Chevrolet Corvette Coupe (C7) Z06 6.2 V8 (659 Hp) Automatic
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 (C7) Overview:
Chevrolet Corvette (Coupe (C7)). With 881 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1598 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 3.7 s). The top speed reaches 315 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 659 hp.
- • Sporty acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 3.7 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: 14.1 L/100 km combined.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Coupe (C6): 2009 - 2013).
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| Brand: | Chevrolet |
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| Model: | Corvette |
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| Generation: | Coupe (C7) |
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| Modification (Engine): | Z06 6.2 V8 (659 Hp) Automatic |
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| Start of production: | 2014 |
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| End of production: | 2019 |
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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: |
| Power: | 659 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 106.9 Hp/l [44mm more] |
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| Torque: | 881 Nm @ 3600 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | LT4 More details about the engine LT4 |
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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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| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Supercharger, Intercooler |
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| Valvetrain: | VVT |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 9.3 l |
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| Coolant: | 11.2 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 103.25 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 92 mm mm |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 22 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.5 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 14.1 l/100 km |
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| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 3.7 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 3.7 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 315 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 2.4 kg/Hp, 412.4 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 1.8 kg/Nm, 551.3 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 3.5 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1598 |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4519 mm mm [44mm more] |
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| Width: | 1966 mm mm [38mm more] |
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| Height: | 1234 mm mm [3mm less] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2710 mm mm [25mm more] |
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| Front track: | 1613 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1588 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.5 m [above average] |
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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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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [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 | P285/30 ZR19; P335/25 ZR20 |
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| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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