Chevrolet Corvette Coupe (C8) Stingray 6.2 V8 (482 Hp) DCT
Chevrolet Corvette:
The Chevrolet Corvette is a line of American two-door, two-seater sports cars manufactured and marketed by General Motors under the Chevrolet marque since 1953. Throughout eight generations, indicated sequentially as C1 to C8, the Corvette is noted for its performance, distinctive styling, lightweight fiberglass or composite bodywork, and competitive pricing. The Corvette has had domestic mass-produced two-seater competitors fielded by American Motors, Ford, and Chrysler; it is the only one continuously produced by a United States auto manufacturer. It serves as Chevrolet's halo car....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Coupe (C8) Overview:
Chevrolet Corvette (Coupe (C8)). With 613 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1735 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 3.5 s). The top speed reaches 296 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • High-performance engine delivering 482 hp.
- • Sporty acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 3.5 sec.
- • Rear-wheel drive layout for enhanced handling and balance.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Direct fuel injection technology for optimized combustion.
Cons:
- • Relatively high fuel consumption: 12.1 L/100 km combined.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Coupe (C7): 2018 - 2019).
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| Brand: | Chevrolet |
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| Model: | Corvette |
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| Generation: | Coupe (C8) |
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| Modification (Engine): | Stingray 6.2 V8 (482 Hp) DCT |
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| Start of production: | 2020 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Coupe |
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| Seats: | 2 |
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| Doors: | 2 |
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| Engine: |
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
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| Power: | 482 Hp @ 6450 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 78.2 Hp/l [67mm more] |
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| Torque: | 613 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | LT2 More details about the engine LT2 |
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| Engine displacement: | 6162 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
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| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | OHV |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 7.1 l |
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| Coolant: | 21.8 l |
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| Engine layout: | Middle, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 103.25 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 92 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 11.5:1 |
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| Maximum engine speed: | 6600 rpm. |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Combined fuel consumption (WLTP): | 12.1 l/100 km |
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| Emission standard: | Euro 6d |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 3.5 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 3.5 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 296 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 3.6 kg/Hp, 278.6 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 2.8 kg/Nm, 354.3 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 3.3 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1730-1740 |
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| Max. weight: | 1980 |
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| Max load: | 240-250 |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4634 mm mm [67mm more] |
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| Width: | 1934 mm mm [32mm less] |
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| Height: | 1235 mm mm [3mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2722 mm mm [12mm more] |
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| Front track: | 1647 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1590 mm |
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| Front overhang: | 1037 mm |
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| Rear overhang: | 875 mm |
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| Ride height (ground clearance): | 81 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.6 m [above average] |
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| Approach angle: | 8° |
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| Departure angle: | 13.8° |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 8 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Gearbox type | DCT |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 345x30 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 350x27 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 245/35 R19 |
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| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 8.5J x 19 |
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| Front suspension | Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
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| Rear suspension | Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
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