The 2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray: The Future of Performance

Experience the thrill of the all-new Chevrolet E-Ray, the first-ever electrified Corvette. With 655 combined horsepower, all-season performance, and customizable options, the E-Ray is the ultimate sports car for both road and track.

Updated: November 14, 2023  // 

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Say hello to the latest game-changer, the Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray, a fresh face in an iconic lineup. This kick-ass Corvette E-Ray, ready for any weather with its electrified all-wheel drive, promises solid performance year-round – be it rain, snow or mud. With technology inspired by the C8.R race car and Le Mans prototypes, the E-Ray is made to take on the greatest cars in the world. Starting at $104,295 for the coupe and $111,295 for the convertible, the E-Ray will be available this fall. Here are some of the highlights of this incredible vehicle:

Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray Highlights

  • The all-new Chevrolet E-Ray is set to arrive this fall, starting at 4,295 for the coupe and 1,295 for the convertible.
  • The E-Ray is designed for year-round performance, with electrified all-wheel-drive capability and technology inspired by the C8.R race car and Le Mans prototypes.
  • But the E-Ray’s electric motor up front means wicked fast acceleration and tons of horsepower and torque—both on the street and the track.
  • With standard all-season tires and Magnetic Selective Ride Control, the E-Ray is also suitable for all-season touring.
  • The E-Ray is powered by a 6.2L small block engine with 495 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque, contributing to an overall 655 horsepower.
  • The optional ZER Performance Package includes high-performance summer-only tires and chassis tuning for even higher performance.
  • The E-Ray sports a sleek exterior with practical design touches, wind-cutting modifications, and coordinating color details.
  • Standard Head-Up Display, available Performance Data Recorder, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility.
  • With fresh new stripes, rad exterior extras, and a variety of wheels on offer, there’s no shortage of ways to make your car uniquely yours.
  • With an e-AWD system and a 0-60 time of 2.5 seconds, the E-Ray is set to be the fastest 0-60 time ever for the legendary Corvette nameplate.

Electrified AWD System

The E-Ray is designed for year-round performance, with its electrified all-wheel-drive capability ready for any challenge, be it snow, rain, mud or ice. But this high-tech speedster wasn’t just built to tackle the wild elements.

Race-Inspired Technology

With technology inspired by the C8.R race car and Le Mans prototypes, as well as standard carbon ceramic brakes, it’s built to take on the greatest cars in the world. By introducing an electric motor to the front axle, you’re looking at some serious speed and power boost on both street drives and track days.

With over 70 years and eight generations of innovation, the Corvette has been constantly improved, and now for the first time, it’s been electrified with an e-AWD system that works in tandem with its LT2 V8 engine, giving it the fastest 0-60 time ever for this legendary nameplate. But this latest Corvette isn’t just built for performance, with standard all-season tires and Magnetic Selective Ride Control, it’s made for all-season touring as well. With 495 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque, this 6.2L small block powerhouse is designed to thrill on every drive, on both road and track, and contributes to an overall 655 horsepower.

The new Corvette E-Ray features eight equal-length intake runners of 210 mm to maximize torque and airflow. A dry-sump oil scavenge system uses three pumps to ensure oil quality and flow to critical areas during high g-force cornering and acceleration. The optional ZER Performance Package comes with high-performance Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S ZP summer-only tires and other performance enhancements.

Exterior

The exterior of the E-Ray features functional design elements, including wider fenders, quarter panels and fascias, giving it a sleek, sculpted presence with a number of aerodynamic and performance benefits. With standard ground effects and a spoiler, the E-Ray not only looks sleek but also performs brilliantly in aerodynamics; plus, body-color accents add to its refined aesthetic. The newly designed wider wheels with exclusive standard all-season tires give you a confident stance and sure-footed performance in a variety of conditions. Paired with the standard carbon ceramic brakes, your stops will be precise.

The all-new unique E-Ray badging looks towards the incredible future of Corvette. Electrify your creative side. With all-new stripes, exterior accents, wheels and more, see all the ways you can customize E-Ray to your exact specifications. With standard e-AWD, the E-Ray can go from 0-60 in 2.5 seconds, has a combined horsepower of 655, and can complete a quarter-mile in 10.5 seconds.

Interior

With a standard Head-Up Display, you can keep your eyes on the road ahead, or track, as the E-Ray can also be equipped with an available Performance Data Recorder that can help you become a better driver. And you’ll be entertained on your longer drives with standard wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto compatibility, as well as an available 14-speaker Bose Performance Series system.

The E-Ray Infotainment System and Instrument Cluster Displaying Vehicle Settings is your Corvette command center. You’ll stay in the loop with fresh driver screens that dish out real-time info on your ride’s battery juice and various performance stats. The all-new E-Ray App, conveniently located on the center screen, gives you a quick look at even more performance data, RWD vs. FWD power, and vehicle information.

About The Writer

Devin Joy

Devin's love of cars came from his father and mother over 35 years ago. They always told stories of their old cars and the adventures they had in them were so amazing he dove headfirst into the car world, and never looked back.

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