2026 Chevy Corvette

Price Range: $70,000 - $218,100

2026 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray Coupe Exterior

Excellent

The 2026 Chevrolet Corvette is bonkers fast, it handles beautifully, and it manages traffic and daily errands reasonably well. The styling may be controversial, but its price and performance certainly are not.Read full review

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$67,125

Edmunds suggested price is based on sales in CA thru 10/26/26, including destination fee, but not other dealer fees. Final assembly in USA.

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

What's new

New top-performing ZR1X debuts
Interior gets a makeover
Part of the eighth Corvette generation launched for 2020

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Overview

Written by automotive expert Mark Takahashi

Updated: 11/8/2026

The Chevrolet Corvette may not be the first American sports car, but it's arguably the most important. In its almost 75 years of history, this two-seat coupe/convertible has evolved to meet the ever-increasing demand for performance, with one of the most significant changes coming in the current generation. It debuted as the first mid-engine Vette, with the engine behind the passenger compartment for greatly improved performance. For 2026, the Corvette gets an updated interior. It features a simplified button and control interface, a bigger center touchscreen, and an additional display screen for the driver. Oh, and there's also the small matter of the new Corvette ZR1X.

Edmunds Expert Rating

edmunds TESTED

Driven, tested, rated by automotive expert Kurt Niebuhr

Excellent

8.0

out of 10

We drove the 2026 Chevrolet Corvette on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.

Driving experience

8.4/10

How does it drive? In any form, the Corvette is a potent performer. At our test track, the most impressive results came from a Corvette coupe optioned with the Z51 performance package. It ripped to 60 mph in just 3.4 seconds and finished the quarter mile in 11.5 seconds at 120 mph. That's serious speed. Even if you choose a less performance-focused Corvette, it's still faster than many other high-performance cars.

Braking and handling are also impressive, with the Corvette managing a short 105-foot stop from 60 mph and a supercar-like 1.09 g on our skidpad. The Corvette's advanced traction and stability control systems are among the best on the market regardless of price; even advanced drivers will appreciate them. Likewise, the eight-speed automatic transmission impresses with its smooth and quick shifts, and the optional MagneRide suspension is well worth the extra cost because it gives the Corvette excellent ride quality for a sports car.

The Corvette's styling makes rear visibility difficult, but Chevrolet has included a live-view digital camera to help. Cameras for parking are very helpful, but shockingly the Corvette lacks many common advanced driver aids, including adaptive cruise control.

Comfort

7.9/10

How comfortable is it? It's a bit more difficult to get into the Corvette than some other higher-riding sports cars, and getting out of it is more difficult still. This predicament is exacerbated in tight parking situations because the doors are long and you have to open them all the way to get out of the car. But buyers will likely figure out a way and won't be too bothered. Once inside, the Corvette offers a few seating options, so it's best to have a test sit in them before you decide on one. We preferred the GT2 seats, and the optional heating and ventilation were appreciated.

Adding to the comfort is the relative lack of wind noise, though tire noise can be prominent on rough road surfaces. While the Corvette's big V8 engine sounds great at wide open throttle, it can sound rattly and noisy around town or while idling at a stoplight.

The climate control system works as well as what's in any other Chevrolet. The vents feature a nifty design but still allow for a lot of airflow.

In-cabin tech

9/10

How’s the tech? The Corvette's 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. An optional nose-lift system can use GPS to remember steep driveways, which is handier than you might imagine.

Storage & cargo

8.3/10

How’s storage and cargo? 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.

Inside, the recent refresh didn't fully resolve some of this car's small-item storage issues, particularly in the door pockets. Still, the storage in the center console is decently deep, and with two wireless charging pads, your phone or phones are kept out of the way, freeing up that space for other items.

Value

7.3/10

Is it a good value? If performance isn't the strongest argument for buying the Corvette, perhaps it's the pricing. 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 pretty reasonable. 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.

MPG

3/10

How’s the fuel economy? The Corvette gets an EPA-estimated 19 mpg in combined city/highway driving. Our test Corvette returned 21.8 mpg on our 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.

X factor

10/10

It's easy to be impressed by the Corvette. 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. Whether you get the coupe or the convertible, the Corvette can easily transition from boulevard cruiser to racetrack crusher.

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Build & Price

Buying Tips for the 2026 Chevrolet Corvette for November

New 2026 Corvette supply is effectively gone at the model level, so skip new-car negotiating and shop the used market first.

There are 466 used Corvettes nationwide, which is far easier to work with than the zero new units shown at the model level. Used prices start around $68,300, so cast a wide net if you want more choice in color, mileage, or options.
Stingray is the used sweet spot for selection. It alone accounts for 281 used listings, while Z06 has 113 and E-Ray just 18, so rare trims will be much harder to comparison shop.
If you do find a remaining new car tied to a specific trim, know that buyers were generally paying about $9,600 below MSRP on average. There are no general customer rebates, and the remaining new inventory metric was sitting on lots for about 148 days, which suggests leftover stock rather than fresh supply.

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2026 Chevrolet Corvette trim level differences

The 2026 Chevrolet Corvette comes as a coupe (with a manually removable roof panel) or as a convertible featuring a power-retractable hardtop. From there, you can pick among the base Stingray, the higher-performance Z06, the E-Ray hybrid, and the extreme ZR1 and ZR1X. Compare the 2026 Chevrolet Corvette trim levels in-depth.

Which Corvette trim does Edmunds recommend?

The 2LT is the way to go for the base Corvette Stingray. It benefits from some added comfort and safety features to enhance the driving experience. The 2LZ is essentially the same thing for the Corvette Z06 and E-Ray.

Competitors to consider

With a price that ranges from $70,000 all the way up to a quarter-million, the 2026 Chevy Corvette has a long list of rivals. On the lower end, you have the Porsche 718 Boxster and Cayman. For more generous six-figure budgets, there's the iconic Porsche 911 and the recently redesigned Mercedes-Benz AMG GT. Once you hit the $200,000 range, it's blown wide open to include the sportiest vehicles from Ferrari, Lamborghini, Aston Martin and McLaren. The Corvette, though, is the only one with a uniquely American heritage.

Edmunds spotlight: ZR1X, the most powerful Corvette ever

If you thought last year's introduction of the 1,064-horsepower ZR1 was as powerful as the Corvette could get, you haven't been paying attention. There's always room for more, and this year's ZR1X drives that point home. It starts with the ZR1's twin-turbo engine that sends power to the rear wheels, then adds the electric motor from the Corvette E-Ray to power the front wheels. Combined, they produce an outlandish 1,250 hp. Chevy says the ZR1X should accelerate it to 60 mph in under 2 seconds. With this form of all-wheel drive, it should also make the ZR1X a demon in the curves thanks to its improved traction.

What's it like to live with?

This generation of Corvettes marked a turning point for the revered American sports car. Knowing how important a vehicle it is, Edmunds' test team added a 2020 Stingray to its test fleet to get a more complete ownership experience. Over the course of 30,000-plus miles, they put the mid-engine Vette through its paces and drag raced it against some of the best sports cars in the world. Read all about it in Edmunds' Corvette One-Year Road Test coverage.

Chevrolet Corvette Reviews

Owner Reviews

4.5

38 reviews

5(76%)

4(7%)

3(9%)

2(3%)

1(5%)

Owners Say

Overall, owner sentiment is mixed. Owners love the Corvette’s fast, exciting drive, sharp looks, comfy seats, and high-tech features, and many say it feels like a great value. Some owners also praise good gas mileage, strong brakes, and easy-to-use cameras and roof options. But others report problems like limited storage, poor visibility, transmission troubles, leaking parts, and other repair issues.

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Cranky shifts

kenneth weiss, 06/20/2024

2024 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 2dr Convertible w/3LT (6.2L 8cyl 8AM)

This is my eight Corvette. Picked up at Bowling Green. By the the time I got to Nashville, I knew something was wrong with the transmission. At 900 miles , GM agreed to replace it. Pretty aggravating to park for a month. GM can do better. Apparently , it sounds like they haven"t mastered the transmission issue.

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2026 Chevrolet Corvette Features & Specs

Type:

Coupe

Trim:

Stingray

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$70,000
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	19 MPG
Cost to Drive	$385/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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Reliability

The 2026 Chevrolet Corvette has a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic warranty and 3 recalls. RepairPal gives it a reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5, ranks it #26 out of 28 among Midsize Cars.

Reliability Rating by RepairPal

3.5 out of 5 stars3.5/5Above Average

#26 out of 28 among Midsize Cars

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.

Cost

$514/yr

vs. $415/yr
for Average Midsize Car

Frequency

0.43x/yr

vs. 0.87x/yr
for Average Midsize Car

Severity

23.7%

vs. 10.2%
for Average Midsize Car

Recalls

3 recalls found

Checking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.

If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).

Recall Number:: 26V213000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: N252541250
Number of vehicles affected:: 32988
Defect Description:: 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."
Defect Consequence:: The driver may be unaware that the turn signal is not working, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:: 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.

Recall Number:: 26V114000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: N252540430
Manufactured from:: 2025-12-01 to 2026-01-28
Number of vehicles affected:: 5485
Defect Description:: 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.”
Defect Consequence:: 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.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 13, 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.

Recall Number:: 25V536000
Manufactured from:: 2024-02-13 to 2025-07-31
Number of vehicles affected:: 23656
Defect Description:: 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.
Defect Consequence:: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will install a shield to divert spilled fuel, free of charge. Owner letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed October 6, 2025. Second letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.

Warranty

3 years / 36,000 miles Basic Warranty

Basic Warranty: 3 years / 36,000 miles
Drivetrain Warranty: 5 years / 60,000 miles
Rust Warranty: 6 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside assistance Warranty: 5 years / 60,000 miles
Free maintenance Warranty: 1 years / unlimited miles

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Safety

Key safety features on the Corvette include:

Back-up camera
Blind Spot Monitoring
Lane Departure Warning
Alarm
Tire Pressure Warning
Stability Control
Pre-collision safety system
Post-collision safety system

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FAQ

Is the Chevrolet Corvette a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2026 Corvette both on the road and at the track, giving it a 8.0 out of 10. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2026 Corvette gets an average rating of 5 stars out of 5 (based on 38 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that carrying capacity for the Corvette ranges from 12.5 to 9.1 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 2026 Chevrolet Corvette?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2026 Chevrolet Corvette:

New top-performing ZR1X debuts
Interior gets a makeover
Part of the eighth Corvette generation launched 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 5-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2026 Chevrolet Corvette a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2026 Chevrolet Corvette is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2026 Corvette and gave it a 8.0 out of 10. Our consumer reviews show that the 2026 Corvette gets an average rating of 5 stars out of 5 (based on 38 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2026 Corvette is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2026 Chevrolet Corvette?

The least-expensive 2026 Chevrolet Corvette is the 2026 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 2dr Coupe w/1LT (6.2L 8cyl 8AM). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $70,000.

Other versions include:

Stingray 2dr Coupe w/1LT (6.2L 8cyl 8AM) which starts at $70,000
Stingray 2dr Coupe w/2LT (6.2L 8cyl 8AM) which starts at $77,100
Stingray 2dr Coupe w/3LT (6.2L 8cyl 8AM) which starts at $81,750
E-Ray 2dr Coupe AWD w/1LZ (6.2L 8cyl gas/electric hybrid 8AM) which starts at $108,600
E-Ray 2dr Coupe AWD w/2LZ (6.2L 8cyl gas/electric hybrid 8AM) which starts at $114,100
Z06 2dr Coupe w/1LZ (5.5L 8cyl 8AM) which starts at $117,700
E-Ray 2dr Coupe AWD w/3LZ (6.2L 8cyl gas/electric hybrid 8AM) which starts at $119,550
Z06 2dr Coupe w/2LZ (5.5L 8cyl 8AM) which starts at $126,600
Z06 2dr Coupe w/3LZ (5.5L 8cyl 8AM) which starts at $131,250
ZR1 2dr Coupe w/1LZ (5.5L 8cyl Turbo 8AM) which starts at $182,000
ZR1 2dr Coupe w/3LZ (5.5L 8cyl Turbo 8AM) which starts at $193,000
ZR1X 2dr Coupe AWD w/1LZ (5.5L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 8AM) which starts at $207,100
ZR1X 2dr Coupe AWD w/3LZ (5.5L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 8AM) which starts at $218,100