Chevrolet Corvette
The 2026 Chevrolet Corvette presents an excellent reliability outlook, with zero reported recalls or complaints.
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Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
| Year | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | City L/100 km | Highway L/100 km | Combined L/100 km | Fuel-economy range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 16 | 25 | 19 | 14.7 | 9.41 | 12.38 | — |
| 2025 | 16 | 25 | 19 | 14.7 | 9.41 | 12.38 | — |
| 2024 | 16 | 25 | 19 | 14.7 | 9.41 | 12.38 | — |
| 2023 | 16 | 24 | 19 | 14.7 | 9.8 | 12.38 | — |
| 2022 | 16 | 24 | 19 | 14.7 | 9.8 | 12.38 | — |
| 2021 | 15 | 27 | 19 | 15.68 | 8.71 | 12.38 | — |
| 2020 | 15 | 27 | 19 | 15.68 | 8.71 | 12.38 | — |
| 2019 | 15 | 25 | 18 | 15.68 | 9.41 | 13.07 | 15-25 mpg combined |
| 2018 | 13 | 23 | 16 | 18.09 | 10.23 | 14.7 | — |
| 2017 | 13 | 23 | 16 | 18.09 | 10.23 | 14.7 | — |
| 2016 | 13 | 23 | 16 | 18.09 | 10.23 | 14.7 | 16 mpg combined |
| 2015 | 13 | 21 | 16 | 18.09 | 11.2 | 14.7 | — |
| 2014 | 16 | 27 | 20 | 14.7 | 8.71 | 11.76 | — |
| 2013 | 14 | 21 | 17 | 16.8 | 11.2 | 13.84 | — |
| 2012 | 14 | 21 | 17 | 16.8 | 11.2 | 13.84 | — |
| 2011 | 14 | 20 | 16 | 16.8 | 11.76 | 14.7 | — |
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Engine code | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque | Engine configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | coupe | 8 | 6.2 | Premium | — | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2025 | coupe | 8 | 6.2 | Premium | — | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2024 | chassis_cab | 8 | 6.2 | Premium | — | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2023 | chassis_cab | 8 | 6.2 | Regular | — | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2022 | chassis_cab | 8 | 6.2 | Premium | — | Automatic | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2021 | chassis_cab | 8 | 6.2 | Premium | — | Automatic | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2020 | chassis_cab | 8 | 6.2 | Premium | — | Automatic | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2019 | chassis_cab | 8 | 6.2 | Premium | — | Automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 460 hp | 465 lb-ft | V8 |
| 2018 | chassis_cab | 8 | 6.2 | Premium | — | Automatic (S8) | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2017 | chassis_cab | 8 | 6.2 | Premium | — | Automatic (S8) | RWD/Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2016 | chassis_cab | 8 | 6.2 | Premium | LT1 | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 455-460 hp | 460-465 lb-ft | V8 |
| 2015 | chassis_cab | 8 | 6.2 | Premium | — | Automatic (S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2014 | sedan | 8 | 6.2 | Premium | — | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2013 | sedan | 8 | 6.2 | Premium | — | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2012 | sedan | 8 | 6.2 | Premium | — | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2011 | sedan | 8 | 6.2 | Premium | — | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
| Year | msrp | pricing | Trim | currency | Base MSRP | MSRP range | Confidence | notes | Source | estimatedAt | Base price | Series |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | — | Trim: Preferred 2LT | Preferred 2LT | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | — | Trim: Preferred 2LT | Preferred 2LT | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | — | Trim: Preferred 2LT | Preferred 2LT | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2020 | — | Trim: Premium 3LT | Premium 3LT | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $55,900, MSRP range: $55,900 - $80,000+, Confidence: 0.8, notes: Base price for Stingray, higher trims and options increase price significantly., Source: llm_estimate, estimatedAt: 5/9/2026 | Base price: $61,450, Series: Grand Sport Standard 1LT (Manual), Trim: Stingray Preferred 2LT | Stingray Preferred 2LT | USD | $55,900 | $55,900 - $80,000+ | 0.8 | Base price for Stingray, higher trims and options increase price significantly. | llm_estimate | 5/9/2026 | $61,450 | Grand Sport Standard 1LT (Manual) |
| 2018 | — | Base price: $65,240, Trim: Stingray Preferred 2LT | Stingray Preferred 2LT | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | $65,240 | — |
| 2017 | — | Base price: $79,450, Trim: Stingray Standard 1LT w/Z51 | Stingray Standard 1LT w/Z51 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | $79,450 | — |
| 2016 | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $55,400, MSRP range: $55,400 - $77,900, Confidence: 0.9, notes: MSRP range for Stingray and Z06 trims., Source: llm_estimate, estimatedAt: 5/9/2026 | — | — | USD | $55,400 | $55,400 - $77,900 | 0.9 | MSRP range for Stingray and Z06 trims. | llm_estimate | 5/9/2026 | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | bodyAndInterior | mechanical | Keyless ignition | GVWR | Seat rows | Steering location | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | 2 | 2 | 357 | 12.6 | Keyless ignition: Standard | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | 2 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 1 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | 2 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 1 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 107.2, Front wheel: 19, Rear wheel: 20 | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 1 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 107.2 | 19 | 20 |
| 2020 | 2 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 1 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 107.2, Front wheel: 19, Rear wheel: 20 | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 1 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 107.2 | 19 | 20 |
| 2019 | 2 | 2 | 425 | 15 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 1 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 106.7, Front wheel: 19, Rear wheel: 20 | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 1 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 106.7 | 19 | 20 |
| 2018 | 2 | 2 | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 1 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 106.7, Front wheel: 19, Rear wheel: 20 | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 1 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 106.7 | 19 | 20 |
| 2017 | 2 | 2 | 425 | 15 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 1 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 106.7, Front wheel: 18, Rear wheel: 19 | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 1 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 106.7 | 18 | 19 |
| 2016 | 2 | 2 | 424 | 15 | — | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — | — | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | 2 | 2 | 425 | 15 | — | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | — | — | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | Rated vehicle | abs | nhtsaSafetyRatings | esc | tractionControl | tpms | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotMonitoring | blindSpotIntervention | laneDepartureWarning | rearCamera | rearAeb | parkAssist | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | rearCrossTrafficAlert |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2026 CHEVROLET CORVETTE C N/A RWD | standard | Rated vehicle: 2026 CHEVROLET CORVETTE C N/A RWD | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — |
| 2024 | 2024 Chevrolet Corvette C RWD | standard | Rated vehicle: 2024 Chevrolet Corvette C RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — |
| 2023 | 2023 Chevrolet Corvette C RWD | standard | Rated vehicle: 2023 Chevrolet Corvette C RWD | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | standard | — | — | standard | — | — | — | standard | standard |
| 2022 | — | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | standard | — | — | standard | — | — | — | standard | standard |
| 2021 | 2021 Chevrolet Corvette C RWD | standard | Rated vehicle: 2021 Chevrolet Corvette C RWD | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | — | — | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| 2020 | 2020 Chevrolet Corvette C RWD | standard | Rated vehicle: 2020 Chevrolet Corvette C RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | standard | — | — | standard | — | — | standard | standard | standard |
| 2019 | 2019 Chevrolet Corvette C RWD | standard | Rated vehicle: 2019 Chevrolet Corvette C RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | — | — | standard | — | — | standard | standard | — |
| 2018 | 2018 Chevrolet Corvette C RWD | standard | Rated vehicle: 2018 Chevrolet Corvette C RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | — | — | standard | — | — | standard | standard | — |
| 2017 | 2017 Chevrolet Corvette C RWD | standard | Rated vehicle: 2017 Chevrolet Corvette C RWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | — | — | standard | — | — | standard | standard | — |
| 2016 | 2016 Chevrolet Corvette C RWD | — | Rated vehicle: 2016 Chevrolet Corvette C RWD | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | 2015 Chevrolet Corvette C RWD | — | Rated vehicle: 2015 Chevrolet Corvette C RWD | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | 2014 Chevrolet Corvette C RWD | — | Rated vehicle: 2014 Chevrolet Corvette C RWD | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette C RWD | — | Rated vehicle: 2013 Chevrolet Corvette C RWD | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette C RWD | — | Rated vehicle: 2012 Chevrolet Corvette C RWD | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette C RWD | — | Rated vehicle: 2011 Chevrolet Corvette C RWD | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Technology & electrification
Listed infotainment, equipment, battery, and charging data.
Model year reports
2026
NewestThe 2026 Chevrolet Corvette presents an excellent reliability outlook, with zero reported recalls or complaints.
2025
The 2025 Chevrolet Corvette is rated below average for reliability, with significant concerns around its fuel system and structural integrity.
2024
The 2024 Chevrolet Corvette is rated below average for reliability, with significant safety concerns noted in recalls and complaints, including critical fire risk and sudden power loss.
2023
The 2023 Chevrolet Corvette presents a compelling performance package, but buyers should proceed with caution due to documented powertrain and electrical system concerns.
2022
The 2022 Chevrolet Corvette presents a mixed reliability picture.
2021
The 2021 Chevrolet Corvette offers performance, but its average reliability, marked by significant low-mileage powertrain and electrical issues, demands careful inspection.
2020
The 2020 Chevrolet Corvette presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to frequent front trunk lid unlatching issues.
2019
The 2019 Chevrolet Corvette is a performance car with a below-average reliability verdict, primarily due to widespread wheel issues.
2018
The 2018 Chevrolet Corvette presents a compelling performance package, but buyers must proceed with caution.
2017
The 2017 Chevrolet Corvette presents significant reliability concerns, primarily due to widespread wheel rim cracking and bending issues.
2016
The 2016 Chevrolet Corvette presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to significant concerns with wheel integrity.
2015
The 2015 Chevrolet Corvette presents a compelling performance package but carries a 'Below Average' reliability verdict.
2014
The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette is rated below average for reliability, with significant concerns around fuel leaks and power steering.
2013
The 2013 Chevrolet Corvette presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to significant concerns with its fuel system and potential fire hazards.
2012
The 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is generally considered below average for reliability and should be bought carefully.
2011
The 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is rated below average for reliability, primarily due to significant fuel system leaks that pose a fire hazard.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Chevrolet Corvette?
Carfocal currently has 16 published Corvette reports, covering 2011 through 2026. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2026 Chevrolet Corvette presents an excellent reliability outlook, with zero reported recalls or complaints.
Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
Is the Chevrolet Corvette reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Chevrolet Corvette. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2026 chevrolet corvette presents an excellent reliability outlook, with zero reported recalls or complaints. and the 2026 corvette's value proposition is strong, especially given its excellent initial reliability. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
16 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Chevrolet Corvette?
Across Carfocal's published Corvette guides, recurring problem areas include Transmission, Electrical System, and Fuel System. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Transmission, Electrical System, and Fuel System.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 16
- Years tracked
- 16
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints