Blasted Bargain: The 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Performance Car Deal of a Lifetime
The 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1: A $193,995 Performance Powerhouse
The wait is finally over – Chevrolet has revealed the final piece of the 2025 Corvette ZR1 puzzle, and it’s a doozy. We’ve already seen what this beast looks like, what’s under the hood, and what it can do, but now we know how much it’ll set you back. And, surprisingly, the answer is "less" than you’d expect.
Pricing
At launch, the ZR1 will be available in two trims: the 1LZ and 3LZ, with no 2LZ in sight. Here are the prices:
- 1LZ coupe: $174,995
- 1LZ convertible: $184,995
- 3LZ coupe: $185,995
- 3LZ convertible: $195,995
These prices include a $1,695 destination charge, which is standard for all new cars.
To put this into perspective, the base 2025 Corvette Stingray starts at $69,995, the E-Ray at $119,545, and the Z06 at $116,795. The ZR1, the most expensive of the lot, is a relative bargain.
The Beast Under the Hood
The ZR1’s 5.5-liter V8 engine is a powerhouse, with a flat-plane crankshaft and two turbos that are the largest ever fitted to a production car. It produces a whopping 1,064 horsepower at 7,000 rpm and 828 pound-feet of torque at 6,000 rpm, all connected to the rear wheels via an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
Standard Features and Options
The ZR1 comes with a list of standard features that’ll make you drool, including:
- Carbon-ceramic brakes
- A visible carbon fiber roof
- Carbon fiber exterior accents
- A 12-inch digital instrument cluster
- A 10-speaker Bose sound system
- The Performance Data Recorder
The 3LZ trim adds even more luxury, with heated and ventilated seats, a wireless device charger, and a 14-speaker sound system.
Carbon Fiber, Anyone?
If you want even more carbon fiber, Chevrolet has you covered with the optional ZR1 Carbon Fiber Aero Package, priced at $8,495. This bundle includes front dive planes, a tall hood spoiler, a high-downforce rear wing, and underbody strakes for added downforce.
Conclusion
With its incredible performance figures and impressive standard equipment list, the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is a seriously impressive machine. And, at under $200,000, it’s a relative bargain in the world of supercars. So, if you’re in the market for a high-performance sports car that won’t break the bank, the ZR1 is definitely worth a look. And who knows, maybe Chevrolet will even throw in a free "market adjustment" – just kidding, don’t hold your breath!
