2014 Corvette Stingray - Return of the Stingray

The 2014 Corvette Stingray is the most powerful series to date, with an estimated output of 450 hp (335 kW) and 610 Nm of torque. It is also the fastest ever created: it accelerates from 0 to 100 in less than four seconds and cornering than 1 G. It will be the most efficient Corvette Stingray history, as it is expected to exceed 11.05 km / l EPA estimated current model.

"Like the Sting Ray's 63 best personified Corvette performance leadership, providing revolutionary technologies, stunning designs and fantastic driving experience," said Mark Reuss, President of General Motors North America. "The new Corvette than the above due to current developments in design, technology and engineering."

The new Corvette Stingray has only two parts in common with the previous generation Corvette. It incorporates a novel frame and chassis structure, a new powertrain and supporting technologies, as well as an absolutely renovated inside and out. Highlights include the following:

- An interior which includes real carbon fiber, aluminum and leather-wrapped by hand, two new seating options, both with exceptional support thanks to its lightweight magnesium frame and two eight-inch screens configurable, one for the driver and other for information and entertainment.

- Advanced driver technology, like a drive mode selector five positions 12 vehicle attributes adapts the driver environment and a new seven-speed manual transmission with Active Rev Matching, a system that anticipates the gear choice and adjusts engine speed to execute gear changes always perfect.

- A new engine 6.2L LT1 V-8 that combines advanced technologies such as direct injection, the Active Fuel Management, the continuous variable valve timing and advanced combustion system that offers more power and uses less fuel.

- Lightweight materials such as carbon fiber hood and removable roof panel, fenders, doors and rear quarter panels "composite". Underbody panels -- composite and a new aluminum frame help to move the weight back, thus achieving an optimal balance weights 50/50 which allows a power to weight ratio class.

- The sculpted exterior features an advanced high intensity discharge and LED and a streamlined profile that has proven itself in racing, with a great balance between low drag for greater efficiency and elements that enhance the stability and performance on the track.

-The Corvette Stingray Z51 Performance Package, suitable for racing, including: an electronic limited slip differential, a system with dry sump lubrication, integral brake and differential and transmission cooling and a unique aerodynamic package that further enhances stability high speed.

“Corvette Stingray is one of the most celebrated names in automotive history," said Ed Welburn, vice president of GM Global Design. "We knew we could only use the Stingray name if the new car was at the height of her past. The result is a 2014 Corvette Stingray that even breaking with tradition will be immediately identified as a Corvette wherever you go. "

The new Corvette Stingray is manufactured at the GM assembly plant in Bowling Green (Kentucky), whose renewal has invested $ 131 million, 52 of them dedicated to the new body shop, which was first manufactured the aluminum frame internally.

"We believe that the Corvette represents the future of modern high performance cars, offering more power, driving excitement and energy efficient," explained Tadge Juechter, Corvette Chief Engineer. "The result is a performance improvement in all aspects. The 2014 Corvette offers quicker acceleration, maximum cornering grip, the best performance on the track, the best braking performance and we expect to be the most fuel efficient ever on a standard Corvette. "

The 2014 Corvette Stingray coupe hit the market in the third quarter of 2013.