2009 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe (C6 LS3)





Photos

Basic Specs

Drivetrain
Rear Wheel Drive
Curb Weight (lbs)
3217
City (MPG)
16 (2008)
City (MPG)
15 (2008)
Hwy (MPG)
26 (2008)
Hwy (MPG)
25 (2008)
Horsepower
436 @ 5900
Horsepower
430 @ 5900
Torque (lb-ft)
424 @ 4600
Wheelbase (in.)
105.7
Length (in.)
174.6
Width (in.)
72.6
Height (in.)
49.0
The Corvette is Chevrolet's -- perhaps' even GM's -- most widely recognized model. The sports car has been in production since 1953, with several variants along the way. Now in its sixth generation, the so-called C6 Corvette Coupe was launched as a 2005 model.

Updated for 2008 and beyond, the Corvette Coupe receives an all-new 6.2L LS3 V8. The bump in displacement -- up from 6.0L -- increases horsepower to 430 or 436 with an available sports exhaust. Peak torque is 424 pound-feet on the basic model and 428-pound feet with the improved exhaust.

Other engine features include high-flow cylinder heads, enhanced valvetrain, a high-flow intake manifold larger-bore block with structural enhancements.

Channeling that added power to the rear wheels is either a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic with paddle shifters. The manual features improved manual transmission shift effort for 2008. The automatic delivers quicker shift times and a 2.73 performance axle ratio.

GM says the updated model has an improved steering feel.

A new standard split-spoke cast aluminum wheel design comes with the Coupe. Also available is a polished forged aluminum wheel design. Interior trim enhancements have been made across the range, including a wrapped center trim plate with Cyber pattern and new, brushed aluminum accents.

A custom Leather-Wrapped Interior Package is available for all models in new Linen and Sienna colors. Two new premium exterior colors: Jetstream Blue Metallic Tintcoat and Crystal Red Metallic Tintcoat are available.

A Keyless Access remote key fob with integrated key is also new for 2008. An iPod/MP3 jack is included on all sound systems except navigation (Personal Audio Link available as accessory for navigation system). OnStar and XM Satellite Radio are standard on all models. Auto-dimming mirrors with compass are also standard on all models.

Like Corvette Coupes of the past, the 2008 model comes with a removable roof panel (standard body-color or available transparent).

As with the Convertible model, a Z51 package is available that offers a laundry list of performance features, including an upgraded suspension.


o 2dr Cpe w/1LT