Features of the 2026 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray
Meet the 2026 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray at Best Chevrolet
The 2026 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray changes what drivers expect from a sports car. It’s the first Corvette ever to combine a 6.2-liter V8 engine with an electric motor and standard Electrified All-Wheel Drive. That means jaw-dropping speed, all-season confidence, and the kind of performance numbers that make Porsche 911, AMG GT, and even Ferrari drivers take notice.
At Best Chevrolet in Kenner, LA, we’re breaking down everything you need to know: from horsepower and 0–60 times to interior tech, safety features, available carbon fiber upgrades, and complete specs. If you’ve been reading a Corvette E-Ray review on Car and Driver or searching for the ultimate hybrid Corvette for sale, you’re in the right place.
The 2026 Corvette E-Ray delivers 0–60 mph in just 2.5 seconds with a top track speed of 183 mph and is available in the following trims: 1LZ, 2LZ, and 3LZ.
Interior: Race-Inspired Comfort with Everyday Usability
The 2026 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray is a two-passenger coupe built around the driver. With 37.9 inches of front headroom and 42.8 inches of front legroom, it feels tailored without feeling tight. The cabin blends performance-focused design with premium materials and advanced connectivity.
Trunk space measures 12.5 cubic feet, offering room for weekend bags or a quick Costco run.
Interior Highlights Include:
- GT2 bucket seats
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Carbon fiber and leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Head-up display
- Heated steering wheel
Standard features also include a Driver and Passenger Convenience Package, Universal Home Remote, Rear Camera Mirror, and cargo nets.
Available upgrades include Competition Sport bucket seats, carbon fiber interior trim, Carbon Fiber Interior Package Level 2, Stealth Interior Trim Package, sueded microfiber-wrapped steering wheel, carbon fiber and sueded microfiber-wrapped steering wheel, Adrenaline Red, Competition Yellow, and Santorini Blue custom leather stitching.
This isn’t just about speed. It’s about stepping into something that feels engineered for you every time you drive a Corvette.
Exterior: Aggressive Design with Functional Carbon
The 2026 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray stands 48.6 inches tall, stretches 184.58 inches long, and rides on a 107-inch wheelbase. Its wide 79.71-inch stance and 66.32-inch front track give it an unmistakable presence.
Standard all-season Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4 run-flat tires measure 275/30ZR20 in front and 345/25ZR21 in the rear.
Available Exterior Colors:
- Arctic White
- Black
- Torch Red
- Riptide Blue Metallic
- Blade Silver Metallic (new)
Standard features include a body-color roof panel, body-color heated driver-side auto-dimming power-folding outside mirrors with integrated turn signal indicators, Carbon Flash Exterior Badge Package, and Pearl Nickel forged aluminum wheels.
Available features include:
- Transparent roof panel
- Visible carbon-fiber roof panel with body-color surround
- Carbon Flash exterior accents
- Visible carbon fiber ground effects
- Carbon Flash-painted carbon fiber ground effects
- Chrome Exterior Badge Package
- Carbon Flash Exterior Badge Package
- Multiple forged aluminum wheel designs in Gloss Black, Bright Polished, Carbon Flash, and visible carbon fiber
- High wing spoiler (Genuine Corvette Accessory)
- Insect protection grille screen
- Grille Screen Protection Package
If you see a carbon option on the menu, Chevy likely offers it.
Performance: Hybrid Power Meets AWD Grip
The 2026 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray pairs a 6.2-liter V8 DI engine with a front-mounted electric motor. The result is 655 combined horsepower and standard all-wheel drive.
It uses an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission for lightning-fast shifts. Performance Traction Management, Performance Brembo carbon ceramic antilock brakes, and E-Ray performance suspension with Magnetic Selective Ride Control come standard.
Additional available upgrades include Z06 suspension with Magnetic Selective Ride Control and Front Lift with memory.
Fuel economy is EPA-estimated at 19 mpg combined (16 city / 24 highway). The fuel tank holds 18.5 gallons.
This hybrid Corvette isn’t about efficiency alone. It’s about instant torque, traction in any season, and acceleration that rivals European exotics.
Technology: Built for the Modern Driver
The E-Ray blends performance and connectivity without distractions.
Top Technology Features:
- 12.7-inch diagonal infotainment display
- Performance data and video recorder
- Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
- Head-up display
- HD front and rear vision cameras
- Rear camera mirror
Standard 5G connectivity and Wi-Fi hotspot capability keep you connected. Available 3-year OnStar One adds even more services.
If you ever hit a strange dashboard alert, you won’t be left guessing. The system is built to clearly communicate any vehicle status without confusion.
Safety: Confidence at High Speed
The 2026 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray includes advanced driver-assist systems that help protect you and your passenger.
Key Safety Features:
- Forward Collision Alert
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning
- Side Blind Zone Alert
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Teen Driver Technology
Front Pedestrian and Bicyclist Braking and Rear Park Assist also come standard.
Warranty and Coverage
The 2026 Corvette E-Ray includes a 3-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper limited warranty, 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty, 8-year/100,000-mile battery warranty, and 5-year/60,000-mile roadside assistance.
One covered maintenance visit includes the first engine oil change and transmission filter replacement within specified intervals.
Experience the 2026 Corvette E-Ray at Best Chevrolet
If you’re ready for the first Corvette that blends V8 thunder with electric torque and AWD grip, visit Best Chevrolet in Kenner, LA. Whether you’ve compared it to a Porsche 911, AMG GT, or Ferrari, one test drive will make your choice clear.
Stop by today to see the 2026 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray for sale and feel what a next-generation Corvette is all about.
*Disclaimer: This content was drafted with AI assistance for initial drafting, reviewed by a subject-matter expert for accuracy, and edited by our team of writers and editors.
* All fuel economy mpg listings in the content above are EPA estimates. Actual mileage will vary.