What Changed

The Corvette receives an all-new LS3 6.2L V-8 engine rated at 430 hp and 424 lb-ft of torque. An optional dual mode exhaust upgrade improves the output by 6 hp and 4 lb-ft of torque. The manual transmission has been reworked to improve shift effort. The automatic has improved shift times with the paddle shifter. The appearance is virtually unchanged with the exception of some new exterior and interior color choices.

Comparison to Prior Model

2008 Chevrolet Corvette 2007 Chevrolet Corvette
2008 Chevrolet Corvette 2007 Chevrolet Corvette
Price Range ($) $46,100 - $71,275 $44,170 - $69,175
Length (in) 174.6 174.6
Wheelbase (in) 105.7 105.7
Width (in) 72.6 72.6
Height (in) 49.0 49
Track (in) 62.1 62
Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) 307.5 307.0
Curb Weight (lbs.) 3162-3217 3132-3179
Legroom Total (in.) 43.0 43.0
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) 51.9 52.0
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 22.0 22
Driven Wheels
  • RWD
  • RWD
Engines
  • 6.2l V8 (430-bhp)
  • 7.0l V8 (505-bhp)
  • 6.0l V8 (400-bhp)
  • 7.0l V8 (505-bhp)
Transmissions A6, M6 A6, M6
City MPG 15-16 16-18
Highway MPG 24-26 26-28
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