In the middle 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X Quail Silver Limited Edition is a 5.5-liter twin-turbo LT7 V8 with 1,064 hp (≈ 793 kW) and 828 lb-ft (≈ 1,123 Nm) on the rear axle. A compact electric motor with 186 HP (≈ 139 kW) and 145 lb-ft (≈ 197 Nm). Together, it creates round 1,250 HP (≈ 932 kW). The result? 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) in less than 2 seconds, quarter mile under 9 s and final 233 mph (≈ 375 km/h). An American hypercar? Yes, officially.

Smart e-front axle

Electric front drive it's not just an "E-Ray on steroids." The internals of the powertrain have been strengthened and the energy strategies have been rewritten, so the engine maintains torque up to 160mph (258 km/h) before it disengages – this helps with acceleration over the quarter mile and calms the car down at crazy speeds. PTM Pro It allows you to turn off traction and stability control while keeping regenerative torque vectoring and front inner brake control active. Racing nerdism that actually works.

Quail Silver: the return of the factory “mate”

Quail Silver Limited Edition introduces Blade Silver Matte – first factory matte paint on a Corvette in 60 years, inspired by Inca Silver (C1, 1957–1959). The package is exclusively for ZR1X 3LZ convertible and adds orange jaws, Carbon Flash mirrors, black exhaust tips and a new interior color combination Sky Cool & Medium Ash Gray with Habanero detailsEach case gets a numbered plate on the waterfall speaker. Collector pheromones: on.

Exclusivity: how many will there be?

Chevrolet officially talks about a “limited production run,” without a number. However, information is circulating in the media about less than 100 vehicles, but this has not been confirmed by the factory. If you are hunting for one, count on having your phone in hand and a salesperson on a quick call.

Numbers that irritate Europe

Basic ZR1X 1LZ coupe starts at $207.395 (includes $1.995 delivery), 1LZ convertible at $217.395. 3LZ coupe: $218.395, 3LZ convertible: $228.395. Limited Quail Silver Limited Edition has an initial IFRS $241.395 (no delivery). Chevrolet also points the finger at the hyper-elitists – the Ferrari F80 and the McLaren W1 – and smiles when he realizes that his car is at least behind millions cheaper. ZR1X Availability: End 2025; Quail Silver: production in 2026.

Battery, charging, and those really important watt-seconds

The ZR1X is not a plug-in hybrid. Just like E-Ray uses 1.9 kWh The battery is located in the central “ridge” of the chassis and is charged exclusively by recuperation. Engineers have increased the usable energy and voltage, so the front motor is more powerful and lasts longer under full load – but forget about DC charging stations: that scenario simply does not exist here.

Aero, chassis and brakes: “have fun, but bring the physics”

By choice ZTK Performance Package you get higher springs, adjusted chassis calibrations, Carbon Fiber Aero Package and Michelin Pilot Cup 2R – so a set for those who want to be on the track unlock boss fight. Brakes? New package J59 with Alcon calipers (10-piston front, 6-piston rear) and 16.5-inch carbon-ceramic discs – the largest Corvette has ever had – are capable of 1.9g decelerations (from 180 to 120 mph). It's not just "wow," it's "wait, is my neck still in place?"

Cockpit 2026: three screens, zero excuses

Redesigned model year interior 2026 brings 14-inch digital meter, 12.7-inch infotainment and 6.6-inch the left screen with racing data (tire pressure, G-forces, launch telemetry). The interface is clearly designed for those who love data – and for those who will show it to their friends.

A little more context (to keep the debate fair)

Corvette ZR1X It is formed on the back of an already insanely fast ZR1, with the same LT7 base, with electrical assistance, which enables simultaneously longitudinal and transverse acceleration, which on a winding section is exactly what scratches egos rather than tires. If you want another “fun fact”: the quarter mile exceeds 150 mph (241 km/h) exit speed. Everything on a "closed course", of course.

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How many will there be?

Chevrolet confirms limited production, but is silent on numbers. Media consensus? Very few, but no official “<100”. Each example gets its own number on the inside plate – which for collectors is already halfway to an investment.

Bottom line: an American hypercar with a good memory

The 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X Quail Silver Limited Edition is like a band returning to the stage after years – only now playing louder and cleaner. Matte Quail Silver elegantly blends C1 Inca Silver nostalgia with today’s CF-aero + e-front axle pragmatism. Engineers have delivered on the promise they made with the “King of the Hill” and later the C6 ZR1 and C7 ZR1: a Corvette that looks into the mirror of Europe without blushing.