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2014 Corvette Performance & Specifications

Powertrain, Steering, Brakes, Dimensions, & Suspension

Corvette of the Day: 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray

2014 Corvette Specifications

Main Specs

MODEL: 2014 Chevrolet Corvette
BODY STYLE: 2-door hatchback coupe with removable roof panel; rear-wheel drive
MANUFACTURING LOCATION: Bowling Green, Kentucky
CONSTRUCTION: Composite and carbon-fiber body panels, hydroformed aluminum frame with aluminum and magnesium structural and chassis components.

Body Specs

Model Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
Body styles / driveline:
two door hatchback coupe with removable roof panel or two door convertible; rear-wheel drive
Construction:
Composite and carbon-fiber body panels, hydroformed aluminum frame with aluminum and magnesium structural and chassis components
Manufacturing Plant: Bowling Green, KY
Wheelbase: 106.7 inches (2,710 mm)
Length: 176.9 inches / 4,493 mm
Width: 73.9 inches / 1,877 mm
Height: 48.6 inches / 1,235 mm (Coupe)
48.6 inches / 1,235 mm (Convertible)
Track: 63 inches (1,600) – Front
61.7 inches (1,567) – Rear
Curb Weight: 3,298 lbs (1,499 kg) – Coupe
3,362 lbs (1,529 kg) – Convertible
Weight Distribution: 50% Front, 50% Rear
Seating Capacity: Two
Headroom: 38 inches (962 mm)
Leg Room: 43 inches (1,092 mm)
Shoulder Room: 55 inches (1,397)
Hip Room: 54 inches (1,371)
Interior Volume: 52 cu. ft. (1,475 L)
Cargo Volume: Coupe – 15 cu. ft. (425 L)
Convertible – 10 cu. ft. (283 L)
Fuel Capacity: 18.5 gal (70 L)
Manual Seven Speed Transmission:
1st Gear 2.66:1
2nd Gear 1.78:1
3rd Gear 1.30:1
4th Gear 1.00:1
5th Gear .74:1
6th Gear .50:1
7th Gear .42:1
Reverse Gear 2.90:1
Final Drive Ration 3.42
Manual Seven Speed Transmission with Active Rev Match with Z51:
1st Gear 2.97:1
2nd Gear 2.07:1
3rd Gear 1.43:1
4th Gear 1.00:1
5th Gear .71:1
6th Gear .57:1
7th Gear .48:1
Reverse Gear 2.90:1
Final Drive Ration 3.42
Six Speed Paddle Shift Automatic:
1st Gear 4.03:1
2nd Gear 2.36:1
3rd Gear 1.53:1
4th Gear 1.15:1
5th Gear 0.85:1
6th Gear 0.67:1
Reverse Gear 3.06:1
Final Drive Ration 2.56 (2.73 with Z51)
Standard Fuel Tank Capacity:
18.5 gal (70 L)
Wheels: Front: 18-inch x 8.5-inch
Rear: 19-inch x 10-inch
Front: 19-inch x 8.5-inch (with Z51)
Rear: 20-inch x 10-inch (with Z51)
Tires: Michelin Pilot Super Sport Run Flat
Front: P245/40R18
Rear: P285/35R19
Front: P245/35R19 (with Z51)
Rear: P285/30R20 (with Z51)
EPA Fuel Economy:
Manual Transmission (Coupe, Convertible)
17 MPG (City) / 28 MPG (Highway) / 21 MPG (Combined)Automatic Transmission (Coupe, Convertible)
16 MPG (City) / 27 MPG (Highway) / 20 MPG (Combined)

Engine Specs

Designation: LT1 (Coupe, Convertible)
Type: 90° V8, Pushrod, OHV (overhead Valve)
Displacement – Coupe, Convertible:
376 cu. in. (6,162 cc)
Bore / Stroke – Coupe, Convertible:
4.06 inches x 3.62 inches (103.25 mm 92 mm)
Horsepower:
455 hp @ 6,000 RPM
460 hp @ 6,000 RPM (with performance exhaust)
Torque:
460 lbs. – ft. @ 4,600 (SAE-certified)
465 lbs. – ft. @ 4600 (SAE-certified, with performance exhaust)
Fuel Induction System:
Direct Injection
Fuel Requirement – Coupe, Convertible:
Premium recommended, not required
Redline: 6,600 RPM
Compression Ratio 11.5:1
Cylinder Head Material:
Cast Aluminum
Block Material: Cast Aluminum
Exhaust Manifolds:
Engine Oil Capacity: 7 Quarts, with filter
9.75 Quarts, with Z51
Cooling System Capacity:
11.3 qt (10.7 L)

Performance

0 – 60 MPH: 3.8 seconds
1/4 mile: 12 seconds @ 119 MPH

Chassis Specs

Suspension – Front:
Short/long arm (SLA) double wishbone, cast aluminum upper and lower control arms, transverse-mounted composite spring, monotube shock absorber
Suspension – Rear:
Short/long arm (SLA) double wishbone, cast aluminum upper and lower control arms, transverse-mounted composite spring, monotube shock absorber
Steering:
Variable-ratio rack-and-pinion with electric power assist
Steering Ratio: 12.0:1 to 16.4:1
Steering Turns, Lock to Lock:
2.53
Turning Circle, Curb to Curb:
37.7 ft. (11.5 M)
Active Handling
Magnetic Selective Ride Control (available with Z51)
Traction Control: StabiliTrak electronic stability control

Brake Specs

Type:
Front and rear power-assisted discs with four-piston fixed front and rear calipers (slotted rotors with Z51)
Rotor Diameter:
Front: 12.6 inches (320 mm) (13.6 inches (345 mm) with Z51)
Rear: 13.3 / 338
Rotor Thickness: Front: 1.18 inches (30 mm) (including Z51)
Rear: 0.90 inches (23 mm)

Exterior Dimensions

2014 Corvette Exterior Dimensions

Exterior Dimensions

Exterior Dimensions
Model Coupe
Wheelbase 106.7 Inches
Overall Length 177.0 Inches
Total Body Width 73.9 Inches
Overall Height 48.6 Inches
Front Track Width 62.8 Inches
Rear Track Width 61.6 Inches

Interior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions
Model Coupe
Headroom 37.9 Inches
Shoulder Room 55.2 Inches
Hip Room 53.7 Inches
Leg Room 43.0 Inches