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Corvette C6

The latest Corvette aims to take on the best European sports cars. What are its chances?

Evo rating
RRP
from £45,000
  • Mighty engine, well-sorted chassis
  • Lhd only, interior quality, steering feel

The message from GM is clear. This, the sixth and latest generation of the Corvette, is finally the real deal. The car to establish the American icon as a genuine world-class sports car. It's smaller, lighter and more agile than previous Corvettes. Finally it's seen some development miles on some proper European roads. And it's even been testing at the N

Specifications

EngineV8, 5967cc, 16v
Max power404bhp @ 6000rpm
Max torque403lb ft @ 4400rpm
0-604.1sec (claimed)
Top speed186mph (claimed)
On saleEarly 2005
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