Chevrolet has unleashed the unthinkable with the 2025 Corvette ZR1, marking the return of the King of the Hill with unparalleled power, iconic design, and cutting-edge technology. Available in both coupe and convertible variants, the ZR1 sets a new standard for American supercars.
Unmatched Power and Performance
At the heart of the Corvette ZR1 is the groundbreaking 5.5L twin-turbocharged DOHC flat-plane crank V8 engine, known as the LT7. This powerhouse delivers a staggering 1,064 horsepower at 7,000 rpm and 828 lb-ft of torque at 6,000 rpm, making it the most powerful V8 ever produced by an American automaker. The ZR1 boasts a GM-estimated top speed of over 215 mph and a sub-10-second quarter-mile time, cementing its place among the world’s elite supercars.
Advanced Engineering and Aerodynamics
The Corvette ZR1’s engineering is second to none. The LT7 engine, based on the LT6 architecture, incorporates twin turbochargers for the first time in a factory Corvette. With features like CNC machined ports, dual ball-bearing turbochargers, and intelligent anti-lag calibration, the LT7 engine is designed for maximum performance and responsiveness.
Aerodynamics play a crucial role in the ZR1’s performance. The carbon fiber aero package generates over 1,200 pounds of downforce at top speed, ensuring stability and control. The optional ZTK performance package further enhances track capabilities with a high-downforce rear wing, front dive planes, and Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R tires.
Iconic Design and Innovation
The 2025 Corvette ZR1 revives the iconic split rear window design, last seen on the C2-generation Corvette. This carbon fiber “spine” not only pays homage to Corvette’s heritage but also improves engine cooling. The ZR1’s design emphasizes both form and function, with a focus on aerodynamics and cooling efficiency.
Inside, the ZR1 offers a driver-focused cockpit with unique ZR1 badging, a new stitch pattern, and a boost gauge. Customers can choose from various customization options, including new exterior colors like Competition Yellow and Hysteria Purple, and interior options like the Habanero interior and Blue Stitch package.
Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 (2025) Specs
- Engine Type: 5.5L twin-turbocharged DOHC flat-plane crank V8 (LT7)
- Horsepower: 1,064 hp at 7,000 rpm (793 kW)
- Torque: 828 lb-ft at 6,000 rpm (1,122 Nm)
- Top Speed: Over 215 mph (346 km/h) (GM-estimated)
- Quarter Mile Time: Sub-10 seconds (GM-estimated)
- 0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): Under 3 seconds (GM-estimated)
- Turbochargers: Dual ball-bearing, mono-scroll (76 mm) with electronic wastegates
- Cooling: Added block and head machining for turbo cooling and oiling
- Fuel Injection: Secondary port fuel injection system
- Transmission: Enhanced eight-speed dual-clutch with upgraded components
Set to enter production in 2025 at GM’s Bowling Green Assembly Plant in Kentucky, the Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 promises to push the boundaries of performance and design. It joins the Corvette Stingray, Z06, and E-Ray in elevating the Corvette family to new s.
Source: Chevrolet
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