Chevy confirms: 2020 Corvette is fastest base-model ‘Vette ever made

Chevy confirms: 2020 Corvette is fastest base-model ‘Vette ever made

Chevrolet knew they were taking a big gamble when they decided to make the all-new 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray the first mid-engine production ‘Vette since the model debuted way back in 1953. That gamble is now paying off not only in groundbreaking style, but also in performance, with Chevy announcing that the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray is officially the fastest Corvette ever made, with even base Corvette Stingray models rocketing from zero to 60 in three seconds, and thundering through the quarter mile in 11.2 seconds at a top speed of 123 miles per hour. Performance is even better with the available Z51 package, which shaves a tenth off the zero to 60 time.

“The performance of the 2020 Stingray has far exceeded our expectations,” said Alex MacDonald, Chevrolet vehicle performance manager. “Moving more weight over the rear wheels helps us get off the line quicker, but it’s the integration between the powertrain and chassis that really takes the performance to new levels.”

The secret to the 2020 Corvette’s performance success largely boils down to the better weight balance of the mid-engine configuration, coupled with the 2020 Stingray’s standard 6.2-liter LT2 small-block V8. Even though it is naturally aspirated, the next-generation LT2 churns out a certified 495 horsepower and 470 lb.-ft. of torque, making the 2020 the most powerful base model Corvette in Chevrolet history.

“The LT2 is one of our best efforts yet in Corvette’s history of naturally aspirated high performance Small Block V-8 engines,” said Jordan Lee, GM’s global Chief Engineer of Small Block engines. “This engine is incredibly powerful and responsive. Power is readily available when the driver needs it.”

Built for the harshest high-performance duty, the engine includes track-ready features like a standard dry-sump oiling system with three scavenger pumps and a low-profile die cast oil pan with integrated filter and high-capacity oil cooler, allowing for great lubrication even when performing 1g turns. Backing that incredible engine is Chevrolet’s first eight-speed, dual-clutch automatic, developed in cooperation with high performance supplier Tremec.

“The goal from the beginning was to design a transmission worthy of an exotic supercar that is fun to drive everyday,” said Terri Schulke, GM global chief engineer of transmissions. “We achieved that goal by combining the best attributes of the LT2 and the DCT, and I think the impressive performance numbers speak for themselves.”

Everybody here at McLarty Daniel Chevrolet of Springdale is just itching to get our hands on the all-new 2020 Chevrolet Corvette, and we know our friends in the Northwest Arkansas Corvette Club are too! As your Northwest Arkansas Corvette Superstore, McLarty Daniel Chevrolet of Springdale will be one of the first in the area to have this modern marvel of a supercar on our lot when it debuts later this year. Ready to experience the most powerful ‘Vette in Chevrolet history? Stop in, talk to one of our friendly finance professionals and get pre-approved today. Then get ready for liftoff!