Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2026 Corvette.
The 2026 Chevrolet Corvette, equipped with an automatic S8 transmission and EPA fuel economy ratings of 16 city, 25 highway, and 19 combined mpg, has recorded only one owner complaint—categorized under Unknown or Other/Engine—alongside three recalls, placing it in a notably early and sparse reliability record compared to the model’s broader history, which saw a high of 588 complaints in 2008 and a low of 8 in 1992; this suggests that while the 2026 model year is still in its infancy, its single complaint signals a potentially strong start, though the three recalls indicate that initial quality issues remain a factor to monitor.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Overall length | 184.3 in |
| Overall width | 79.5 in |
| Overall height | 48.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in |
| Curb weight | 3671 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 66.1 / 66.1 in |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 16 / 25 / 19 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the Corvette of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | ZR1 Coupe (ZTK Performance Pack) 5.5L Twin-Turbo V8 | 2.20 sec | 9.50 sec | 1064 hp | RWD |
| 2025 | Stingray 2LT Coupe 6.2L V8 | 3.30 sec | 11.50 sec | 495 hp | RWD |
| 2024 | E-Ray 2LZ Coupe (ZER Performance) 6.2L V8 + Elec 1.9-kWh | 2.60 sec | 10.60 sec | 655 hp | AWD |
| 2024 | Z06 3LZ Z07 Coupe (Carbon Aero) 5.5L V8 | 2.60 sec | 10.70 sec | 670 hp | RWD |
| 2024 | E-Ray 3LZ Coupe (ZER Performance) 6.2L V8 + Elec 1.9-kWh | 2.80 sec | 11.00 sec | 655 hp | AWD |
| 2024 | Stingray 3LT Coupe (Z51 Pack) 6.2L V8 | 2.90 sec | 11.30 sec | 495 hp | RWD |
| 2023 | Z06 3LZ 70th Anniversary Convertible 5.5L V8 | 2.60 sec | 10.60 sec | 670 hp | RWD |
| 2023 | Z06 3LZ Z07 Coupe (Carbon Aero) 5.5L V8 | 2.60 sec | 10.50 sec | 670 hp | RWD |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2026 model year arrives at the tail end of a clear downward trajectory in the Corvette’s federal record, with year-by-year complaints dropping from 34 in 2020 to just 10 in 2025 and TSBs falling from 919 to 297 over the same period. Against that backdrop, the 2026 data records only one complaint area—“Unknown Or Other,Engine”—alongside zero crash and zero fire complaints, marking a continuation of the generation’s maturation curve. Relative to the preceding two years, which logged 20 and 10 complaints respectively, the sparse 2026 figures suggest reported issues are flattening to a minimum. The data does not specify a root cause for the single recorded complaint. With the lowest visible complaint activity in the generation’s run, 2026 sits at what appears to be the most settled point of the arc. That makes it a strong candidate for a used purchase, provided the specific vehicle’s maintenance history aligns with the clean federal profile.
All 1 complaints on record, top 1 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023–2026 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles equipped with a left-side radiator/fan combination. Excess fuel may spill into the vehicle fuel-filler pocket during refueling and leak… Remedy: Dealers will install a shield to divert spilled fuel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 14, 2025. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at…
General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ… Remedy: Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16…
Showing 5 of 95 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 662.30 | 2026-06-24 | Unknown Or Other | • Fixes to help ensure responsiveness for the driver display and rear view camera. •… |
| PIT5966F | 2026-06-23 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary information communicates an issue with an OTA pending message still… |
| 662.20 | 2026-06-18 | Unknown Or Other | • Improvements to audio quality when using Google Assistant. • Additional protection for… |
| PIT6503B | 2026-06-17 | Unknown Or Other | This preliminary information is to inform technicians that GM is placing the B174W Front… |
| N25-252332 | 2026-06-16 | Unknown Or Other | • Fixes to help prevent loss of functionality for connectivity features such as OnStar… |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 16 city / 25 highway / 19 combined mpg.