2013 Chevrolet Corvette

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Rating7.8

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Midsize Coupe
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$49,600 - $111,600
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Uninterrupted power by the V8

Poor fuel efficiency

New 60th Anniversary Design Package

Class-leading cargo space

Old interior and exterior design

New optional ZR1-style rear spoiler and alloy wheels

Crispy handling and comfortable front seats

Cheap materials here and there

Revised color pallet

Specs & Features

$75,925

price

505 hp @ 6300 rpm

horsepower

470 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

torque

6-Speed Manual

transmission

7.0L 8cyl RWD 6M

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2013 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe is a midsize coupe offered in 4 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $49,600. For that price, it mainly competes with the Dodge Challenger SRT8 Coupe, the Ford Mustang Boss 302 Coupe, and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class E550 Coupe which has the highest price tag among the bunch. Between 4 trims, the Corvette offers a single powertrain. The base engine is a 6.2L V8 engine capable of making 430 horsepower and 424 lb-ft of torque. If more power is required, the same engine also makes 436 horsepower and 428 lb-ft of torque with the dual-mode exhaust. The engine is mated to a 6-speed manual transmission by default but a 6-speed automatic transmission is available as well. The Corvette reaches 60 mph from zero in 4.2 seconds with the standard setup. Depending on the transmission, the Corvette can manage a combined fuel economy between 18 and 19 mpg. While we’re on the topic of choices, the 10 striking colors the Corvette comes in really pull you towards itself.

Buying Advice

Step over the base 1LT trim for the 2LT trim if you mainly want to upgrade the infotainment system. It adds all the features of the base trim and a head-up display, a 9-speaker Bose sound system, a 6.5-inch touchscreen, satellite radio, and more. If you can spend more, the 3LT is a great choice as well.

Trims

    427
    $75,925 onwards
    • Engine: 7.0L 8cyl RWD 6M
    • Horsepower: 505 hp @ 6300 rpm hp
    • Torque: 470 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 3.8 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 18 mpg
    1LT
    $49,600 onwards
    • 18-Inch alloy wheels
    • Auto-Dimming side mirrors
    • Body color carbon-fiber removable roof panel
    • Cruise control
    • Dual-Zone automatic climate control
    • Keyless entry and keyless ignition
    • Performance tires
    • Xenon headlights
    3LT
    $49,600 onwards
    • Auxiliary audio jack
    • Driver memory functions
    • Heated sport seats
    • Satellite radio
    • Telescoping steering wheel
    4LT
    $49,600 onwards
    • Engine: 6.2L 8cyl RWD 6M
    • Horsepower: 430 hp @ 5900 rpm hp
    • Torque: 424 lb.-ft. @ 4600 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 4.1 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 19 mpg
    Base
    $49,600 onwards
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Siriusxm AM/FM/Satellite
    2LT
    $49,600 onwards
    • 6-way adjustable driver seat
    • 9-Speaker Bose audio system
    • Bluetooth audio streaming
    • Head-Up display
    • Leather upholstery
    • Navigation system
    • Tilt steering wheel
    • USB/iPod audio interface
    Z16 Grand Sport 1LT
    $56,000 onwards
    • Engine: 6.2L 8cyl RWD 6M
    • Horsepower: 430 hp @ 5900 rpm hp
    • Torque: 424 lb.-ft. @ 4600 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 3.9 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 19 mpg
    Z16 Grand Sport 4LT
    $56,000 onwards
    • Engine: 6.2L 8cyl RWD 6M
    • Horsepower: 430 hp @ 5900 rpm hp
    • Torque: 424 lb.-ft. @ 4600 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 3.9 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 19 mpg
    Z16 Grand Sport 3LT
    $56,000 onwards
    • Engine: 6.2L 8cyl RWD 6M
    • Horsepower: 430 hp @ 5900 rpm hp
    • Torque: 424 lb.-ft. @ 4600 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 3.9 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 19 mpg
    Z16 Grand Sport 2LT
    $56,000 onwards
    • Engine: 6.2L 8cyl RWD 6M
    • Horsepower: 430 hp @ 5900 rpm hp
    • Torque: 424 lb.-ft. @ 4600 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 4.1 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 19 mpg
    Grand Sport
    $59,600 onwards
    • Engine: 6.2L 8cyl 6M
    • Horsepower: 430 hp @ 5900 rpm hp
    • Torque: 424 lb.-ft. @ 4600 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 4.1 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 19 mpg
    Z06 1LZ
    $75,600 onwards
    • Engine: 7.0L 8cyl RWD 6M
    • Horsepower: 505 hp @ 6300 rpm hp
    • Torque: 470 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 3.7 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 18 mpg
    Z06 3LZ
    $75,600 onwards
    • Engine: 7.0L 8cyl RWD 6M
    • Horsepower: 505 hp @ 6300 rpm hp
    • Torque: 470 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 3.7 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 18 mpg
    Z06 2LZ
    $75,600 onwards
    • Engine: 7.0L 8cyl RWD 6M
    • Horsepower: 505 hp @ 6300 rpm hp
    • Torque: 470 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 3.7 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 18 mpg
    427 Collector Edition
    $75,925 onwards
    • Engine: 7.0L 8cyl RWD 6M
    • Horsepower: 505 hp @ 6300 rpm hp
    • Torque: 470 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 3.8 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 18 mpg
    ZR1 1ZR
    $111,600 onwards
    • Engine: 6.2L 8cyl RWD 6M
    • Horsepower: 638 hp @ 6500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 604 lb.-ft. @ 3800 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 3.4 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 17 mpg
    ZR1 3ZR
    $111,600 onwards
    • Engine: 6.2L 8cyl RWD 6M
    • Horsepower: 638 hp @ 6500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 604 lb.-ft. @ 3800 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 3.4 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 17 mpg

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361 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

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2013 Chevrolet Corvette vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    4.1 sec12.2 sec-
    2.89 sec13.2 sec150 mph
    3.11 sec11.4 sec206 mph
    3.15 sec11.7 sec190 mph
    3.4 sec--
    3.5 sec--

    2013 Chevrolet Corvette vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      16 mpg26 mpg19 mpg18 gal.-
      19 mpg27 mpg22 mpg16.9 gal.321.1/456.3 mi.
      16 mpg26 mpg19 mpg18 gal.288/468 mi.
      16 mpg23 mpg19 mpg19.5 gal.312/448.5 mi.
      16 mpg24 mpg19 mpg16.9 gal.270.4/405.6 mi.
      15 mpg22 mpg18 mpg23.8 gal.357/523.6 mi.

      2013 Chevrolet Corvette vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        174.6 in.72.6 in.49.1 in.4 in.105.7 in.
        200.2 in.73.7 in.55.8 in.5 in.116.3 in.
        199.4 in.73.7 in.55.8 in.5 in.116.3 in.
        2013 BMW M6

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        192.8 in.82.9 in.54.1 in.4 in.112.2 in.

        2013 Bentley Continental GT

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        189.2 in.76.5 in.55.3 in.5 in.108.1 in.
        185.8 in.74 in.50.5 in.4 in.107.9 in.

        2013 Chevrolet Corvette vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          54.1 cu.ft.52 cu.ft.22.4 cu.ft.
          2013 BMW M6

          Ranked #1

          11 cu.ft.88 cu.ft.11 cu.ft.
          5 cu.ft.-4.8 cu.ft.
          14.7 cu.ft.88.4 cu.ft.14.7 cu.ft.
          34.3 cu.ft.95.9 cu.ft.68.6 cu.ft.
          5 cu.ft.78 cu.ft.65.7 cu.ft.

          2013 Chevrolet Corvette vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            12 cu.ft.54.1 cu.ft.22.4 cu.ft.180 ft.
            70.6 cu.ft.14.7 cu.ft.14.7 cu.ft.-
            68.6 cu.ft.34.3 cu.ft.68.6 cu.ft.-
            13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.-
            44.8 cu.ft.22.4 cu.ft.22.4 cu.ft.79 ft.
            15.7 cu.ft.22.4 cu.ft.22.4 cu.ft.-

            2013 Chevrolet Corvette vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              -3208 lbs. -
              -3333 lbs.
              840 lbs.3829 lbs.
              -3354 lbs.
              -3549 lbs.
              -3311 lbs.

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