The Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 has made its world debut
at the 2017 Dubai Motor Show. The ZR1 variant takes performance to the next
level for the Chevrolet Corvette.
The 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is the most powerful
Corvette ever made. It offers the greatest track performance and is equipped
with the most advanced technology in the Corvette’s production history. The
fourth-gen Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 sports an exclusive LT5 6.5-litre
supercharged engine. The V8 mill puts out 755 hp and 969 Nm of torque.
Chevrolet will offer it with a 7-speed manual transmission, as well as an
(8-speed) automatic transmission – a first for a ZR1.
The 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1’s LT5 engine
delivers the highest output ever for a Chevrolet production vehicle. It has a
new, more-efficient intercooler supercharger system offering 52% more
displacement than the Corvette Z06’s LT4 supercharger. It also features GM’s
first dual-fuel-injection system, consisting of primary direction injection and
supplemental port injection. Chevrolet won’t go into all performance figures
just yet, but it does promise a top speed of over 337 km/h.
Getting to the all-new Chevrolet Corvette ZR1’s
aerodynamics, the supercar will have a Chevrolet-first, downforce-enhancing front
underwing and a rear Low Wing as standard. The latter contributes to taking the
Corvette ZR1 to its highest top speed. It helps generate up to 70% more
downforce than the Z06’s base aero package.
Buyers will have the option for a two-way adjustable
High Wing that offers maximum downforce on the track to achieve the quickest
lap times. The High Wing offers approximately 60% more downforce than the Z06
with the available Z07 Performance Package. It is a part of the new ZTK
Performance Package, which includes a front splitter with carbon-fibre end
caps, Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 summer-only tyres, and specific chassis and
Magnetic Ride Control tuning for greater cornering grip as well.
The 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 will go on sale in
the USA in Spring 2018 (March-May 2018). It will hit the Middle East in the
second half of 2018.