TRY ALL NEW: Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Review
TRY ALL NEW: Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Review
TRY ALL NEW: Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Review
This time I have the opportunity to climb another piece of American motor history. I put the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 to the test, the one that has been the most sportive sports car in the range for three years and until the Corvette ZR1 2018 has made an appearance.
Its exterior impresses. It still maintains the appearance of the Stingray, but equips different elements, especially aerodynamic. And it is one of the most advanced cars in terms of aerodynamic resistance, and this is due to the work that has made the racing team in the vehicle. Because it shares a multitude of pieces with the racing car, the C7.R, since they were developed together; the dry sump oil system, the titanium intake valves, the composite floor panels, the hydroformed aluminum chassis and the carbon fiber roof and boot are some of the components you will see in both models.
Of its frontal it emphasizes the splitter of the bumper, the calandra, with two takings of refrigeration to cool the brakes; and the hood, with air intakes and a larger hump to house the compressor. His profile continues to impact, as well as his behind, which now equips a wider pilots, with which it gives a feeling of greater width; a spoiler, with which for the first time greater aerodynamic load is achieved to keep the rear axle well attached to the asphalt, and four exhaust outlets. Also, on top of the wheel arches there are two sockets: the one on the right side is responsible for cooling the differential, while the one on the left does the same with the transmission.
Chevrolet Corvette Z06 interior
The interior is also very similar to the Stingray. The first thing I notice is the multifunction steering wheel; is incredible. It is flattened by the bottom and has many details, both Alcantara and carbon fiber -with the name Z06-. The Corvette's test unit has a seven-speed manual transmission. Despite this, the steering wheel has cams. No, they do not perform the function of raising or lowering gears, but to activate or deactivate the tip-heel function -as the Nissan 370Z Nismo also has-. The materials have improved a lot, so now you can look at your European counterparts one on one. The infotainment system has also taken a leap in quality, very complete and that with just a push of a button your screen hides to leave a practical hollow slide. In the lower area of the console, Chevrolet has housed the identification plate which indicates the horses and the pair you have at your disposal in this Corvette: 650 HP and 650 lb / ft (881 Nm). That in case you had forgotten ... although with its sound, I doubt it.
Before turning on your 6.2-liter V8 with a button, I check that the driving position is excellent. Also, that the rear visibility is limited, and that its aileron has been lowered by the central part, which reduces its track performance. If you want to improve it, GM offers a part that is installed in this spoiler, but which is transparent so as not to disturb the driver's rear view.
Chevrolet Corvette Z06 engine
It's time to start. The sound of the compressor is incredible, as well as that of its engine. It has different driving modes that make it a very versatile car. Tour, for normal driving; Eco, for one in which you look for good consumption; Weather, for adverse weather, and Sport, in which the suspension and direction adjust and the sound changes completely. The difference with the Tour is not abysmal; What's more, you can also move daily with him. If you want a better answer, especially in circuit, yours is the Track mode, because the suspension is much more rigid, besides being noisier. The Chevrolet Corvette Z06 of the test never ceases to amaze me, because the same Track mode has more settings: Wet, Dry, Sport 1, Sport 2, one more permissive than another, and Race, with the controls totally disconnected. It is capable of accelerating from 0 to 100 km / h in only 2.9 seconds and reaching the maximum speed of 305 km / h. And is that according to clarify the engineers, this, the Z06, is better than the previous ZR1 aerodynamically speaking and as far as development is concerned. It also separates them five years, which in the automotive world is a world.
Its exterior impresses. It still maintains the appearance of the Stingray, but equips different elements, especially aerodynamic. And it is one of the most advanced cars in terms of aerodynamic resistance, and this is due to the work that has made the racing team in the vehicle. Because it shares a multitude of pieces with the racing car, the C7.R, since they were developed together; the dry sump oil system, the titanium intake valves, the composite floor panels, the hydroformed aluminum chassis and the carbon fiber roof and boot are some of the components you will see in both models.
Of its frontal it emphasizes the splitter of the bumper, the calandra, with two takings of refrigeration to cool the brakes; and the hood, with air intakes and a larger hump to house the compressor. His profile continues to impact, as well as his behind, which now equips a wider pilots, with which it gives a feeling of greater width; a spoiler, with which for the first time greater aerodynamic load is achieved to keep the rear axle well attached to the asphalt, and four exhaust outlets. Also, on top of the wheel arches there are two sockets: the one on the right side is responsible for cooling the differential, while the one on the left does the same with the transmission.
Chevrolet Corvette Z06 interior
The interior is also very similar to the Stingray. The first thing I notice is the multifunction steering wheel; is incredible. It is flattened by the bottom and has many details, both Alcantara and carbon fiber -with the name Z06-. The Corvette's test unit has a seven-speed manual transmission. Despite this, the steering wheel has cams. No, they do not perform the function of raising or lowering gears, but to activate or deactivate the tip-heel function -as the Nissan 370Z Nismo also has-. The materials have improved a lot, so now you can look at your European counterparts one on one. The infotainment system has also taken a leap in quality, very complete and that with just a push of a button your screen hides to leave a practical hollow slide. In the lower area of the console, Chevrolet has housed the identification plate which indicates the horses and the pair you have at your disposal in this Corvette: 650 HP and 650 lb / ft (881 Nm). That in case you had forgotten ... although with its sound, I doubt it.
Before turning on your 6.2-liter V8 with a button, I check that the driving position is excellent. Also, that the rear visibility is limited, and that its aileron has been lowered by the central part, which reduces its track performance. If you want to improve it, GM offers a part that is installed in this spoiler, but which is transparent so as not to disturb the driver's rear view.
Chevrolet Corvette Z06 engine
It's time to start. The sound of the compressor is incredible, as well as that of its engine. It has different driving modes that make it a very versatile car. Tour, for normal driving; Eco, for one in which you look for good consumption; Weather, for adverse weather, and Sport, in which the suspension and direction adjust and the sound changes completely. The difference with the Tour is not abysmal; What's more, you can also move daily with him. If you want a better answer, especially in circuit, yours is the Track mode, because the suspension is much more rigid, besides being noisier. The Chevrolet Corvette Z06 of the test never ceases to amaze me, because the same Track mode has more settings: Wet, Dry, Sport 1, Sport 2, one more permissive than another, and Race, with the controls totally disconnected. It is capable of accelerating from 0 to 100 km / h in only 2.9 seconds and reaching the maximum speed of 305 km / h. And is that according to clarify the engineers, this, the Z06, is better than the previous ZR1 aerodynamically speaking and as far as development is concerned. It also separates them five years, which in the automotive world is a world.
TRY ALL NEW: Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Review
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