2021 Chevrolet Corvette Updates: Exciting New Features and Performance

One year after its introduction, the eighth-generation and first-ever mid-engine Chevrolet Corvette is even more enticing. The 2021 C8 Corvette maintains its original starting price, while offering a host of new features, enhanced options, and, perhaps most visually striking of all, new paint color options and appealing stripe packages.

Meet the 2021 Corvette’s New Paint Colors

This year, Red Mist Metallic and Silver Flare Metallic join the array of colors, complementing existing shades of white, black, red, silver, gray, blue, bronze, yellow, and orange. Moreover, Chevrolet is introducing new colors for its dual racing stripes, which now include blue, orange, red, and yellow. New Stinger Stripes will be available in three color combinations: Carbon Flash/Edge Red, Carbon Flash/Edge Yellow, and Carbon Flash/Midnight Silver. Additionally, a bold new interior color theme is being introduced that mixes Sky Cool Gray with Yellow Strike, providing fresh choices for buyers seeking a more personalized vehicle.

Plus, a Few New Goodies

In addition to the striking new colors, the 2021 Chevrolet Corvette introduces several new standard technologies that enhance the driving experience. These features include:

• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Buckle to Drive feature, which prevents shifting out of Park without buckling the seat belt for up to 20 seconds
• Driver mode on-screen visualization
• A new track digital tachometer
• Magnetic selective ride control suspension, now available independently from the Z51 performance package

Under the hood, the Corvette continues to be powered by a robust 6.2-liter V-8 engine, which delivers an impressive 495 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque. This powerhouse is paired with an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission that efficiently channels power to the rear wheels. The exhilarating performance of the Corvette is one reason it garnered the 2020 Car of the Year award. However, beyond its high-octane capabilities, the Corvette remains a practical choice for everyday driving, offering reasonable cargo space, decent fuel economy, and a comfortable ride. Consequently, the Corvette proves to be a capable daily driver, accommodating those who primarily need space for one passenger.