2021 Chevy Corvette Review

Name: 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Review
Brand: Chevrolet

Price Range: $61,995 - $78,995

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After its transformative redesign in 2020, the C8 2021 Corvette surpassed a number of high-end sports car rivals in our luxury sport coupe rankings. And thanks to a few additional tech improvements, it's likely cemented its place at the top of the heap for a while to come. The Corvette is bonkers fast, it handles beautifully, and it still manages traffic and daily errands. The styling may be controversial, but its price and performance certainly are not.

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What's new

Wireless compatibility for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Adaptive suspension now available without the Z51 package
More paint and graphics options
Part of the eighth Corvette generation introduced for 2020

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 2dr Coupe w/1LT (6.2L 8cyl 8AM) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.21 per gallon for premium unleaded in Michigan.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Michigan

$258/mo

$164/mo

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Reliability Ratings by RepairPal

3.5/5Above Average

#26 out of 28 among Midsize Cars

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Cost

^{The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of the Chevrolet Corvette from 2008-2022.}

$514/yr

vs. $415/yr
for Average Midsize Car

Frequency

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0.43x/yr

vs. 0.87x/yr
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Severity

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23.7%

vs. 10.2%
for Average Midsize Car

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35 reviews

5(94%)

4(2%)

3(4%)

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World Class caliber let down by GM quality...

Pete, 07/14/2022

2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 2dr Convertible w/3LT (6.2L 8cyl 8AM)

I have a 2021 C8 3LT convertible. Performance, handling, and ride quality is amazing. Styling is head-turning and overall value is terrific. It just about does everything a Ferrari or Lambo can do for less than half the price. However, it's let down by GM's infamous quality control issues. On my car in particular, the leather on the upper part of the dash is warping. From what I hear, GM …

Delivered as Promised

Bobby D., 08/13/2021

2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 2dr Coupe w/2LT (6.2L 8cyl 8AM)

I have always wanted to get a Vette, but never did. I actually ordered a C7, but backed out because dealer could not give me what I wanted for my trade in. That was before the mid-engine C8 came out. Glad I didn’t get the C7. I was on a list for approximately 18 months. I finally got my car recently and it was worth the wait. The car is fantastic. Chevy really delivered what they …

Finally got it right

Jeff, 06/10/2021

2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 2dr Coupe w/2LT (6.2L 8cyl 8AM)

I took it for a test drive and was blown away. Styling,performance and great value. Finally an Italian looking sports car without the headaches of reliability.

It is what it is...And it's great.

Awilk's Vette, 12/30/2020

2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 2dr Coupe w/3LT (6.2L 8cyl 8AM)

Didn't get screws denting my doors. The stitching is straight. There are no squeaks or ticks. There were no paint overspray issues. I was lucky. And it drives as advertised. Yes. It drives safer, and doesn't purposefully want you to drive into rocks or over a cliff while not in 100% "engagement mode". You can pick when to be naughty or nice. The seats are all day comfortable, and the …

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2021 Chevrolet Corvette: Edmunds Top Rated Sports Car | Edmunds Top Rated Awards 2021

The 2021 Chevrolet Corvette wins the title of Top Rated Sports Car in the Edmunds Top Rated Awards for 2021. Last year, the Corvette won this award due in large part to the new mid-engine layout, which tremendously enhanced the sports car's performance. Not much has changed from last year's model, but the 2021 Corvette is still outpacing the competition, and at a fraction…

2021 Corvette Highlights

Type:

Coupe

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$58,900
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	19 MPG
Cost to Drive	$258/month
Seating	2 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	12.6 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the Corvette models:

Side Blind Zone Alert: Alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane over is in your blind spot. Helps prevent a collision when changing lanes.
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert: Warns you if a vehicle behind you is about to cross your vehicle's path while you're in reverse. Helpful when backing out of parking spaces.
Rear Camera Mirror: Displays a live camera video feed in the rearview mirror, replacing the reflected image. Helps mitigate the Corvette's limited rear visibility.

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Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 2dr Coupe w/1LT (6.2L 8cyl 8AM) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.21 per gallon for premium unleaded in Michigan.

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Finally got it right

It is what it is...And it's great.

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