Current Chevrolet Models

Probably the most exciting thing to come from the American brand (and perhaps the entire automotive industry) for a long time, is the new mid-engine Chevrolet Corvette C8. Now in its third full year of production, is still going full-tilt against the likes of exotic brands such as Porsche, Ferrari and McLaren on the performance front, while costing substantially less to own. On paper, its bang-for-buck looks untouchable and potentially industry-disrupting. It comes in both coupe and convertible body styles.

The first variant of the "regular" Corvette C8, the Z06 was one of the most hotly anticipated American sports cars in a full decade when it finally went on sale in late 2022 as a 2023 MY car. Instead of using the existing 6.2L engine from the C8, the Z06 instead has a smaller but much, much more powerful 5.5L V8 that was literally lifted out of the back of the C8.R race car, fiddled around with a bit to make it work with 91 octane "normal" petrol, and then slotted into the back of a mean, angular, angry aero-kit upgraded C8 body. The result is the first supercar to come from Chevrolet, and one that is squarely aimed at the big guns: The Porsche 911 Turbo S, the Ferrari 296 GTB, and the Lamborghini Huracan STO, and it is bringing some serious artillery to a gun fight.

The first ever Corvette hybrid model, the 2024 E-Ray almost matches the Z06 in terms of sheer power. What it gains over the other two Corvette trims is eAWD, with the 6.2L V8 powering the rear wheels and the hybrid motor, good for 160 HP and 125 lb-ft on its own, driving the front wheels. The E-Ray can run in "Stealth Mode" as well, using just the electric motor for up to 4 miles at 45 MPH, in case you need to sneak home after losing track of time blasting the car around the canyon roads and you don't want to wake up the neighborhood.

The inimitable Chevrolet Camaro, now in its 6th generation in 2024, continues the long-standing muscle car side of General Motors and Chevrolet. While there are entry level models such as the 1LT that have all the looks of the car but at a bargain price, the focus on the muscle begins at the LT1 trim, with a 6.2L naturally aspirated V8. With 455 hp and 455 lb-ft of torque, it is a snarling beast that is begging to race between the lights. The 1SS and 2SS trims only really add some tech and interior trim bits, with the only mechanical improvements being added cooling capacity for the radiator, standard LSD for the rear axle, and a rear differential cooler for the SS trims.

Step up to the Camaro ZL1 and you’re looking at a 650-horsepower supercharged version, making it the most powerful Camaro available. With it, 0-60 mph can arrive in a blistering 3.5 seconds. The track-oriented optional 1LE package adds performance upgrades that allow the car to handle and brake more capably should you want to set a lap record at the local raceway. It is available in coupe and convertible body styles. You even get a proper 6-speed manual transmission, but can also opt for a dual-clutch semi-automatic derived from the excellent unit that the Corvette C8 uses.