Fastest Chevrolet Models Ever Made

Chevrolet has a long history of speed and performance, with 35 wins in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Manufacturers’ Championship and seven Chevy Corvette Racing trophies in the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Both the Indy 500 and Chevrolet got their start in 1911, and Chevy-branded engines have scored 100 IndyCar wins since 2012.

If you’re looking for high-performance vehicles that will blow away competitors on the race track, Chevy is the brand to go to. This manufacturer’s relentless pursuit of speed and innovation has yielded many outstanding vehicles. Here’s a list of some of the fastest Chevrolet models ever made.

2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1

The 2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 marked a stunning transition from a muscle car to a sports car. It’s equipped with a supercharged LSA small block V-8 engine that delivers 580 horsepower. It can go from zero to 60 mph in just 4 seconds and achieve a top speed of 184 mph. The Camaro ZL1 can run 11-second quarter miles on the track, yet all its components are entirely street legal, so you can take it anywhere you want to enjoy its powerful features.

2010 Chevrolet Corvette C6 Grand Sport

From 2010 onward, the Chevrolet Corvette C6 Grand Sport replaced the Z51 package, offering an eye-catching alternative to the standard Corvette that features a Z06-style body with a scooped hood to accommodate the intake and a rear-mounted battery. The 2010 Grand Sport is two seconds faster than the previous year’s Z51 on GM Milford’s 2.9-mile road course. The Grand Sport boasts a 430-horsepower LS6 V-8 engine that goes from zero to 60 mph in just 4.5 seconds and achieves a top speed of 190 mph.

2014 Chevrolet Corvette C7 Stingray

The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette C7 Stingray was the last Corvette to feature a front engine. This vehicle has a 6.2-liter LT1 V-8 under the hood that delivers 460 horsepower and 465 lb-ft of torque. This speed demon can rocket from zero to 60 mph in just 3.8 seconds and reach a top speed of 190 mph.

2021 Chevrolet Corvette C8 Stingray

The 2021 Chevrolet Corvette C8 Stingray is the first mid-engine Corvette with a 6.2-liter LT2 V-8 providing 495 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque. This is also the first Corvette to feature an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. This stunning vehicle can go from zero to 60 mph in just 2.9 seconds, achieving a top speed of 194 mph. The C8 stands out with improved aerodynamics, better weight distribution, and upgraded engine cooling, all of which make this vehicle easier to handle as it’s pushed to the limits.

2015 Chevrolet Corvette C7 Z06

The 2015 Chevrolet Corvette C7 Z06 is equipped with a front-mounted 6.2-liter V-8 engine that delivers incredible raw speed with 659 horsepower. This Corvette can reach a top speed of 196 mph, jetting forward from zero to 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds. It’s equipped with carbon-ceramic brakes, magnetorheological fluid-filled shocks, and carbon-fiber body pieces. The Z06 features the first automatic transmission in the history of this submodel in the form of GM’s own Hydra-Matic 8L90.

2018 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1

The distinctly athletic 2018 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 is perfectly poised to provide powerful handling that’s just right for the track. The ZL1 comes equipped with an LT4 6.2-liter supercharged V-8 engine with 650 horsepower. It can go from zero to 60 mph in 3.5 seconds and achieve a top speed of 198 mph. The ZL1 is available with either a six-speed manual transmission complete with Active Rev Match or a 10-speed paddle shift transmission with a 7.39 overall ratio spread.

2005 Chevrolet Corvette C6 Z06

You’ll find incredible racetrack prowess in the 2005 Chevrolet Corvette C6 Z06. This vehicle features an LS7 V-8 engine that offers 505 horsepower and 469 lb-ft of torque. Paired with a six-speed transmission, the C6 is equipped to provide a powerful driving experience. This Corvette can go from zero to 60 mph in 4.2 seconds and purportedly reaches a top speed of 198 mph. This compact two-door coupe is built for speed from bumper to bumper.

2023 Chevrolet Corvette C8 Z06

The highly anticipated 2023 Chevrolet Corvette C8 Z06 was MotorTrend’s Performance Vehicle of the Year. This mid-engine supercar features a 5.5-liter flat-plane LT6 V-8 engine offering 670 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque. The C8 features a flat-plane crankshaft that spaces the rods at 180 degrees versus the traditional 90. Forged aluminum pistons and titanium connecting rods lighten the load for this aerodynamic beast, further adding to its speed. This Corvette jets from zero to 60 mph in 2.6 seconds and has a top speed of 195 mph.

2009 Chevrolet Corvette C6 ZR1

The 2009 Chevrolet Corvette C6 ZR1 is powered by a supercharged 16-valve 6.2-liter LS9 V-8 engine with a six-speed manual transmission. You’ll enjoy 638 horsepower and 604 lb-ft of torque in this beast, making it the most powerful Corvette production of its time. It goes from zero to 60 mph in 3.4 seconds and achieves a stunning top speed of 205 mph. Carbon-fiber body panels keep it light, while adaptive dampers and suspension tuning provide superior handling.

2019 Chevrolet Corvette C7 ZR1

The most powerful Corvette available off a showroom floor, the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette C7 ZR1 achieves a top track speed of 212 mph with the standard rear low-wing aero package. Alternatively, you can opt for the two-way adjustable high-wing package that increases downforce for faster lap times. The Corvette C7 ZR1’s power comes from a 6.2-liter LT5 V-8 engine that delivers the highest output ever seen in a Chevrolet production vehicle. This is paired with an intercooled supercharger system and GM’s first dual fuel-injection system. This powerful ride gives you 755 horsepower and 715 lb-ft of torque.

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If you’re shopping for the fastest Chevrolet models on the market, we have a vehicle for you. Experience the powerful performance behind Chevrolet’s top speeds and take one out for a test drive in the Boardman and Youngstown area. Come visit us at Cochran Chevrolet Youngstown today.

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