The 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X has officially arrived, delivering unprecedented performance and technology as the most powerful and most advanced Corvette ever produced. With a staggering 1,250 horsepower, an electrified all-wheel-drive system, and supercar-dominating acceleration, the ZR1X represents a major leap forward for America’s Sports Car.
Built in Bowling Green. Preserved at the National Corvette Museum.
Every 2026 Corvette ZR1X is built at the Bowling Green Assembly Plant, located just one mile from the National Corvette Museum. From factory to exhibit floor, Corvette history is both made and celebrated in the heart of Kentucky.
“It’s an honor to be here today. No one else builds a car like this,” said Josh Holder, Corvette Chief Engineer. “The 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X competes with vehicles that cost ten times more, and it’s built right here in the USA — in Bowling Green, Kentucky.”
2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X Specs and Performance
Under the rear hatch, the ZR1X features a hand-built LT7 5.5-liter twin-turbo V8 generating 1,064 horsepower, combined with a front electric motor that adds 186 horsepower and instant torque. This advanced propulsion system enables:
- 1,250 combined horsepower
- 0 to 60 mph in under 2 seconds (GM-estimated)
- Quarter-mile times under 9 seconds
- Top speed among the highest ever for a production Corvette
With Magnetic Ride Control, carbon ceramic brakes, active aerodynamics, and modes like Push-to-Pass and Endurance, the ZR1X brings race-ready technology to the road. The available ZTK Performance Package and Carbon Aero options enhance downforce and grip for maximum control.
Triple-Screen Cockpit and Corvette Innovation
Inside, the 2026 Corvette ZR1X debuts a new triple-screen digital cockpit, combining high-performance telemetry with next-generation design. Premium materials and intuitive controls reflect Corvette’s evolution as a luxury-performance benchmark. The LT7 engine is hand-assembled at the Performance Build Center, a hallmark of Corvette’s craftsmanship.
Experience the Legacy of Corvette Performance
The National Corvette Museum is proud to celebrate this milestone in Corvette history. As the ZR1X pushes Corvette into new territory, the Museum continues its mission to educate and inspire through world-class exhibits, archival collections, and immersive experiences.
Visitors to the Museum can explore more than 100 historic Corvettes, including performance icons, engineering milestones, and the technologies that paved the way to the ZR1X. Events like the Michelin Bash and the Anniversary Celebration bring the Corvette community together to honor the car that changed everything.
