Update: Chevrolet reveals pricing and performance numbers for 2009 Corvette ZR1
December 31st, 1969
Updated with new video of the 2009 Corvette ZR1 being constructed.
Chevrolet has already revealed horsepower and torque figures for its mighty Corvette ZR1 supercar, and now we know what those performance numbers are capable of. The new ZR1 is officially the fastest production Corvette ever, capable of reaching a top speed of 205 mph (330 km/h). Its 0-62mph (0-100km/h) time is a full 0.3 seconds quicker than the already potent Z06, and the quarter mile is passed in just 11.3 seconds at 131mph (210km/h).
If this sounds exciting to you, be prepared to pay at least $103,300 (including an $850 destination charge) for the privilege of owning the ZR1. There’s also a $1,700 gas guzzler tax and a $10,000 options package. Chrome wheels are an additional $2,000.
The EPA-estimated fuel economy rating is 14mpg (16.8) in the city and 20mpg (11.7L/100km) on the highway.
Original: When introduced at the Detroit Auto Show back in January, the 2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1’s power was estimated at more than 100hp for each liter of its 6.2L of supercharged V8. GM has lived up to that promise and delivered an official SAE certified power rating of 638hp (476kW) and 819Nm (604lb-ft) of torque.
This puts the LS9’s output at nearly 103hp per liter, or just about 1.7 horses for each of the engine’s 376 cubic inches. It also makes the new powertrain the most powerful engine ever released by GM in a production car and ensures the Corvette ZR1 is able to reach speeds in excess of 200mph.
The supercharged V8 is hand-built by specially trained technicians at GM’s Performance Build Center in Wixom, Michigan. The site is a unique, small-volume engine production facility that also builds the Corvette Z06’s LS7 engine and other high-performance GM production engines.
Key to the engine’s performance is a forged steel crankshaft with a nine-bolt flange, titanium connecting rods and forged aluminum pistons, rotocast cylinder heads with titanium intake valves and sodium-filled exhaust valves, a dry-sump oiling system with integrated oil coolers and, of course, the positive-displacement Roots-type supercharger.
The design of the supercharger promotes quieter and more efficient performance, while the large, 2.3L displacement ensures adequate air volume at high rpm. Maximum boost pressure is 10.5psi (0.72bar).
The Corvette ZR1 goes on sale in the middle of the year and is tipped to be the most fuel-efficient 600hp-plus vehicle on the market.
2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1Corvette unleashes the mighty ZR1
Updated with new video of the 2009 Corvette ZR1 being constructed.
Chevrolet has already revealed horsepower and torque figures for its mighty Corvette ZR1 supercar, and now we know what those performance numbers are capable of. The new ZR1 is officially the fastest production Corvette ever, capable of reaching a top speed of 205 mph (330 km/h). Its 0-62mph (0-100km/h) time is a full 0.3 seconds quicker than the already potent Z06, and the quarter mile is passed in just 11.3 seconds at 131mph (210km/h).
If this sounds exciting to you, be prepared to pay at least $103,300 (including an $850 destination charge) for the privilege of owning the ZR1. There’s also a $1,700 gas guzzler tax and a $10,000 options package. Chrome wheels are an additional $2,000.
The EPA-estimated fuel economy rating is 14mpg (16.8) in the city and 20mpg (11.7L/100km) on the highway.
Original: When introduced at the Detroit Auto Show back in January, the 2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1’s power was estimated at more than 100hp for each liter of its 6.2L of supercharged V8. GM has lived up to that promise and delivered an official SAE certified power rating of 638hp (476kW) and 819Nm (604lb-ft) of torque.
This puts the LS9’s output at nearly 103hp per liter, or just about 1.7 horses for each of the engine’s 376 cubic inches. It also makes the new powertrain the most powerful engine ever released by GM in a production car and ensures the Corvette ZR1 is able to reach speeds in excess of 200mph.
The supercharged V8 is hand-built by specially trained technicians at GM’s Performance Build Center in Wixom, Michigan. The site is a unique, small-volume engine production facility that also builds the Corvette Z06’s LS7 engine and other high-performance GM production engines.
Key to the engine’s performance is a forged steel crankshaft with a nine-bolt flange, titanium connecting rods and forged aluminum pistons, rotocast cylinder heads with titanium intake valves and sodium-filled exhaust valves, a dry-sump oiling system with integrated oil coolers and, of course, the positive-displacement Roots-type supercharger.
The design of the supercharger promotes quieter and more efficient performance, while the large, 2.3L displacement ensures adequate air volume at high rpm. Maximum boost pressure is 10.5psi (0.72bar).
The Corvette ZR1 goes on sale in the middle of the year and is tipped to be the most fuel-efficient 600hp-plus vehicle on the market.
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Update: Chevrolet reveals pricing and performance numbers for 2009 Corvette ZR1
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Chevrolet has already revealed horsepower and torque figures for its mighty Corvette ZR1 supercar, and now we know what those performance numbers are capable of. The new ZR1 is officially the fastest production Corvette ever, capable of reaching a top speed of 205 mph (330 km/h). Its 0-62mph (0-100km/h) time is a full 0.3 seconds quicker than the already potent Z06, and the quarter mile is passed in just 11.3 seconds at 131mph (210km/h).
If this sounds exciting to you, be prepared to pay at least $103,300 (including an $850 destination charge) for the privilege of owning the ZR1. There’s also a $1,700 gas guzzler tax and a $10,000 options package. Chrome wheels are an additional $2,000.
The EPA-estimated fuel economy rating is 14mpg (16.8) in the city and 20mpg (11.7L/100km) on the highway.
Original: When introduced at the Detroit Auto Show back in January, the 2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1’s power was estimated at more than 100hp for each liter of its 6.2L of supercharged V8. GM has lived up to that promise and delivered an official SAE certified power rating of 638hp (476kW) and 819Nm (604lb-ft) of torque.
This puts the LS9’s output at nearly 103hp per liter, or just about 1.7 horses for each of the engine’s 376 cubic inches. It also makes the new powertrain the most powerful engine ever released by GM in a production car and ensures the Corvette ZR1 is able to reach speeds in excess of 200mph.
The supercharged V8 is hand-built by specially trained technicians at GM’s Performance Build Center in Wixom, Michigan. The site is a unique, small-volume engine production facility that also builds the Corvette Z06’s LS7 engine and other high-performance GM production engines.
Key to the engine’s performance is a forged steel crankshaft with a nine-bolt flange, titanium connecting rods and forged aluminum pistons, rotocast cylinder heads with titanium intake valves and sodium-filled exhaust valves, a dry-sump oiling system with integrated oil coolers and, of course, the positive-displacement Roots-type supercharger.
The design of the supercharger promotes quieter and more efficient performance, while the large, 2.3L displacement ensures adequate air volume at high rpm. Maximum boost pressure is 10.5psi (0.72bar).
The Corvette ZR1 goes on sale in the middle of the year and is tipped to be the most fuel-efficient 600hp-plus vehicle on the market.
2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
Corvette unleashes the mighty ZR1
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Meet the top commenters on the LeaderboardBy HECTOR #1, Posted: 4/25/2008
This is crazy!
I would like to see a comparison test between the ZR1, the Carrera GT and the Enzo. And throw the GT3 and the 599GTB in there for good measure. I just would like to see how they compare. Now the ZR1 has the power but does it have everything else?
By chris #2, Posted: 4/25/2008
hector; i'm interested myself. expect this car to make it onto top gear as soon as possible. you may just see that comparison test.
I know that chevy benchmarked the new C6 with the F430, and my understanding is that it's actually quite good for the money.
as far as this monster though... the GT3, R8, and even the 599 might have a hard time... actually... i'd be willing to guarantee they'd be left in the dust. enzo is a class of its own and the carrera,... like wise.
They've surely done extensive tuning on this thing be even then... when you're talking about a car that is a full 100 hp stronger than the rest of the cars that you listed... well... subtle losses in the handling can be grossly compensated with a little more throttle.
By Alan #3, Posted: 4/25/2008
In a straight line, i think ZR1 would easily thrash GT3 and most likely will leave the 599GTB in it's wake as well. As for CGT and Enzo, that's harder to say, but i wouldn't be surprised if ZR1 can just edge ahead or stay with them with all that power and torque. However, it will be handling in the corners that will be the real challenge
By chris #4, Posted: 4/25/2008
yeah but for a significantly lower bottom line..... who the heck cares.
By Gus #5, Posted: 4/25/2008
Quite a car.
I'd love to see what it feels like to just nail that throttle while crusing along at 30 or so. Must be such a rush...
By rickybobby #6, Posted: 4/25/2008
I still think this would be a comparison with the 599
it is more similar to that than the enzo because of its platform, and suspension set-up.
Also remember that the 599 is really just as fast as the enzo.
By Gus #7, Posted: 4/25/2008
Yes, but the price!
It's always something people forget, just how (relatively) cheap these cars are...
By Ivan #8, Posted: 4/25/2008
Gus, it will feel amazing to nail that throttle even at 100mph. With this much power
it's a scary car to drive at any speed.
By Layne #9, Posted: 4/25/2008
Score one for pushrods!
By C6 Owner #10, Posted: 4/25/2008
PRICE, PRICE, PRICE!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Need I say more???? Whatever this car lacks, can be upgraded for a few or even several thousand dollars more.-And still cost a FRACTION of the 'competitors'. -And it can be driven daily without killing you on the gas bill side. That's one of the several things that make this car TRUE "Daily Driver"-not just the bargain price.
By vb #11, Posted: 6/17/2008
The only car that can really outpower the Corvette in the "bang for the buck" category would have to be a Nissan GTR.
By admin #12, Posted: 6/17/2008
vb - one interesting factor where it may beat the GT-R is in terms of driving pleasure. We've heard quite a few comments about the GT-R feeling very "disconnected" for the driver. The ZR-1 might be a bit slower around a track but it could be a hell of a lot more fun to drive.
By bambam #13, Posted: 6/17/2008
No GT-R is fun to drive, it makes a crap driver into a good one with all its technology, that is the only fun you get and beating your time and others is also good and fun. But getting it sideways and a bit of wheel spin is very unllikely without some tunning.
By burke #14, Posted: 6/17/2008
They got the engine. They must continue to improve the bodywork...
By chris #15, Posted: 6/18/2008
admin.. right you are. on tarmac, nothing beats front engine, rear wheels. on gravel, AWD baby.
burke; the body work or the styling in general? It's not the most stylized supercar on the market but half the fun of owning this car would be the fact that theres no external differentiation between this and the C model except a little more ground effects and a clear plastic bump in the hood. everyone sees a corvette every day in the USA and Canada, so in it's own way, this car is a sleeper. a $100k 200mph sleeper based on an already blistering car.
By burke #16, Posted: 6/18/2008
Chris. I saw the ZR-1 running around Nurburgring and I noticed that it tends to oversteer on the curves, that caused the car many times to significantly reduce speed before taking curves. Taking curves at full gas should be part of the fun too, I think. I have seen oher tuned vettes like the Lingenfelters' and the bodywork can't seem to handle any engine power above 500HP. It is almost impossible for a twin turbo vette to run on a straight line at full throttle. What's the point of having 600+ horses in your car if you as a driver can not harness them? It's kind of sad to know that this car with all the power and speed is able to deploy plus the style and the reputation from all the victories at Le Mans and Sebring can not catch up with a Nissan GT-R or a Porsche around the Nordschleife???
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