2014 Corvette Stingray Z51: 0-60 Mph In 3.8 Seconds
Turns in 2:51.8 lap at Virginia International Raceway 'Grand Course'

DETROIT – Chevrolet released official performance estimates today for the 2014 Corvette Stingray, the most capable standard Corvette ever. Equipped with the available Z51 Performance Package, the new Stingray is capable of accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in 3.8 seconds, braking from 60 to 0 in 107 feet, and sustaining 1.03 g in cornering.

Cumulatively, the acceleration, cornering and braking capability of the Corvette Stingray enable it to lap the Virginia International Raceway's (VIR) 4.2-mile "Grand Course" in 2:51.78.

"For the new Stingray, we set out to elevate every aspect of the Corvette's performance," said Tadge Juechter, Corvette chief engineer. "Considered alone, the acceleration, braking and cornering performance of the Corvette Stingray is truly impressive. More significant is how well they work together, resulting in a lap time at VIR that places the new Stingray in the upper echelon of all sports cars."

2014 Corvette Stingray Z51
Acceleration from 0-60 MPH: 3.8 seconds
¼ mile acceleration: 12 seconds @ 119 mph
Braking distance from 60 to 0 MPH: 107 feet
Maximum lateral acceleration: 1.03 G
VIR 'Grand Course' Lap: 2:51.78

The lap around VIR was conducted in Stingray equipped with the available Z51 Performance Package and Magnetic Ride Control. The vehicle that conducted the lap was modified only with safety features like a racing seat and harness, and fire extinguisher system.

"The new Stingray constantly communicates feedback to the driver, which makes you feel incredibly confident behind the wheel," said Jim Mero, Corvette vehicle dynamics engineer. "That confidence encourages you to attack each corner because the Stingray drives so well: the tire grip is incredible; the steering response is some of the best I've ever experienced; the Magnetic Ride dampers allow little body roll through the corner, while still soaking up the rumble strips when you clip the apex," he said. "It's just addictive on the track."

The 2014 Corvette Stingray coupe goes on sale in the third quarter of 2013 for a suggested starting retail price of $51,995, excluding tax, title, and license fees. The $2,800 Z51 Performance Package includes an electronic limited-slip differential; dry-sump oiling system; integral brake, differential and transmission cooling; as well as a unique aero package that further improves high-speed stability. Magnetic Ride Control with Performance Traction Management is a $1,795 option. A Corvette Stingray equipped like the test car used at VIR would cost $56,590.

Source [Autoblog] via [GM]

 

not bad.

 

Well the figures are impressive but unless the photo's are overexposed those colours are horrid. Yellow is too pissy and the blue too light.

 

Good numbers!

C7 Z51 vs C6 ZO6(motortrend data)

0-100km/h: 3.8s | 3.8s
1/4 mile: 12s @ 192km/h | 11.9s @ 198km/h
100-0km/h: 33m | 29m
Lateral G: 1.03G | 1.13G

 

Ugliest vette of all time.

 

worse in every way in regards to looks, interior included.

 

Looked at and sat in the pace car at Texas Indy race. I don't think I care for it.

 

Agreed. I like the C6 much more. But that's also my favorite vette styling right in front of the first stingray.

 

I like the C6 myself but the numbers don't lie!! The C7's styling began to grow me and it's no slouch either!!!

 

First: took long for this info to get posted but thanks anyway
Second: I don´t look at the C7 as a Stingray in the first instance, I just see it as a great car which really get´s me smiling when I see the price tag & what I´m getting when I compare it to a European.
Sure it´s an American but thank god for that as the @$$crawlers over here have forgotten that a good old V8 with no breathing assistance will always win a good spot in a car fanatics heart <3