The 2026 Corvette lineup gives performance buyers five distinct paths, all built on the same mid-engine platform. From the 490 hp Stingray to the 1,250 hp ZR1X, the range runs from everyday sports-car thrills into genuine hypercar territory. Picking the right one starts with how you plan to drive.

This guide breaks down each trim by powertrain, drivetrain, braking and the performance package that sharpens it. It also explains the equipment tiers so you can match comfort and interior features to the model you want. Here is how the five Corvettes stack up.

Stingray: The 490 hp Starting Point

The Stingray anchors the lineup with a 6.2L LT2 V8 making 490 hp and 465 lb-ft of torque, sent to the rear wheels through an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission. Standard four-wheel disc brakes measure 321 mm front and 339 mm rear. It pairs daily usability with real track potential.

• Engine: 6.2L V8, 490 hp and 465 lb-ft, rear-wheel drive
• Z51 Performance Package adds larger brakes, performance suspension, an electronic limited-slip differential and a heavy-duty cooling system
• Magnetic Selective Ride Control available for adaptive damping
• 357 L of cargo space across the front and rear compartments

E-Ray: 655 hp and All-Wheel Drive

The E-Ray is the first all-wheel-drive Corvette. Its 6.2L V8 drives the rear wheels with 495 hp and 470 lb-ft, while a 160 hp electric motor powers the front axle for 655 hp combined. Carbon ceramic brakes are standard, and the battery charges through regeneration with no plug required.

• Powertrain: 6.2L V8 plus front electric motor, 655 hp combined, electrified all-wheel drive
• Standard carbon ceramic brakes and Magnetic Selective Ride Control
• ZER Performance Package adds high-performance tires and ZER suspension tuning
• Added traction from the electrified front axle in mixed conditions

Z06: 670 hp Naturally Aspirated Flat-Plane V8

The Z06 runs a 5.5L LT6 flat-plane-crank V8 that revs to 8,400 rpm and makes 670 hp and 460 lb-ft, the most powerful naturally aspirated V8 in a production Corvette. Standard six-piston front brakes and Magnetic Selective Ride Control back it up.

• Engine: 5.5L flat-plane V8, 670 hp at 8,400 rpm, rear-wheel drive
• Standard 6-piston front and 4-piston rear brakes; carbon ceramic available
• Z07 Performance Package adds carbon ceramic brakes, Z07 suspension and Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R tires
• Wider track and body than the Stingray for added grip

ZR1: 1,064 hp Twin-Turbo King of the Hill

The ZR1 brings the first factory-turbocharged engine in Corvette history: a 5.5L LT7 twin-turbo V8 making 1,064 hp and 828 lb-ft, the most powerful V8 built in North America by an automaker. GM estimates a top speed over 346 km/h. Carbon ceramic brakes are standard.

• Engine: 5.5L twin-turbo V8, 1,064 hp and 828 lb-ft, rear-wheel drive
• GM-estimated top speed over 346 km/h and a sub-10-second quarter mile
• ZR1-specific carbon ceramic brakes standard
• ZTK Track Performance Package adds high-downforce aero and Cup 2 R tires

ZR1X: 1,250 hp Electrified Flagship

The ZR1X tops the range by adding a 186 hp electric front axle to the ZR1’s twin-turbo V8 for 1,250 hp combined and electrified all-wheel drive. GM estimates 0 to 96 km/h in under two seconds and a quarter mile under nine seconds. Standard 10-piston front brakes handle the speed.

• Powertrain: 5.5L twin-turbo V8 plus 186 hp front electric motor, 1,250 hp combined, all-wheel drive
• GM-estimated 0 to 96 km/h in under two seconds
• Standard carbon ceramic brakes with 10-piston front calipers
• ZTK Track Performance Package available for maximum downforce

Understanding the Equipment Tiers

Beyond the performance model, each Corvette offers equipment tiers. On the Stingray these are 1LT, 2LT and 3LT; the Z06 and E-Ray use 1LZ, 2LZ and 3LZ; the ZR1 and ZR1X offer 1LZ and 3LZ. Higher tiers add convenience and interior upgrades, not power.

• 1LT / 1LZ: core equipment plus the full performance hardware
• 2LT / 2LZ: adds the Memory Driver and Passenger Convenience Package and Universal Home Remote
• 3LT / 3LZ: adds sueded microfiber-wrapped upper interior trim and the widest finish options

How the 2026 Corvette Trims Compare

Trim	Powertrain	Output
Stingray	6.2L V8, RWD	490 hp / 465 lb-ft
E-Ray	6.2L V8 + front e-motor, eAWD	655 hp combined
Z06	5.5L flat-plane V8, RWD	670 hp / 460 lb-ft
ZR1	5.5L twin-turbo V8, RWD	1,064 hp / 828 lb-ft
ZR1X	5.5L twin-turbo V8 + front e-motor, eAWD	1,250 hp combined

Which Corvette Fits Your Driving?

For weekend roads and track days on a sports-car budget, the Stingray with the Z51 package is the logical start. The E-Ray suits buyers who want all-wheel-drive confidence in mixed conditions. The Z06 rewards drivers chasing a high-revving naturally aspirated engine.

The ZR1 is for buyers who want the most powerful rear-drive Corvette and true supercar pace. The ZR1X sits at the top for those who want hypercar acceleration and all-wheel-drive traction in one car. Each step up sharpens the focus toward the track.

Find Your 2026 Corvette at Island Chevrolet Buick GMC

The 2026 Corvette lineup covers a wide span, from the 490 hp Stingray to the 1,250 hp ZR1X, so the right choice comes down to how much power and which drivetrain fit your driving. The team at Island Chevrolet Buick GMC in Duncan can walk you through the trims, performance packages and equipment tiers in detail. Visit the dealership to compare the models and build the Corvette that matches your goals.