The upcoming 2024 Corvette E-Ray is going to take you by surprise with its innovative novelty. Chevrolet is doing something they've never done before by combining an electric motor with the already beastly V8 engine in the E-Ray. This time, it's not just some hybrid add-on. The new motor is going to provide an experience for Corvette drivers unlike ever seen before. It adds more horsepower to the already massive power of the V8. It's a huge move for next year, and we have all the details so far.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
- The all-wheel drivetrain now gets its power from a mix of gas and battery.
- Don't expect any miracles from the fuel economy with the E-Ray, despite the added battery.
- Upgraded exterior look, to match its added engine function.
ALL NEW, UPGRADED POWER
The new Corvette is bringing a boost. The 1.1 kWh lithium-ion battery adds 160 horsepower to the Corvette's already impressive 495-horsepower LT2 6.2-liter V8 engine. That's an impressive, combined horsepower of 655 altogether. The all-wheel-drive system splits the power between the entire car. The electric motor sends 160 horsepower to the front wheels, and the V8 engine sends the remaining 495 horsepower to the rear wheels. The battery pack focuses on making sure the battery itself is properly taken care of, featuring 80 refrigerant-chilled Chem pouch cells and a liquid power-cooled power inverter designed by LG. It charges fast, stays cool, and can be monitored every step of the way by the E-Ray's infotainment system.
The placement of the battery pack is tucked beneath the car to make room for the V8 up front and the AC motor at the back and weighs about 100 pounds in total. With all these new powertrain upgrades, when you're ready to hit the gas pedal, the Corvette goes from 0 to 60 in 2.5 seconds and completes the quarter mile in just 10.5 seconds. The 2024 E-Ray reaches top speeds of around 180 mph, with the electric motor tapping out for the V8 to kick in around 150 mph. With the 2024 E-Ray, you get all the speed and power you love about the Corvette of the past, but with the added power of electricity.
EXTERIOR
This car looks as good as it performs with an upgraded design next year. Since the 2024 E-Ray is all about speed and style, with its new motor, the outside now has wider fenders, quarter panels, and fascias. It's sleek and it's aerodynamic; much needed for the speed upgrade. Of course, all these design upgrades come at a price. Starting prices for the E-Ray are currently around $102,900 and will be available for purchase in late 2023.
NEW, ADDED FEATURES
When you slide into the driver's seat, you'll be greeted by 70 years of Corvette innovation in the making, with an all-encompassing command center. The diagonal infotainment system is now facing the driver, ready to respond to your every command. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are a must for all your connectivity needs, with a standard heads-up display to keep you focused on the road.
The E-Ray does not mess around when it comes to entertainment either. It's equipped with a 14-speaker Bose Performance Series. Need to keep the noise to a minimum on that V8 engine? The E-Ray has you covered. When you start up your E-Ray, you can enter "stealth mode." Just like the video game cheat codes of the past: buckle up, press the brake pedal, twist the drive knob counterclockwise, and hit the ignition. There you have it: you're in incognito mode, ready to fly under the radar.
THE BEST CORVETTE IS ON ITS WAY
The 2024 Corvette E-Ray is set to be the best Corvette yet. With each new iteration, we see innovation and updates, and this time, it feels like we've reached the pinnacle of the Corvette experience. We can't wait to see what else Chevrolet has in store for us in the future. Get ready to buckle up and enjoy the best of what 2024 has to offer in sports car luxury with the hybrid 2024 Corvette E-Ray.