The 2016 Chevrolet Corvette and Z06
2016 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport
2016 marked a record-breaking year for the C7 generation, with total production reaching 40,689 units—the highest production number in the generation's history to date. The most significant development was the triumphant return of the legendary Z06 variant, featuring an all-new 6.2L LS7 V-8 engine producing a staggering 645 horsepower and 630 lb-ft of torque. The new Z06 represented the ultimate expression of naturally-aspirated performance in the Corvette lineup, with active aero, a performance suspension tuned for the track, and a distinctive wide-body stance. The Stingray lineup continued with the LT1 engine in both coupe and convertible configurations, offered with manual or automatic transmissions. With 14,275 Z06 units produced, the return of the legendary nameplate proved immediately popular with performance enthusiasts. The 2016 model year demonstrated that the C7 generation had matured into a comprehensive performance portfolio capable of serving everything from weekend cruisers to track-day competitors, reestablishing Corvette as one of the most capable sports cars in the world.
Production Options and Build Statistics
Total 2016 Corvettes Built - 40,689
Total 2016 Stingray Coupes - 14,528
Total 2016 Stingray Convertibles - 11,886
Total 2016 Z06 Coupes - 10,045
Total 2016 Z06 Convertibles - 4,230
Total 2016 Stingray Convertibles - 11,886
Total 2016 Z06 Coupes - 10,045
Total 2016 Z06 Convertibles - 4,230
Stingray Serial Numbers: 1G1YL2D77G5100001 - 1G1YL2D77G5126414
Z06 Serial Numbers: 1G1YL2D9XG5200001 - 1G1YL2D9XG5214275
Z06 Serial Numbers: 1G1YL2D9XG5200001 - 1G1YL2D9XG5214275
The "Vehicle Identification Number" (also VIN or serial number) is stamped on a plate on the inner vertical surface of the left windshield pillar visible through the windshield. Here is the VIN decoder.
| Position | Character | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | US built |
| 2 | G | General Motors Product |
| 3 | 1 | Chevrolet Motor Division Vehicle |
| 4&5 | YY | Corvette |
| 6 | 2 or 3 |
Body style number 2 = Two door hatchback coupe 3 = Two door convertible |
| 7 | 5 or 6 | Restraint Code |
| 8 | 7 or 9 | Engine Type (7 = 376 ci/6.2L LT1, 9 = 427 ci/6.2L LS7) |
| 9 | ? | A check digit that calculates the characters in the serial number and gives it a single digit code and can be used to verify that the serial number is legitimate |
| 10 | G | The model year G=2016 |
| 11 | 5 | Bowling Green, Kentucky |
| 12-17 | 100001-126414 for Stingray; 200001-214275 for Z06 | Production Sequence |
Production Options
| Feature | Selection |
|---|---|
| Stingray / Z06 Eight-Speed Automatic | Primary transmission option for most buyers |
| Stingray Z51 Performance Package | Popular upgrade option |
| Z06 Z07 Performance Package | Track-focused upgrades with enhanced aero |
| Carbon Fiber Aero Options | Lightweight weight reduction package |
Exterior Colors - 2016
| Color | Notes |
|---|---|
| Arctic White | Top color choice across all models |
| Watkins Glen Gray | Metallic gray option |
| Black | Classic choice, consistent popularity |
| Torch Red | Traditional Corvette red |
| Admiral Blue | Limited color with restricted allocations |
| Long Beach Red (NEW) | Introduced for 2016 model year |
| Corvette Racing Yellow (NEW) | Introduced for 2016 model year |
| Blade Silver | Metallic silver finish |
Interior Colors
| Color | Availability |
|---|---|
| Jet Black | Standard interior color |
| Adrenaline Red | Optional sport interior |
| Kalahari Beige | Optional premium interior |
| Competition Gray | Optional (Z51/Z07 packages) |
2016 Corvette Specifications
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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
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| Feature | Stingray LT1 / Z06 LS7 |
|---|---|
| Type | V-8, all aluminum, overhead valve |
| Displacement (cubic inches / liters) | 376 ci / 6.2L (LT1) / 427 ci / 6.2L (LS7) |
| Bore x Stroke (inches) | 3.90 x 3.62 (LT1) / 4.13 x 3.98 (LS7) |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 (LT1) / 11.0:1 (LS7) |
| Horsepower @ RPM | 460 @ 6000 (LT1) / 645 @ 6300 (LS7) |
| Torque (lb.-ft.) @ RPM | 465 @ 4600 (LT1) / 630 @ 4800 (LS7) |
| Fuel System | Electronic fuel injection, sequential direct injection |
| Transmission Options | Seven-speed manual with Active Rev Matching or eight-speed automatic (Stingray); Seven-speed manual only (Z06) |
| Special Note (2016) | The legendary Z06 nameplate returned after a generation with an all-new LS7 engine, making 2016 the highest-production year in C7 history with 40,689 units. The Z06's track-focused engineering and extreme power output established it as one of the most capable naturally-aspirated sports cars on the market |