The Stingray Coupe starts at $51,995 (including destination) and the Convertible is priced at
$56,995 (including destination). They share identical chassis tuning and performance
technologies. They also share nearly-identical curb weights, as the only structural changes for
the convertible model are limited to accommodations for the folding top and repositioned safety
belt mounts.
Corvette Stingray highlights include:
An interior that offers genuine carbon fiber and aluminum trim, hand-wrapped leather
materials, dual eight-inch configurable driver/infotainment screens, and two new seat
choices – each featuring a lightweight magnesium frame for exceptional support
Advanced driver technologies, including a five-position Drive Mode Selector that tailors
12 vehicle attributes to fit the driver’s environment and a new seven-speed manual
transmission with Active Rev Matching that anticipates gear selections and matches
engine speed for perfect shifts every time
An all-new 6.2L LT1 V-8 engine combines advanced technologies, including direct
injection, Active Fuel Management, continuously variable valve timing and an advanced
combustion system that delivers more power while using less fuel
Lightweight materials, including an aluminum frame; carbon fiber hood and removable
roof panel on coupes; composite fenders, doors and rear quarter panels; carbon-nano
composite underbody panels and a new aluminum frame help shift weight rearward for
an optimal 50/50 weight balance that supports a world-class power-to-weight ratio
A sculpted exterior features advanced high-intensity discharge and light-emitting diode
lighting and racing-proven aerodynamics that balance low drag for efficiency and
performance elements for improved stability and track capability
An all-new, fully electronic top on the convertible that can be lowered remotely using the
key fob and operates at up to 30 mph
Track-capable Z51 Performance Package, including an electronic limited-slip differential;
dry-sump oiling system; integral brake, differential and transmission cooling; as well as
specific wheels, tires, brakes and a unique aero package that improves high-speed
stability.
“Stingray is one of the hallowed names in automotive history,” said Ed Welburn, GM vice
president of global design. “We knew we couldn’t use the Stingray name unless the new car
truly lived up to the legacy. The result is a new Corvette Stingray that breaks from tradition,
while remaining instantly recognizable as a Corvette the world over.”
The new Corvette Stingray is built at GM’s Bowling Green, Ky., assembly plant, which
underwent a $131-million upgrade, including approximately $52 million for a new body shop to
manufacture the aluminum frame in-house for the first time.
“We believe the Corvette represents the future of modern performance cars because it delivers
more power, more driving excitement and better fuel efficiency,” said Tadge Juechter, Corvette
chief engineer. “The result is better performance by every measure. The 2014 Corvette delivers
the fastest acceleration, the most cornering grip, the most track capability, the best braking
performance
and
what we expect to be the best fuel economy ever for a standard Corvette.”
