential
Performance-oriented stability control system
Aerodynamic enhancements
High-performance tires
Heavy-duty cooling

IMSA GTLM Championship C8.R Edition (3LT only; requires Z51 package)

Limited production of 1,000 cars
Exclusive two-tone graphics and paint
Taller rear wing

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5/5 stars, 2022 corvette

Anne, 03/08/2022

Stingray 2dr Convertible w/3LT (6.2L 8cyl 8AM)

I love my new Vette.This is my 8th Vette since 2000 .The ride is great,quieter,smoother but you feel the power.Love lay out of interior .

5/5 stars, Loving my new C8

Marc B , 05/05/2022

Stingray 2dr Convertible w/2LT (6.2L 8cyl 8AM)

This is my 3rd corvette . I love everything about the the C8 it’s exotic looks , the comfortable ride and it’s power . By far the best corvette I have owned . In the past I owned a 2008 C6 and a 2014 C7.

5/5 stars, Does it Get Any Better than This

Stephen Farkouh, 03/19/2022

Stingray 2dr Convertible w/2LT (6.2L 8cyl 8AM)

I am a life long vette owner and while I have seen it continuously improve over the years, I never expected it could be this good. Speechless!

5/5 stars, Oh, YES!

Senior. 81, 05/16/2022

Stingray 2dr Convertible w/3LT (6.2L 8cyl 8AM)

1977, should have been the C-0, Not worth the gas it burned, 2009 C-6 3LT brought me back to the Corvette fold from Camero/Mustang group. 2022 3LT, Z-51 convertible, Best of the BEST. Bought used with 900 miles on it. MSRP $97500, $124990 lot price. Out the door at $95000 plus C-6 trade in.

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2021 Chevrolet Corvette: Edmunds Top Rated Sports Car | Edmunds Top Rated Awards 2021

SPEAKER 1: In the past year, new sports cars have emerged, but none have matched the combination of driving fun, comfort, technology, versatility, and value as the Chevrolet Corvette, the Edmunds top-rated sports car for the second year in a row. Indeed, it rated so highly that we went out and bought that very car. SPEAKER 2: And now we have constant staff arguments over who gets to take it home. Running the C8 in our long-term test fleet has only solidified our appreciation for what Chevrolet has done. The Corvette is equally at home on a racetrack, a windy road, the main drag, or in stop-and-go traffic. The Corvette's fabulously responsive and excellent sounding V8 maintains its muscle car credentials, while it's new and much talked about mid-engine layout is super-car stuff. Yet the Corvette goes beyond both muscle and super-car expectations, with advanced suspension technology that offers a plush ride, while features like an expansive exterior camera system and front nose lift make daily use stress-free. SPEAKER 1: With a Corvette, Chevrolet's combined an acute understanding of what makes a sports car exciting with a price tag that's within reach of more shoppers. To find another sports car that says fun, quick, and comfortable, you'd have to spend almost twice as much. And soon, they'll be versions with even more performance. In 2021, the best might get even better. [MUSIC PLAYING]

2021 Chevrolet Corvette: Edmunds Top Rated Sports Car | Edmunds Top Rated Awards 2021

NOTE: This video is about the 2021 Chevrolet Corvette, but since the 2022 Chevrolet Corvette is part of the same generation, our earlier analysis still applies.

The 2021 Chevrolet Corvette wins the title of Top Rated Sports Car in the Edmunds Top Rated Awards for 2021. Last year, the Corvette won this award due in large part to the new mid-engine layout, which tremendously enhanced the sports car's performance. Not much has changed from last…

2022 Chevrolet Corvette Features Specs

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Total MSRP	$69,695
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	19 MPG
Cost to Drive	$276/month
Seating	2 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	12.6 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Our experts’ favorite Corvette safety features:

Side Blind Zone Alert: Alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane over is in your blind spot. Helps prevent a collision when changing lanes.
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert: Warns you if a vehicle behind you is about to cross your vehicle's path while you're in reverse. Helpful when backing out of parking spaces.
Rear Camera Mirror: Displays a live camera video feed in the rearview mirror, replacing the reflected image. Helps mitigate the Corvette's limited rear visibility.

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Is the Chevrolet Corvette a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2022 Corvette both on the road and at the track, giving it a 8.5 out of 10. What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the Corvette has 12.6 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Chevrolet Corvette. Learn more

What's new in the 2022 Chevrolet Corvette?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2022 Chevrolet Corvette:

New colors and carbon-fiber trim pieces are available
Race-inspired C8.R Edition offers unique colors and graphics
Part of the eight Corvette generation introduced for 2020

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Is the Chevrolet Corvette reliable?

To determine whether the Chevrolet Corvette is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Corvette. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Corvette's average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2022 Chevrolet Corvette a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2022 Chevrolet Corvette is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2022 Corvette and gave it a 8.5 out of 10. Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2022 Corvette is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2022 Chevrolet Corvette?

The least-expensive 2022 Chevrolet Corvette is the 2022 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 2dr Convertible w/1LT (6.2L 8cyl 8AM). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $68,400.

Other versions include:

Stingray 2dr Convertible w/1LT (6.2L 8cyl 8AM) which starts at $68,400
Stingray 2dr Convertible w/2LT (6.2L 8cyl 8AM) which starts at $75,200
Stingray 2dr Convertible w/3LT (6.2L 8cyl 8AM) which starts at $79,850

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What are the different models of Chevrolet Corvette?

If you're interested in the Chevrolet Corvette, the next question is, which Corvette model is right for you? Corvette variants include Stingray 2dr Convertible w/1LT (6.2L 8cyl 8AM), Stingray 2dr Convertible w/2LT (6.2L 8cyl 8AM), and Stingray 2dr Convertible w/3LT (6.2L 8cyl 8AM). For a full list of Corvette models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more

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