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Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

General information

ModelChevrolet Corvette Convertible
Year2008
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating68 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size6162 ccm (376.01 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving8.7 litres/100 km (27.01 miles per gallon)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement6162 ccm (376.01 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power436.00 PS (321 kW or 430 HP) at 5900 Rev. per min.
Max torque574.94 Nm (58.6 kgf-m or 424.1 ft.lbs) at 4600 Rev. per min.
Compression10.7:1
Fuel systemInjection. Sequentially electronic fuel injection
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlPushrod/overhead valve (OHV)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.3458 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Leg room front1100 mm (43.3 inches)
Passenger space2577 litres (681 gallons)
Optional cargo space400 litres (106 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient1.0

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system
Front suspensionIndependent

Dimensions and weight

Weight1261 kg (2,780.0 pounds)
Max weight with load1451 kg (3,198.9 pounds)
Towing weight454 kg (1,000.9 pounds)
Overall length4440 mm (174.8 inches)
Overall width1850 mm (72.8 inches)
Overall height1250 mm (49.2 inches)
Wheelbase2690 mm (105.9 inches)
Fuel capacity68.0 litres (17.97 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new USD53780
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