2025 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray

Performance

The Corvette Stingray gets a naturally aspirated 6.2-liter V8, making up to 495 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque with the available Z51 package. While the Corvette line’s power output ratings reach the stratosphere in the Z06 and E-Ray configurations, the “basic” Stingray is more than powerful enough for the average enthusiast. It’s capable of a 0-60 mph time of less than three seconds with the available Z51 package.  

Up front, the suspension starts with a short/long arm double wishbone architecture, supported by forged aluminum upper and cast aluminum L-shape lower control arms. Monotube shock absorbers complete the set-up. An adjustable front lift with memory is available. In the rear, another set of short/long arm double wishbones with forged aluminum upper and cast aluminum L-shape lower control arms is also present. In addition, a direct-acting stabilizer bar and monotube shock absorbers finish the set-up. Selective Magnetic Ride Control 4.0 is available.   

Variable-ratio rack-and-pinion with electric power assist is also standard. It also includes Active Steer Stops with available Magnetic Ride Control 4.0. Front and rear E-boost-assisted discs with Brembo four-piston/two-piece front calipers and four-piston/monobloc rear calipers help stop the 2025 Corvette Stingray. The Z51 package will include Brembo four-piston monobloc calipers, front and rear. 

Exterior

The move to a mid-engine layout for the Corvette brought new opportunities from a styling and design standpoint. Chevrolet morphed the Corvette’s long, sleek body into a new, equally impressive shape that features a low hood and muscular rear end to house the roaring V8 powertrains.  

Even while sitting still, all models look and feel aggressive, so don’t start thinking the Stingray is tame. Wheel sizes are staggered, with 19-inch front and 20-inch rear wheels standard.

Interior

With the move to a mid-engine setup, the Corvette retained its iconic two-seat layout, and its interior is easily one of the nicest in Chevrolet’s lineup. A unique flat top/bottom steering wheel highlights the tech-packed cabin, which offers two deep, heavily bolstered sport seats. Chevrolet offers a range of color options. The large plank of buttons remains mounted between the driver and passenger, and all controls and buttons are canted toward the driver for a more focused experience.    

Technology

The 2025 Corvette Stingray is equipped with an 8-inch touchscreen and 12-inch digital gauge cluster as standard equipment. The system brings wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, SiriusXM radio, HD radio, ten speakers, and more. Higher trims add navigation, wireless phone charging, and an upgraded 14-speaker stereo.  

The infotainment touchscreen is a responsive unit with bright, crisp graphics. Snappy operation aside, Chevrolet’s infotainment software is intuitive and quick to use, making driving less distracting.  

Safety and Driver Assistance

Neither the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) nor the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) have tested the 2025 Corvette Stingray yet, either due to its newness on the market or because the costs associated with crashing sports cars are too great. It comes standard with a rear parking assistance system, and Chevrolet offers a range of advanced driver aids as standard.  

Standard features include Rear Park Assist, Following Distance Indicator, Forward Collision Alert, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, IntelliBeam auto high beams, Automatic Emergency Braking, Front Pedestrian and Bicyclist Braking, Rear Camera Mirror and Head-Up Display, and HD Rear Vision Camera. On 2LZ and 3LZ models, you also get standard HD Front and Rear Vision Cameras with front curb view, Rear Camera Mirror, Side Blind Zone Alert, and Rear Cross Traffic Alert.