“The paint is very poor quality as applied and durability is not very good. Very poor paint for a car costing nearly 100K. Also the Targa top creaks and is very annoying. Both of these items could have been correct in quality control or modernization of the paint facility.”
2015 Chevrolet Corvette: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 13, 2026
The biggest change for the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette is the return of the Z06 as a supercharged, track-focused model. It is a major expansion of the C7 lineup, while the Stingray receives several meaningful updates rather than a full redesign.
About the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette
7th generation (C7), second model year; first year for the C7 Z06.
Chevrolet positions the 2015 Corvette as an American two-seat sports car that blends exotic-car looks and serious track-bred engineering with everyday usability. The marketing leans heavily on precision, lightweight construction, a driver-focused cockpit, and strong V8 performance, but it also stresses comfort, technology, and the choice of coupe or convertible body styles. That mix of performance, drama, and relative practicality is the Corvette’s core appeal versus pricier sports cars.
The Stingray remains the balanced everyday Corvette, with a 6.2-liter V8, an aluminum frame, a driver-focused cockpit, and an 8-inch touchscreen. Z51 adds track-ready cooling, larger brakes, firmer suspension hardware, and an electronic limited-slip differential. The new wide-body Z06 sits at the top with a supercharged V8, stronger brakes, advanced traction controls, and more aggressive cooling and aerodynamics.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The Z06 joins the C7 lineup with a supercharged 6.2-liter LT4 V8. A new 8-speed automatic replaces the previous 6-speed automatic on automatic-equipped Corvettes, and the Stingray Z51 gains a standard performance exhaust.
Styling
The new Z06 brings a wider body plus more aggressive cooling openings and aerodynamic bodywork. The rest of the Corvette range does not receive a full exterior redesign.
Safety
The alarm system becomes standard across the Corvette lineup. There is no broader safety-suite overhaul.
Tech
The Performance Data Recorder joins the feature list across the lineup, letting drivers capture driving video and performance information. Built-in OnStar 4G LTE connectivity is also added.
2015 Chevrolet Corvette specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, Sprchrgd, 6.2L | V8, 6.2 Liter | V8, 6.2 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 8-Spd Paddle Shft | Auto, 8-Spd Paddle Shft | Auto, 8-Spd Paddle Shft |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 13 mpg | 16 mpg | 16 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 23 mpg | 29 mpg | 29 mpg |
| Horsepower | 650 hp | 455 hp | 455 hp |
| Torque | 650 lb-ft | 460 lb-ft | 460 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 10–15 cu-ft | 10–15 cu-ft | 10–15 cu-ft |
| Seats | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Alarm System | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Satellite Radio | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| Touch Screen Monitor | |||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette?
The biggest change is the return of the Z06. This first C7-generation Z06 uses a supercharged 6.2-liter LT4 V8 and adds a wider body, stronger brakes, extra cooling, more aggressive aerodynamics, and track-focused traction controls.
Did the 2015 Corvette get a new automatic transmission?
Yes. The 2015 Corvette’s 8-speed automatic replaces the 6-speed automatic used for 2014. The 7-speed manual remains part of the lineup.
What changed on the 2015 Corvette Stingray Z51?
The 2015 Stingray Z51 makes its performance exhaust standard. Automatic versions also receive the new 8-speed transmission, while 4G LTE connectivity is added for the model year.
What technology was added to the 2015 Corvette?
The 2015 Corvette adds a Performance Data Recorder and built-in OnStar 4G LTE connectivity across the lineup. The recorder captures driving video and performance information.
Is the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette a full redesign?
No. The 2015 Corvette is the second model year of the seventh-generation C7, so the Stingray’s basic platform and design carry over. The new Z06, 8-speed automatic, and technology additions account for the main updates.
2015 Chevrolet Corvette Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette.
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2015 Chevrolet Corvette
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“The Corvette Stingray is unmatched for the performance, fuel economy and comfort for the price. The best Corvette since the 1967.”
“It was just an exciting experience to be able to purchase a Z06 built w/90% of the items I like in a car! Great car!”