2010 Chevrolet Corvette: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is the return of the Grand Sport as a full-time model between the base Corvette and the Z06. Otherwise, this is a light-update year rather than a redesign.
About the 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
C6 / 6th generation Corvette (2005-2013); 2010 is a mid-cycle year that adds the Grand Sport and brings small safety/control updates.
Chevrolet positions the Corvette as an American two-seat sports car that mixes serious V8 performance with everyday usability better than many rivals. Even in 2010, the model’s appeal is not just speed; it is the combination of strong straight-line power, sharp handling, hatchback cargo space, coupe or convertible choices, and performance-per-dollar that undercuts many European sports cars.
The 2010 lineup ranges from the street-focused base Corvette to the 7.0-liter Z06 and supercharged ZR1. The new Grand Sport combines the base car’s 6.2-liter LS3 V8 with wider bodywork, larger brakes, extra cooling, firmer suspension tuning, and shorter performance gearing. The ZR1 remains the most extreme version, with carbon-ceramic brakes and an adjustable suspension to handle its supercharged V8.
What changed, by category
2010 Chevrolet Corvette specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, 7.0 Liter | V8, Supercharged, 6.2L | V8, 6.2 Liter | V8, 6.2 Liter |
| Transmission | Manual, 6-Spd | Manual, 6-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Paddle Shift | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Paddle Shift |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 15 mpg | 14 mpg | 16 mpg | 16 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 24 mpg | 20 mpg | 26 mpg | 26 mpg |
| Horsepower | 505 hp | 638 hp | 430 hp | 430 hp |
| Torque | 470 lb-ft | 604 lb-ft | 424 lb-ft | 424 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 22.4 cu-ft | 22.4 cu-ft | 11–22.4 cu-ft | 11–22.4 cu-ft |
| Seats | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Alarm System | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
| Tilt Wheel | ||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2010 Chevrolet Corvette?
The biggest change is the return of the Grand Sport as a full-time model. It sits between the base Corvette and Z06, pairing the base 6.2-liter LS3 V8 with wider bodywork, larger brakes, extra cooling, and firmer suspension tuning.
How is the 2010 Corvette Grand Sport different from the base Corvette?
The 2010 Grand Sport has wider bodywork, larger cross-drilled brakes, functional brake ducts, extra cooling, firmer suspension tuning, and shorter performance gearing. It keeps the same basic 6.2-liter LS3 V8 used by the base Corvette.
Did the 2010 Corvette get new safety equipment?
Yes. Side airbags became standard across the 2010 Corvette lineup, including the base model, Grand Sport, Z06, and ZR1.
Which 2010 Corvettes have launch control?
Every 2010 Corvette with a manual transmission has launch control. The ZR1 also adds Performance Traction Management, which manages engine power and braking to improve grip during track driving.
Is the 2010 Corvette a new generation?
No. The 2010 Corvette remains part of the sixth-generation C6 introduced for 2005. Its new Grand Sport trim and smaller equipment updates do not amount to a full redesign.