2010 Chevrolet Corvette: Overview

2010 Chevrolet Corvette 

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  • MSRP: $48,930 - $106,880
  • Invoice: $44,282 - $99,398

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Pros

  • Acceleration
  • Steering/handling
  • Brake performance

Cons

  • Entry and exit
  • Quietness
  • Fuel economy (Z06)

Vehicle Highlights

The 2010 Chevrolet Corvette lineup gains a new model, the Grand Sport. Chevy's performance car comes as a coupe and convertible. Both body styles are available in Base and Grand Sport trim levels. Grand Sport replaces the Z51 option package and includes specific styling cues, suspension tuning, brakes, and transmission gearing. These models have a 430-hp 6.2-liter V8 engine. An optional "dual-mode" exhaust system increases horsepower to 436. Transmission choices include a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic. Chevy offers other high-performance Corvette models, the Z06 and ZR1, both available only as coupes. Z06 has a 505-hp 7.0-liter V8, 6-speed manual transmission, specific suspension tuning, tires, and brakes. ZR1 has a supercharged 638-hp 6.2-liter V8 engine and 6-speed manual transmission. ZR1 differs from other Corvettes by its unique suspension tuning and use of lightweight carbon fiber on the hood, roof panel, roof bow, front fascia splitter, and rocker moldings. All manual-transmission Corvette models incorporate GM's new Launch Control, which modulates engine speed in order to maximize grip during full-throttle launches. The ZR1 adds a "Performance Traction Management" system, which automatically adjusts the traction control and suspension to suit high-performance driving. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, and side airbags. Among the available features are a head-up display, navigation system, and wireless cell phone link.

COMPETITION

Consumer Guide Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Offering more power and style than typical Sporty/Performance vehicles, Premium Sporty/Performance Cars usually cost much more and have more comfort and convenience equipment. Two-passenger convertibles and four-seat coupes rule the roost in this class.

Our Best Buys are the Audi A5 and Chevrolet Corvette. Our Recommended pick is the Jaguar XK Series.

New or significantly redesigned models include the Audi A5 (convertible) and Porsche 911.

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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)

Category Convertible, automatic Rating Premium Sporty performance Car Average Rating
Acceleration 10 6.9
Fuel Economy 4 3.6
Ride Quality 4 3.5
Steering/Handling/Braking 10 7.2
Quietness 2 3.6
Controls 6 4.7
Details 6 6.1
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) 5 4.9
Room/Comfort (rear) 0 .6
Cargo Room 2 2.1
Value within Class 9 4.7
Total Score: 58 47.9

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