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2020 Chevrolet Corvette: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 13, 2026
The 2020 Chevrolet Corvette is the all-new C8, a full redesign built around the model’s first production mid-engine layout. This is a new-generation year, not a minor update.
About the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette
8th generation (C8), first year of the full mid-engine redesign.
Chevrolet positions the Corvette Stingray as an American sports car that reaches into supercar territory without giving up everyday usefulness. Launch materials lean on the mid-engine layout, exotic proportions, stronger acceleration, and a more modern cockpit, but also stress real storage space and usable comfort. In plain terms, the Stingray is the core C8 formula: naturally aspirated V8 performance, dramatic looks, and more practicality than most two-seat performance cars.
The Stingray is the core 2020 C8, pairing a naturally aspirated 6.2-liter V8 with quick dual-clutch automatic shifts and a cabin centered on the driver. Its standouts include 490 horsepower, a 12-inch digital instrument display, an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and front and rear storage totaling 12.6 cubic feet. A factory hardtop convertible also joined the Corvette lineup during the model year.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
A new 6.2-liter LT2 V8 powers the Stingray, paired with a new 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
Styling
The fully redesigned exterior adopts the proportions and dramatic shape created by placing the engine behind the seats.
Tech
The driver-focused cockpit adds a 12-inch digital instrument display and an 8-inch touchscreen. Remote start becomes standard, while navigation changes from standard to optional.
Structural
The all-new C8 architecture moves the engine from the front of the car to behind the seats. The model year also introduces the first factory hardtop Corvette convertible.
2020 Chevrolet Corvette specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | V8, 6.2 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd Dual-Clutch |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 15 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 27 mpg |
| Horsepower | 455 hp |
| Torque | 460 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 12.6 cu-ft |
| Seats | 2 |
| Doors | 2 |
| Alarm System | |
| Blindspot Sensors | |
| Park Assist | |
| Rear View Camera | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| LED Headlights | |
| Rear Spoiler | |
| Head-Up Display | |
| Navigation System | |
| Satellite Radio | |
| Smartphone Interface | |
| Touch Screen Monitor | |
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |
| Heated Front Seats | |
| Heated Steering Wheel | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Push-Button Engine Start | |
| Remote Start | |
| Ventilated Front Seats | |
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette the first mid-engine Corvette?
Yes. The 2020 C8 is the first production Corvette with its engine mounted behind the seats instead of at the front.
What engine and transmission does the 2020 Corvette Stingray have?
The 2020 Stingray has a naturally aspirated 6.2-liter LT2 V8 producing 490 horsepower and 465 lb-ft of torque. It is paired with an 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission with paddle shifters.
Was there a 2020 Corvette convertible?
Yes. Chevrolet introduced a factory hardtop convertible during the 2020 model year, making it the first production Corvette convertible with a power-folding hard roof.
Which 2019 Corvette versions did not carry over to 2020?
The Grand Sport, Stingray Z51, Z06, and ZR1 versions from 2019 did not carry over into the redesigned 2020 lineup. The 2020 C8 launched around the Stingray.
How different is the 2020 Corvette from the 2019 model?
It is fundamentally different. The 2020 Corvette starts the C8 generation with a mid-engine structure, a new LT2 V8, an 8-speed dual-clutch automatic, new bodywork, and a redesigned digital cockpit.
2020 Chevrolet Corvette Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette.
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2020 Chevrolet Corvette
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“It's not a family car, it's a performance car! If you can, get one!!! You'll love it!!!”
“The C8 Corvette has taken "America's Sportscar" and turned it into a true Supercar. Exotic yet practical, feature-extravagant yet affordable. One of the best sportscars you can buy, and the absolute best value in a high-performance car. A. Complete. Homerun.”