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2010 Corvette Reviews and PriceVehicle HighlightsThe
2010 Chevrolet Corvette lineup gains a new model, the
Grand Sport.
Chevy's performance car comes as a coupe and convertible. Both body
styles are available in Base and Grand Sport trim levels. Grand Sport
replaces the Z51 option package and includes specific styling cues,
suspension tuning, brakes, and transmission gearing. Base and Grand
Sport models have a 430-horsepower 6.2-liter V8 engine. An optional "dual-mode"
exhaust system increases horsepower to 436. Transmission choices include
a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic. Chevy offers other high-performance
Corvette models, the Z06 and ZR1, both available only as coupes. Z06 has
a 505-horsepower 7.0-liter V8, 6-speed manual transmission, specific
suspension tuning, tires, and brakes. ZR1 has a supercharged 638-horsepower
6.2-liter V8 engine and 6-speed manual transmission. ZR1 differs from
other Corvettes by its unique suspension tuning and use of lightweight
carbon fiber on the hood, roof panel, roof bow, front-fascia splitter,
and rocker moldings. All manual-transmission Corvette models incorporate
GM's new Launch Control, which modulates engine speed in order to
maximize grip during full-throttle launches. The ZR1 adds a "Performance
Traction Management" system, which automatically adjusts the traction
control and suspension to suit high-performance driving. Available
safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, and side
airbags. Among the available features are a head-up display, navigation
system, and wireless cell phone link. |
