Short, fast, and fiercely innovative, the all-new 2026 Corvette C8 ZR1X moves Chevrolet into uncharted hypercar territory. Engineers fused racing-grade hardware with street usability to create a car that can:
Out-launch most electric supercars
Out-corner GT3 race machines
Still crawl through downtown in near-silent EV mode
This landing page walks you through every highlight so shoppers, enthusiasts, and collectors understand exactly why the ZR1X belongs on their radar.
Unmatched Powertrain
Twin-Turbo 5.5 L LT7 V8
1,064 hp, 828 lb-ft of torque
Flat-plane crank for an 8,600-rpm redline and spine-tingling soundtrack
Titanium connecting rods and sodium-filled valves for race-ready durability
Front Electric Motor
186 hp axial-flux unit integrated with a torque-vectoring front transaxle
Instantly fills turbo lag, then fine-tunes corner entry with left-right power shifts
12-kWh liquid-cooled battery mounted low in the frunk for crisp turn-in
Total System Output
1,250 hp, enough to eclipse legendary hypercars, yet paired with:
Start-stop functionality for daily efficiency
A 20-mile EV range that qualifies some owners for local green-vehicle perks
Performance Numbers
0–60 mph: under two seconds — on street tires
Quarter-mile: under nine seconds at 160 mph
Top speed: projected 225+ mph with the low-drag aero kit
Why it matters: Hybrid power is no longer a fuel-saver stereotype, it is a performance multiplier that keeps the V8 roaring while slashing turbo lag and unlocking all-wheel-drive traction on launch.
Performance-Oriented Design
Carbon-Fiber Aero Kit
Front splitter, dive planes, flat undertray, and a manually adjustable rear wing
Generates 1,200 lbs of downforce at 186 mph, keeping the Michelin Cup 2R tires glued
ZTK Track Pack (standard)
Multimatic DSSV dampers calibrated for 1.45 lateral g
Carbon-ceramic rotors with 10-piston front calipers, fade-free over 150 laps
20-inch front, 21-inch rear forged wheels, 25 lb lighter per corner
Active Cooling
Roof-mounted NACA ducts feed charge-coolers
Rear fascia louvers evacuate heat, reducing engine-bay temps by 30 °F
Stealth Mode
Selectable from the steering-wheel “Z-Mode” button
City-center or early-morning departures at speeds up to 45 mph with zero exhaust noise
Release and Pricing
Milestone
Detail
Driver-Centric Technology
Performance Traction Management Pro (PTM Pro)
Five presets: Wet, Sport, Race, Qualifying, Valet
Machine-learning algorithm adapts power delivery in real time based on tire temperature
12-inch Configurable Cluster + 9-inch HUD
Boost pressure bars, G-meter, hybrid power flow, lap delta overlay
“Drag Strip” view replaces the tach with an inch-tall shift-light ribbon
Real-Time Telemetry Suite
Logs 84 channels of data to an SD card or pushes directly to the MyChevy cloud app
Compatible with Garmin Catalyst and popular motorsport analysis platforms
Regen Braking 2.0
Two paddles let the driver dial in regen intensity corner by corner
Captures up to 80 kW, enough to add two EV miles during a five-lap cool-down session
Why It Matters
America’s First Hybrid Hypercar
Proves Detroit can merge sustainability with visceral V8 power
Answers European exotics with an accessible service network and lower cost of ownership
Tech Transfer to Future Corvettes
Torque-vectoring lessons will filter into the base Stingray and Z06
Battery packaging paves the way for a rumored fully electric C9
Track Day Democratization
Factory warranty covers closed-course events if maintenance guidelines are met
Over-the-air updates ensure the ECU and PTM maps evolve with tire compounds and owner feedback
Brand Halo Effect
Draws younger, tech-savvy buyers to Chevrolet showrooms
Inspires fresh merchandise, simulator tie-ins, and esports partnerships
FAQS
A twin-turbo 5.5 L LT7 V8 paired with a 186-hp front electric motor, combining for 1,250 hp.
It sprints 0–60 mph in under two seconds and clears the quarter-mile in less than nine seconds.
It is a hybrid. You can drive short distances in EV-only “Stealth Mode,” yet enjoy the V8’s roar on back roads.
Expect a starting price near $200,000, with Lightweight Track Editions climbing higher due to added carbon content.
Absolutely. The ZTK Track Pack, carbon-ceramic brakes, and PTM Pro calibration make it turn-key track compliant.
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