The 2025 Chevrolet Corvette C8 Stingray, Z06, E-Ray, and ZR1
2025 Chevrolet Corvette C8 Stingray
2025 marked an exciting new chapter for the mid-engine Corvette with the highly anticipated return of the legendary ZR1 nameplate, establishing a three-tier performance hierarchy within the C8 generation. While production data through early 2025 showed 25,835 units on track, with an expected final total exceeding 35,000-40,000 units for the complete model year, the lineup expansion demonstrated Chevrolet's commitment to offering diverse performance and technology options. The Stingray remained the core model at 63.3% of early-year production (9,329 units), continuing with the proven 6.2L LT2 V-8 producing 495 horsepower. The Z06 strengthened its position to 27.2% of production (4,008 units), reflecting strong buyer interest in the widebody, track-focused performance variant. The E-Ray hybrid achieved 9.5% of early production (1,403 units), demonstrating growing acceptance of electric-hybrid technology in performance vehicles. The new ZR1, expected to contribute 300-500 units for its inaugural year, introduced supercharged power and cutting-edge hybrid performance technology to establish the ultimate mid-engine Corvette. 2025 represented a pivotal moment in Corvette history, with the brand offering customers an unprecedented range of performance options from accessible hybrid technology to ultimate supercharged performance.
Production Options and Build Statistics
Total 2025 Corvettes Built (YTD) - 25,835
(Note: Production data through February 2025; final model year total expected to exceed 35,000-40,000 units)
Stingray Models (YTD) - 9,329 (63.3%)
Z06 Models (YTD) - 4,008 (27.2%)
E-Ray Models (YTD) - 1,403 (9.5%)
ZR1 Models - Est. 300-500 units (inaugural year, Q2 2025 launch)
Z06 Models (YTD) - 4,008 (27.2%)
E-Ray Models (YTD) - 1,403 (9.5%)
ZR1 Models - Est. 300-500 units (inaugural year, Q2 2025 launch)
Stingray Serial Numbers: 1G1YL2D7XS5100001 - 1G1YL2D7XS5109329 (YTD)
Z06 Serial Numbers: 1G1ZR53981S5300001 - 1G1ZR53981S5304008 (YTD)
E-Ray Serial Numbers: 1G1ZL3D93S5400001 - 1G1ZL3D93S5401403 (YTD)
ZR1 Serial Numbers: 1G1ZW35985S5500001 (anticipated range, Q2 2025 launch)
Z06 Serial Numbers: 1G1ZR53981S5300001 - 1G1ZR53981S5304008 (YTD)
E-Ray Serial Numbers: 1G1ZL3D93S5400001 - 1G1ZL3D93S5401403 (YTD)
ZR1 Serial Numbers: 1G1ZW35985S5500001 (anticipated range, Q2 2025 launch)
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, ZR, ZL, or ZW | YY = Corvette Stingray; ZR = Corvette Z06; ZL = Corvette E-Ray; ZW = Corvette ZR1 |
| 6 | 2 or 3 |
Body style number 2 = Two door hatchback coupe 3 = Two door convertible |
| 7 | 5 or 6 | Restraint Code |
| 8 | X, 9, 3, or 5 | Engine Type (X = 376 ci / 6.2L LT2 Stingray, 9 = 335 ci / 5.5L LS7 Z06, 3 = Hybrid E-Ray, 5 = Supercharged Hybrid ZR1) |
| 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 | S | The model year S=2025 |
| 11 | 5 | Bowling Green, Kentucky |
| 12-17 | 100001+ (Stingray); 300001+ (Z06); 400001+ (E-Ray); 500001+ (ZR1) | Production Sequence |
Production Breakdown (YTD)
| Model | Units (YTD) | Percentage | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stingray | 9,329 | 63.3% | Base mid-engine model with LT2 V-8 |
| Z06 | 4,008 | 27.2% | Widebody track performance variant with LS7 |
| E-Ray | 1,403 | 9.5% | Hybrid-electric performance variant |
| ZR1 | Est. 300-500 | ~1-2% | Limited-production supercharged hybrid ultimate variant (Q2 2025 launch) |
Key Market Trends
| Observation | Impact |
|---|---|
| Z06 Strengthens Position | Performance variants continue gaining market share, now representing over 27% of C8 sales |
| E-Ray Hybrid Acceptance | Electric-hybrid technology exceeds expectations at 9.5%, trending toward 10% adoption goal |
| Stingray Remains Core | Base LT2 model sustains ~63% share despite expanded performance options |
| ZR1 Limited Production | Estimated 300-500 units for inaugural year, establishing exclusive halo status |
2025 Corvette C8 Specifications
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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
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| Feature | Stingray LT2 / Z06 LS7 / E-Ray Hybrid / ZR1 Supercharged Hybrid |
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| Type | V-8, all aluminum, overhead valve (Stingray/Z06); V-8 with hybrid electric motors (E-Ray/ZR1) |
| Displacement (cubic inches / liters) | 376 ci / 6.2L (LT2) / 335 ci / 5.5L (LS7) / 376 ci / 6.2L + Hybrid (E-Ray) / 376 ci / 6.2L Supercharged + Hybrid (ZR1) |
| Horsepower @ RPM | 495 @ 6000 (LT2) / 670 @ 8400 (Z06 LS7) / 655 combined (E-Ray) / 1000+ combined (ZR1) |
| Torque (lb.-ft.) @ RPM | 470 @ 4600 (LT2) / 460 @ 6300 (Z06 LS7) / 659 combined (E-Ray) / 900+ combined (ZR1) |
| Fuel System | Electronic fuel injection, sequential direct injection; Hybrid system (E-Ray/ZR1); Supercharger (ZR1) |
| Transmission Options | Eight-speed automatic with paddle shifters (only transmission offered) |
| Special Note (2025) | 2025 marks the return of the legendary ZR1 nameplate to the Corvette lineup, introducing supercharged hybrid performance to the mid-engine generation. With early-year production showing 25,835 units across four distinct models, the C8 platform now offers unprecedented breadth of performance options, from accessible electric-hybrid technology to ultimate 1000+ horsepower supercharged performance, establishing the Corvette as a comprehensive performance platform for the modern era |