Corvette Celebrates 70 Years with the Electrified, Naturally-Aspirated V8 E-Ray

V8 power coupled with eAWD and electrification — this definitely isn’t your grandpa’s Corvette.

When the iconic Corvette was first revealed at Motorama in New York City seven decades ago, we’re pretty sure Chevy never anticipated an electrified version would be in the books. Well, here we are, a sign of the times, with the first-ever electrified Corvette flossing all-wheel-drive.

Propelled by a burly 6.2L LT2 Small Block V8 (yes, an EV coupe with a V8), what separates the 2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray is the combination of the two separate propulsion systems — the only sports car does so, according to Chevy. 

Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray 3LZ rear spoiler and taillight
Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray 3LZ
Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray 3LZ interior in the drivers seat
Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray 3LZ

This distinct and impressive setup renders the E-Ray as the quickest production Corvette in history, accomplishing the quarter-mile in only 10.5 seconds while hitting 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) in a mere 2.5 seconds — a slight edge over the 2023 V8 Corvette’s 2.6-seconds.

“Corvettes must provide an exhilarating driving experience on backroads and tracks, and E-Ray nails it… The electrification technology enhances the feeling of control in all conditions, adding an unexpected degree of composure.”

Tadge Juechter, executive chief engineer, Corvette

Coupling naturally aspirated V8 power with the electrified responsiveness from an eAWD drivetrain, the E-Ray puts down a whopping 655 horsepower and 470 lb.-ft of torque to the rear axle — with 160 of those horses and 125 lb. ft. of torque courtesy of the electric motor alone. Even better? Ditch the plug-in charging duties because this electrified Vette relies on regenerative energy from coasting and braking. Nice. 

Expect the 2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray to go on sale sometime in 2023, ringing in at $128,798. 

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