2013 Chevrolet Corvette: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 13, 2026
The big change for the 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is the one-year 427 Convertible Collector Edition, which puts the Z06’s 505-hp 7.0-liter V8 into an open-top model. The rest of the Corvette lineup carries over without major updates.
About the 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
6th generation (C6, 2005-2013), final year
Chevrolet positioned the Corvette as an American two-seat sports car combining strong V8 acceleration, everyday road manners and usable cargo space. The range stretched from a 430-hp coupe or convertible to track-focused and supercharged models, giving the Corvette a broader performance ladder than most rivals. Its defining themes were lightweight construction, racing-derived chassis engineering and high performance without giving up normal-road comfort or highway efficiency.
The 2013 Corvette ranges from the 430-hp base model and wider, sharper-handling Grand Sport to two track-focused 505-hp models and the 638-hp supercharged ZR1. The new 427 blends Z06 power and braking hardware with a convertible body, carbon-fiber panels, adaptive suspension and a six-speed manual transmission.
What changed, by category
2013 Chevrolet Corvette specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, 7.0 Liter | V8, 7.0 Liter | V8, Supercharged, 6.2 Liter | V8, 6.2 Liter | V8, 6.2 Liter |
| Transmission | Manual, 6-Spd | Manual, 6-Spd | Manual, 6-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Paddle Shift | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Paddle Shift |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 15 mpg | 15 mpg | 14 mpg | 15 mpg | 15 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 24 mpg | 24 mpg | 21 mpg | 25 mpg | 25 mpg |
| Horsepower | 505 hp | 505 hp | 638 hp | 430 hp | 430 hp |
| Torque | 470 lb-ft | 470 lb-ft | 604 lb-ft | 424 lb-ft | 424 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 11 cu-ft | 22.4 cu-ft | 22.4 cu-ft | 11–22.4 cu-ft | 11–22.4 cu-ft |
| Seats | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Alarm System | |||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||
| Fog Lights | |||||
| Power Close Liftgate/Trunk | |||||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | |||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||
| Bluetooth | |||||
| Navigation System | |||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||||
| Leather Seats | |||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||||
| Tilt Wheel | |||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2013 Chevrolet Corvette?
The biggest change is the debut of the one-year 427 Convertible Collector Edition. It combines a 505-hp 7.0-liter V8, a six-speed manual, carbon-fiber panels and adaptive suspension in an open-top Corvette.
Is 2013 the final year of the C6 Chevrolet Corvette?
Yes. The 2013 Corvette is the final model year of the sixth-generation C6, which ran from 2005 through 2013.
What engine does the 2013 Corvette 427 Convertible have?
The 2013 Corvette 427 Convertible has the Z06’s 505-hp 7.0-liter LS7 V8. It also uses dry-sump oiling, which helps maintain oil flow during hard cornering.
Did the regular 2013 Corvette trims receive major updates?
No. The base Corvette, Grand Sport, Z06 and ZR1 carry over without major standard powertrain, safety or infotainment upgrades. The new 427 Convertible is the year’s main product change.
How is the 2013 Corvette 427 different from the Z06?
The 427 is a convertible, while the Z06 is a fixed-roof coupe. Both use a 505-hp 7.0-liter V8 and similar large brakes, but the 427 also has standard adaptive suspension and its own mix of carbon-fiber body and floor panels.