The Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X is a new hybrid supercar that forces a rewrite of perceptions about American sports cars. 1267 (!) horsepower (the Veyron Super Sport has 1200), acceleration to 60 mph in under 2 seconds, and hardware worthy of a race car — all of this is now available not just to millionaires. And although the official price has not yet been announced, a price tag of around $250,000 is expected in the USA.
The ZR1X is the most powerful production Corvette in the model’s history. Its hybrid powertrain consists of a twin-turbocharged 5.5-liter V8 LT7 (1079 hp and 1123 Nm) and a 189 hp electric motor on the front axle. Combined — a crazy 1267 hp, available in Push-to-Pass mode. It covers a quarter mile in under 9 seconds with a trap speed of over 150 mph. The top speed is still a secret, but there is every reason to expect over 230 mph.
At speeds above 160 mph, the front drive disengages — the Corvette becomes a rear-wheel-drive monster. With such specs, it’s no surprise the ZR1X gets Alcon carbon-ceramic brakes: 16.5-inch discs and 10- and 6-piston calipers — front and rear, respectively.
As for the looks — no radical changes here. Everything is recognizably Corvette: extensive carbon fiber aerodynamic bodywork (up to 1200 lbs of downforce), adaptive suspension, Michelin performance tires, and a new PTM Pro mode for the most desperate — with full disengagement of electronic aids. The interior is updated, with a three-level digital dashboard, a minimum of buttons, and a maximum of carbon fiber.
The ZR1X will be available in two variants: with a targa and a rigid folding roof (essentially a convertible). The start of sales is planned for the end of the year.
And the most interesting part: given the power and nature of the new Corvette, the only question is when the first wrecked ZR1Xs will start appearing on Copart. And then, look, Ukrainian roads will be enriched by another serious ‘nail’ — with carbon-ceramics, 10 pistons, and the potential to outrun any car within a radius of several kilometers.