Getting 23 Miles a Gallon: The 2009 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
The 2009 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 was introduced to compete in the coupe market. The Z06 is a member of a series of three trim levels for the Corvette which include Base, Z06, and ZR1. The two-door car with its rear-wheel drive is positioned to aggressively fill this niche for Chevrolet. There is strong competition from vehicles from Honda.
Chevrolet Corvette Engine Specs
The Corvette Z06 is equipped with a General Motors 7.0 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The engine is mated to a Tremec 6-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Chevrolet.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Corvette has power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses leaf front springs and leaf in the rear.
Vehicle Statistics
The dimensions of the Corvette Z06 are inches wide by inches long. It sits a comfortable inches off the ground. It seats a standard several adults passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.
The manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was an industry-average price when new. The dealer cost on the car was an industry-average price. This price was high compared to the industry standard price for a 2-door Coupe.
Fuel Efficiency
For the 2009 Corvette, the fuel delivery system is a electronic SFI, using gasoline for fuel. A fuel-injected MFI configuration. The gas tank holds 12 gallons.
The Corvette Z06 received a miles-per-gallon rating of seventeen in-city driving and twenty three when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green car, this was exceptional.
We Think…
Considering all factors the 2009 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 was a very important. Chevrolet responded to critisims about the 2008 Corvette and made dramatic changes. The result is better than the sum of its parts. I’m sure Chevrolet has more in store in the future.