As good as it gets in Grasso’s Garage, comes the 2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray. Chevrolet’s recent release of the hybrid pairing, ground pounding convertible option, that now displays mid-engine power and supercar-like curvatures.
Wrapped in Ceramic Matrix Gray Metallic with full length electric blue racing stripes, the mid-engine Corvette displays similar appeal to our previously tested 2023 Corvette Stingray, while we focus our attention to the powertrain department. Our tester, a Convertible, 3LZ with a 6.2L V8 direct injection engine producing 495 horsepower plus its pairing of the eAWD electric drive unit, produces an additional 160 horsepower which combines for over 655 horsepower. The 1.9 kWh lithium-ion, self-charging battery, granted great energy to the front wheels and delivered maximum responsiveness, efficiency and performance. Torque for the E-Ray came in at 595 lb-ft as the electric motor added an additional 125 on its own. Transmission selected for the E-Ray was an 8-speed dual clutch. Our zero to sixty test came in at a whopping 2.5 seconds.
The E-Ray boasts tons of space and comfort for both the driver and passenger, while the driver enjoys that cockpit-like feel, from the over-extended center console that is integrated nicely into the infotainment center and dash. Our upgraded options on our E-Ray tester, was the addition of Carbon Fiber on the interior trim, upgraded carbon-flash wheels, and engine appearance package for all of those future car shows to enjoy.
When Chevrolet delivers a Corvette into Grasso’s Garage, it’s like a homecoming. As a current and past owner, we enjoy the ever evolving Corvette and its endless upgrades to the already exorbitant mid-engine release. Grasso’s Garage has a personal fleet of Corvette’s on its own. It includes a family-owned 1970 Convertible, 2007 Z06, 2011 Grand Sport Convertible, 2016 ZO6, 2023 Z06. Clearly the passion runs deep for Corvette and we cannot think of a better release and a great way to keep the supercar alive with the hybrid addition. Great Work Chevrolet, and with the mid-engine ZR1 unveiling just a week ago, we cannot wait to get a test of that and maybe even a potential order form… wink, wink!
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MSRP: $120,850
MPG: 16 city / 24 highway / 20.2 as tested
As Tested: $129,525