2016 Chevrolet Corvette Z06

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Rating8.3

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Midsize Coupe
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$79,400 - $92,345
Starting Price 
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 1, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Exceptional power output and ludicrous acceleration

Rivals are much more refined

Standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

Engaging driving dynamics

Clunky infotainment interface

Front-view parking cameras

Absolute value for money considering the performance it offers

Disappointing efficiency numbers

Specs & Features

$79,400

price

650 hp @ 6400 rpm

horsepower

650 lb.-ft. @ 3600 rpm

torque

7-Speed Manual

transmission

6.2L 8cyl RWD 7M

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2016 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Coupe is a midsize coupe offered in 3 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $79,400. For that price, it mainly competes with the Dodge Viper Coupe and the Nissan GT-R Coupe. Alternatively, you could also consider the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Coupe which offers a similar power output and straight-line acceleration. Between 3 trims, the Corvette Z06 Coupe offers a single powertrain. It is a 6.2L supercharged V8 engine making 650 horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque. However, there is a choice between a 7-speed manual transmission and an 8-speed automatic transmission. The Corvette Z06 Coupe reaches 60 MPH from zero in 3.5 seconds with the manual transmission, which gets pumped up to 3.2 seconds with the automatic. The Corvette Z06 Coupe manages a combined fuel economy between 16 and 18 MPG. While we're on the topic of choices, the 10 striking colors the Corvette Z06 Coupe comes in really pull you towards itself.

Buying Advice

The 2016 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Coupe offers an exceptionally capable powertrain and sharp handling at an impressive price point. It is available in three trims. We recommend getting the mid-level 2LZ trim equipped with front-view parking cameras, a cargo shade, heated and ventilated seats with power lumbar and side-bolster adjustments, driver memory settings, and a 10-speaker Bose sound system along with some other features over the base trim. 

Trims

    1LZ
    $79,400 onwards
    • Automatic climate control
    • Cruise control
    • Keyless entry and keyless ignition
    • Xenon headlights
    2LZ
    $82,965 onwards
    • 10-Speakers premium sound system
    • Auto dimming rearview mirrors
    • Head-Up display
    • Heated and ventilated front seats
    • Rear Camera
    3LZ
    $88,345 onwards
    • Leather upholstery
    • Navigation system
    • Performance data recorder

Compare to similar cars

Price

$79,400- $92,345

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.32

Horsepower

650 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque

650 lb.-ft. @ 3600 rpm

Capacity

2

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$113,400- $119,700

Gasoline

8.66

552 hp @ 6000 rpm

502 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

4

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$55,400- $74,145

Gasoline

7.57

455 hp @ 6000 rpm

460 lb.-ft. @ 4600 rpm

2

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$25,700- $48,300

Gasoline

8.37

275 hp @ 5600 rpm

295 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

4

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$87,895- $118,795

Gasoline

7.12

645 hp @ 6200 rpm

600 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

2

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$129,900

Gasoline

8.34

503 hp @ 6250 rpm

479 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

2

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$101,770- $111,510

Gasoline

7.34

545 hp @ 6400 rpm

463 lb.-ft. @ 3200 rpm

4

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$151,100- $194,600

Gasoline

8.34

520 hp @ 6000 rpm

487 lb.-ft. @ 1950 rpm

4

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$130,400

Gasoline

8.64

475 hp @ 8250 rpm

324 lb.-ft. @ 6250 rpm

2

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$84,300- $132,800

Gasoline

8.44

350 hp @ 7400 rpm

287 lb.-ft. @ 5600 rpm

4

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2016 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
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    3.2 sec11.2 sec-
    2.9 sec11.2 sec-
    3.1 sec11.3 sec-
    3.1 sec11.4 sec-
    3.3 sec11.2 sec-
    3.47 sec--

    2016 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      13 mpg22 mpg18 mpg18.5 gal.277.5/407 mi.
      22 mpg30 mpg24 mpg19 gal.399/570 mi.
      20 mpg27 mpg22 mpg16.9 gal.321.1/456.3 mi.
      16 mpg29 mpg21 mpg18.5 gal.314.5/536.5 mi.
      17 mpg24 mpg20 mpg18 gal.304.3/429.6 mi.
      15 mpg25 mpg19 mpg24 gal.360/600 mi.

      2016 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        177.9 in.77.4 in.48.6 in.4 in.106.7 in.
        2016 BMW M6

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        192.8 in.74.8 in.54.1 in.4.2 in.112.2 in.
        189.3 in.76.7 in.55.2 in.6 in.108 in.

        2016 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350

        Ranked #3

        188.9 in.75.9 in.54.2 in.5 in.107.1 in.
        188.3 in.74.7 in.53.1 in.4 in.110.7 in.

        2016 Aston Martin DB9

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        185.8 in.74 in.50.5 in.4 in.107.9 in.

        2016 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
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          15 cu.ft.52 cu.ft.15 cu.ft.
          8.8 cu.ft.79 cu.ft.8.8 cu.ft.
          9.1 cu.ft.81.4 cu.ft.7.1 cu.ft.
          2016 BMW M6

          Ranked #3

          13 cu.ft.87 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.
          4.1 cu.ft.-13.2 cu.ft.
          12.6 cu.ft.89 cu.ft.12.6 cu.ft.

          2016 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            62.2 cu.ft.15 cu.ft.15 cu.ft.-
            16.7 cu.ft.4.1 cu.ft.13.2 cu.ft.-
            38.3 cu.ft.10.6 cu.ft.10.6 cu.ft.98 ft.
            50.3 cu.ft.12.6 cu.ft.12.6 cu.ft.67 ft.
            -12.3 cu.ft.--
            71 cu.ft.4.1 cu.ft.13.2 cu.ft.-

            2016 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              -3524 lbs.
              914 lbs.3516 lbs.
              -3549 lbs.
              540 lbs.3627 lbs.
              948 lbs.5060 lbs.
              915 lbs.3042 lbs.

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