Chevrolet reveals the 2025 Corvette ZR1, the most powerful Corvette ever, starting at $174,995 with 1,064 horsepower and a 233-mph top speed.
Chevrolet has officially announced pricing for the highly anticipated 2025 Corvette ZR1, a track-focused supercar set to redefine American performance. With a staggering 1,064 horsepower, a 0-60 mph time of just 2.3 seconds, and a top speed of 233 mph, the ZR1 is the most powerful and quickest Corvette ever built—offering supercar-level performance at a fraction of the cost of its European rivals.
The ZR1 will be available in two trims: the 1LZ coupe starting at $174,995, and the 1LZ hardtop convertible at $184,995 (both prices include a $1,695 destination fee). The 3LZ trim, which adds premium interior features, starts at $185,995 for the coupe and $195,995 for the convertible.
At the heart of the ZR1 is Chevrolet’s most powerful production engine ever—a hand-assembled 5.5L twin-turbocharged LT7 DOHC V8 producing 1,064 horsepower at 7,000 rpm and 828 lb-ft of torque at 6,000 rpm. This powertrain makes the ZR1 not only the most powerful factory Corvette but also the most potent V8 ever built by an American manufacturer.
Performance and Features
The 2025 Corvette ZR1 is built for speed and precision, boasting a quarter-mile time of 9.6 seconds at 150 mph. Chevrolet has engineered the car with an advanced carbon-fiber aero package that generates over 1,200 pounds of downforce at high speeds, ensuring exceptional stability. Carbon-ceramic brakes, carbon-fiber ground effects, and side intakes all contribute to its race-ready performance.
Performance Upgrades
For those looking for even more track-focused capabilities, Chevrolet offers:
- ZR1 Carbon Fiber Aero Package ($8,495): Adds an aggressive high-downforce rear wing, front dive planes, hood spoiler, and underbody strakes to enhance aerodynamics.
- ZTK Performance Package ($1,500): Available only with the Carbon Fiber Aero Package, further optimizing the car for track use.
Interior and Technology
Inside, the 1LZ trim includes 8-way power-adjustable GT1 or Competition Sport seats, a Bose 10-speaker audio system, and a 12-inch digital instrument cluster. The 3LZ trim enhances the experience with a 14-speaker Bose Performance Series sound system, premium leather surfaces, and ventilated power-lumbar seats.
Supercar Performance at a Competitive Price
The Corvette ZR1’s pricing undercuts many high-performance rivals while offering blistering acceleration and top-tier engineering. With dealer markups expected to push pricing closer to $300,000, it remains a relative bargain compared to hypercars delivering similar performance.
Chevrolet’s latest flagship proves that American performance is alive and well, and with the 2025 ZR1, the Corvette continues to push the limits of engineering and affordability in the supercar world.
