Chevrolet has raised the bar by launching the 2025 Corvette ZR1 from 0 to 60 mph in an astonishing 2.3 seconds, setting a new record. Equipped with the ZTK Performance Package and fueled by 93-octane gas, this achievement was made on an unprepared surface, without a one-foot rollout.
The ZTK Package transforms the ZR1's aerodynamics for peak performance:
- Aerodynamics: Enhanced with a massive rear wing, undercar strakes, and a front underwing stall Gurney flap.
- Tires: Custom Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R tires with specialized Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) specifications.
This setup, combined with Launch Control systems, propels the ZR1 to a record-breaking quarter mile in 9.6 seconds. The balance between downforce and drag remains a mystery, but the ZR1 has already reached a top speed of 233 mph.
At the heart of this beast is the 5.5-liter twin-turbocharged LT7 V8:
- 1,064 hp at 7,000 rpm
- 828 lb-ft of torque at 6,000 rpm
This level of power makes the ZR1 not only the ultimate Corvette but also the most powerful V8 ever crafted by an American manufacturer.
Here's how the ZR1 compares to its siblings:
- Stingray (Z51 package): 2.9 seconds
- Z06 (Z07 package): 2.6 seconds
- E-Ray: 2.5 seconds
- ZR1 (ZTK package): 2.3 seconds
While Chevy is keeping future plans under wraps, tackling the Nürburgring seems to be the next logical challenge.
The 2025 Corvette ZR1 sets a new standard in speed, featuring record-setting acceleration and top speeds that redefine expectations for American-built cars.
 | That's impressive, but let's see if it can maintain that performance on a real track with varied conditions. |
 | Sounds great on paper, but I’ll believe it when I see consistent real-world performance. Numbers can be misleading. |
