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2019 Chevrolet Corvette: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The big news for the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette was the return of the ZR1, a new 755-hp range-topping model. The rest of the Corvette lineup carried over without significant mechanical or equipment changes.
About the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette
7th generation (2014-2019), final year; the ZR1 was offered for this generation only in 2019.
Chevrolet positioned the Corvette as a two-seat American sports car combining V8 acceleration and serious road-course ability with enough comfort, cargo room, and technology for regular driving. The range stretched from the everyday-focused Stingray to track-focused Grand Sport, Z06, and ZR1 models, while retaining rear-wheel drive, a low seating position, and coupe or convertible body styles.
The 2019 Corvette lineup ranged from the road-focused Stingray to increasingly track-focused Z51, Grand Sport, Z06, and ZR1 models. The Stingray paired a naturally aspirated V8 with an 8-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto, while the Grand Sport added a wider chassis, stronger brakes, and extra cooling. At the top, the Z06 had a 650-hp supercharged V8, and the new ZR1 raised output to 755 hp with carbon-ceramic brakes and specialized aerodynamic bodywork.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The new ZR1 joined the lineup with a 755-hp supercharged 6.2-liter LT5 V8 and 715 lb-ft of torque. It also used both direct and port fuel injection, dry-sump oiling, and 13 heat exchangers for intensive cooling.
Styling
The ZR1 received its own cooling-focused front end and wind-tunnel-developed aerodynamic parts, including a carbon-fiber front splitter, front underwing, and low rear wing.
2019 Chevrolet Corvette specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, Supercharged, 6.2 Liter | V8, Supercharged, 6.2 Liter | V8, 6.2 Liter | V8, 6.2 Liter | V8, 6.2 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 8-Spd Paddle Shft | Auto, 8-Spd Paddle Shft | Auto, 8-Spd Paddle Shft | Auto, 8-Spd Paddle Shft | Auto, 8-Spd Paddle Shft |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 15 mpg | 13 mpg | 16 mpg | 16 mpg | 16 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 22 mpg | 19 mpg | 25 mpg | 25 mpg | 25 mpg |
| Horsepower | 650 hp | 755 hp | 455 hp | 460 hp | 460 hp |
| Torque | 650 lb-ft | 715 lb-ft | 460 lb-ft | 465 lb-ft | 465 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 10–15 cu-ft | 10–15 cu-ft | 10–15 cu-ft | 10–15 cu-ft | 10–15 cu-ft |
| Seats | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 4-Wheel Disc Brakes | |||||
| Alarm System | |||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||
| Navigation System | |||||
| Smartphone Interface | |||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||
| Leather Seats | |||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||||
| Remote Start | |||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||||
Frequently asked questions
What was the biggest change to the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette?
The biggest change was the addition of the ZR1. Its 755-hp supercharged V8, extensive cooling, carbon-ceramic brakes, and specialized aerodynamic bodywork placed it above the 650-hp Z06.
Did the 2019 Corvette Stingray, Z51, Grand Sport, or Z06 change significantly?
No, the 2019 Stingray, Stingray Z51, Grand Sport, and Z06 had no significant mechanical or equipment changes. The new ZR1 accounted for the model year's major updates.
How is the 2019 Corvette ZR1 different from the 2019 Z06?
The 2019 ZR1 has a 755-hp supercharged V8, compared with 650 hp in the Z06. It also adds 13 heat exchangers, standard carbon-ceramic brakes, and ZR1-specific aerodynamic bodywork for high-speed stability and sustained track driving.
Is the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette the final C7 model year?
Yes, 2019 is the final model year of the seventh-generation C7 Corvette. It is also the last model year before Chevrolet replaced the front-engine layout with an all-new mid-engine Corvette for 2020.
Is the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette mid-engine?
No, the 2019 Corvette uses the C7 generation's front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout. The Corvette switched to an all-new mid-engine design for the 2020 model year.
2019 Chevrolet Corvette Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette.
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2019 Chevrolet Corvette
(385 reviews)
“The 2019 Corvette I purchased is exactly what I expected when I bought it ! It rides like a truck , has almost zero ground clearance , is very noisy inside while driving , uses a lot of gas , is a pain to keep clean and corners like it is glued to the ground while accelerating second to almost none. Speed and handling are extremely good , which is the only reason to buy a Corvette.”
“The car is beautifully designed and has tremendous acceleration with extreme driver comfort.”