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While the new 650-hp Z06 coupe and convertible soak up the limelight, the Stingray gains a series of functional upgrades like a new eight-speed automatic transmission, while also seeing its paint and wheel options shuffled a bit.
Don’t worry, the 455-hp 6.2-liter V-8 and seven-speed manual transmission are still very much standard.
We previously reported on the replacement of the optional six-speed automatic with GM’s new, in-house 8L90 eight-speed unit, so we’ll skip to the other stuff.
Like practically every other Chevy product, the Corvette’s OnStar telematics setup gains a built-in 4G LTE data connection provided by AT&T as standard. A three-month/3-GB data trial is included, but after that customers must pony up for a monthly data subscription.
On the performance side of things, the optional high-performance Z51 package now includes the Corvette’s available sports exhaust. We’re guessing that those interested in the Z51 kit were also keen to order the awesome-sounding upgraded exhaust, too, so this is a logical step.
Chevrolet’s new Performance Data Recorder, which allows drivers to download a flurry of dynamic and track data after a drive—and record their antics with a built-in camera—is now included with the Vette’s optional navigation system.
Chevrolet’s new Performance Data Recorder, which allows drivers to download a flurry of dynamic and track data after a drive—and record their antics with a built-in camera—is now included with the Vette’s optional navigation system.
Uplevel 3LT trim levels now get a suede-wrapped dashboard and upper door panels, convertible buyers can buy carbon-fiber tonneau inserts, a CFZ carbon-fiber style package is now available, and buyers can opt for the Z51 wheels and spoiler via a new ZF1 package.
The only other changes are some updated wheel designs and the loss of a few colors, most notably this author’s favorite, Lime Rock Green. The hues have been replaced by Shark Gray and Daytona Sunrise Orange.
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