Coupe · Hybrid
Chevrolet Corvette 2020-2026 (C8)
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- Price
- $59,995–$174,995
- MPG
- 19
- Strength: Excellent driving fun
- Strength: Strong value retention
- Watch-out: Poor running costs
- Watch-out: Poor passenger space
How it scores for you10 scores
Mid-engine exotic performance from $59,995 is the bargain of the era; a two-seat cabin and heavy fuel bills are the entire trade-off.
Recalled about half as often as cars of the same model years (over-the-air software recalls count half); 1 of its 10 recalls was serious. About 7% of its owner complaints describe a crash, fire or injury. Based on recalls and serious defect reports — it doesn't capture everyday repairs or problems fixed by warranty extensions. Adjusted -2 points for its wider reputation.
Not yet crash-tested by NHTSA, so this is scored as middle-of-the-road.
About $3,400 a year in fuel (EPA estimate) — cheaper to run than about 16% of cars we track.
12.6 cu ft of cargo space — more than about 40% of other coupes we track.
Two seats and 12.6 cu ft split between frunk and trunk; practical only by exotic standards.
Mid-engine balance, 2.5-s launches, and variants from 495 to 1,064 hp; world-class performance at every rung.
Driver-focused digital cockpit and strong performance telemetry; infotainment is good, not class-leading.
Remarkably civil daily manners for a supercar-rivaling machine, but still a firm, loud two-seater.
SUVs and hybrids usually hold their value better than average.
No published tow rating; all- or four-wheel drive available.
Safety & recalls16 recalls
Not yet rated by NHTSA.
16 recalls · 4 common complaint areas across 2020–2026
- Structure — 10 complaints (2020)
- Recall — Fuel system, gasoline (2026)
- Powertrain — 7 complaints (2021)
2026
- RecallFuel system, gasoline25V536000
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023–2026 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles equipped with a left-side radiator/fan combination. Excess fuel may spill into the vehicle fuel-filler pocket during refueling and leak onto an ignition source.
- RecallEquipment: other: owners/service/other manual26V114000
General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coup
- RecallExterior lighting: lighting control module: software; exterior lighting: turn signal26V213000
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X Coupe, Corvette ZR1X Convertible, Corvette Coupe E-Ray, Corvette Convertible E-Ray, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, 2025 Corvette E-Ray Coupe, Corvette E-Ray Convertible, Corvette Convertible, and Corvette Coupe vehicle
2025
- RecallSeat belts: front: retractor24V418000
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The driver and/or passenger seat belt retractors may lock in a stowed position and become inaccessible to occupants.
- RecallFuel system, gasoline25V536000
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023–2026 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles equipped with a left-side radiator/fan combination. Excess fuel may spill into the vehicle fuel-filler pocket during refueling and leak onto an ignition source.
- RecallExterior lighting: lighting control module: software; exterior lighting: turn signal26V213000
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X Coupe, Corvette ZR1X Convertible, Corvette Coupe E-Ray, Corvette Convertible E-Ray, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, 2025 Corvette E-Ray Coupe, Corvette E-Ray Convertible, Corvette Convertible, and Corvette Coupe vehicle
2024
- RecallSeat belts: front: retractor24V418000
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The driver and/or passenger seat belt retractors may lock in a stowed position and become inaccessible to occupants.
- RecallFuel system, gasoline25V536000
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023–2026 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles equipped with a left-side radiator/fan combination. Excess fuel may spill into the vehicle fuel-filler pocket during refueling and leak onto an ignition source.
2023
- RecallFuel system, gasoline25V536000
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023–2026 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles equipped with a left-side radiator/fan combination. Excess fuel may spill into the vehicle fuel-filler pocket during refueling and leak onto an ignition source.
- Complaint clusterPowertrain7 complaintscomplaints:POWER TRAIN
While driving normally, I was in the middle of a busy highway/intersection when the vehicle suddenly lost power and came to a complete stop. The vehicle shut itself off without warning, leaving the Corvette disabled in the roadway and causing a complete blockage of the road/intersection. Traffic was
- Complaint clusterElectrical5 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Component/System: Fuel System – Fuel Filler / Left-Side Radiator and Cooling Fan Assembly (subject to NHTSA Recall 25V536). What happened: On June 15, 2024, I was refueling my 2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 at a BP gas station in Phillipsburg, New Jersey. As I removed the fuel pump nozzle from the vehi
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other5 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My fiancé, [XXX] died on [XXX], while driving his 2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Convertible . He was passing another car on a straight road ,A witness confirmed he was not speeding excessively. Suddenly, he lost control of the vehicle, crashed, and the car burst into flames. I’ve since learned that
2022
- RecallPowertrain: driveline: driveshaft22V091000
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The rear half-shaft assemblies may be missing one or more ball bearings, which can result in a loss of drive power.
- Complaint clusterElectrical7 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
I have a 2022 Chevrolet Corvette HTC....(Convertible)....brought in December of 2024.....on and around May of 2025, the Cable retractable Top Fail on the Driver Side, it Pop, came loose, broke,....if you are driving with the Top Down and it Rains, this issue will cause the Top to malfunction, and t
- Complaint clusterPowertrain5 complaintscomplaints:POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the began to jerk and hesitate. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the transmission. The contact was informed that
2021
- RecallAirbags: srs malfunction warning lamp/light; electrical system: software21V421000
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Buick Envision, Cadillac CT4, CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Corvette, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL vehicles. The communications gateway module incorrectly processes a loss of communication with the sensing diagnostic module (SDM),
- RecallPowertrain: driveline: driveshaft22V091000
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The rear half-shaft assemblies may be missing one or more ball bearings, which can result in a loss of drive power.
- Complaint clusterPowertrain7 complaintscomplaints:POWER TRAIN
Noise from the rear of the vehicle. Took vehicle in to dealership. The determined that it was a left side loose axle nut. This is clearly a safety issue. It may not have been torqued properly at the factory. The vehicle is a 2021 with only 5500 miles. They did the repair/tightened the axle nut
2020
- RecallElectrical: software; latches/locks/linkages: trunk lid: lock20V461000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The release button located inside the front trunk compartment may not function after the vehicle has been shut off for ten minutes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle S
- RecallElectrical: software; structure: body: trunk lid20V489000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. Despite visual and audible warnings, the vehicle can be driven with the front trunk lid unlatched.
- RecallSeat belts; seat belts: front: retractor20V581000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The driver's seat belt retractor may not lock as intended during a crash.
- RecallBrakes20V588000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Corvette and Cadillac CT4, CT5 and XT4, 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer, and 2020-2021 Buick Encore GX vehicles. Sensor connection contamination in the electronic brake boost system may cause an interruption of communication between the sensor
- Complaint clusterStructure10 complaintscomplaints:STRUCTURE
FRONT HOOD/TRUMP FLEW OPEN @ 20 MPH WHEN DRIVING THROUGH NEIGHBORHOOD. BENT THE LATCHES, DAMAGED THE HOOD AND QUARTER PANEL. LATCH IS FLIMSY AND LACKS BETTER LOCKING MECHANISM TO PROTECT IT FROM OPENING.
- Complaint clusterPowertrain5 complaintscomplaints:POWER TRAIN
My left rear axel/rear differential/ control arm snapped with normal driving and breaking. It is available for inspection. This mechanical failure made me loose control of my vehicle on the busy freeway and threw me across a lane into the freeway center divider. Nearly caused a pile up accident an
Cost to own$35,700 / 5 yr
MSRP, new
$59,995–$174,995
Estimated used price, by model year
$3,400/yr
EPA estimate, combined fuel cost per year.
Specs
City MPG
15
Highway MPG
27
Combined MPG
19
Horsepower
1064 hp
Doors
2
Cargo volume
12.6 cu ft
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