2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 For Sale

The 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is the most extreme production Corvette ever built, defined by a single, staggering figure: 1,064 horsepower from a twin-turbocharged flat-plane V8, and a top speed of 233 mph in its low-drag form. Where the Z06 chases high-rpm precision with a naturally aspirated engine, the ZR1 stacks two turbochargers on top of that flat-plane architecture, dropping the 0-60 mph sprint to a manufacturer-estimated 2.3 seconds. It remains a rear-wheel-drive, two-seat coupe or convertible — no hybrid system, no all-wheel drive — making it the purest expression of raw Corvette power.

George Nunnally Chevrolet serves Bentonville and the wider Northwest Arkansas market, and this ZR1 page focuses on what sets this car apart: its engine, its chassis and aerodynamics, its pricing, and where it lands in the 2026 Corvette family. For shared reference material that applies across every Corvette, use the linked pages for full specifications and dimensions, technology and interior, and a side-by-side models comparison.

What the ZR1 Adds Over the Z06

The Z06 and ZR1 share a 5.5L flat-plane-crank V8 as a starting point, but the ZR1 fundamentally changes the recipe. Its LT7 engine adds twin turbochargers to that flat-plane architecture, and where a naturally aspirated engine makes its power by revving, forced induction lets the LT7 breathe far harder. The result is a rear-drive Corvette that makes 1,064 hp at 7,000 rpm and 828 lb-ft at 6,000 rpm, the most powerful engine ever fitted to one. Both cars send power to the rear wheels through an 8-speed dual-clutch automatic, but the ZR1 backs its extra thrust with larger standard brakes, wider rear rubber, and aerodynamics engineered for speeds the Z06 was never built to reach. If you want the naturally aspirated track weapon, see the Z06; the ZR1 is the forced-induction step above it.

2026 ZR1 Engine and Drivetrain

At the heart of the ZR1 is the 5.5L LT7 twin-turbocharged flat-plane-crank V8. It produces 1,064 hp at 7,000 rpm and 828 lb-ft of torque at 6,000 rpm, driving the rear wheels exclusively through an 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Chevrolet estimates 0-60 mph in 2.3 seconds, and in the low-drag configuration the ZR1 reaches 233 mph — the highest top speed of any Corvette. EPA ratings come in at 12 city, 18 highway, and 14 combined mpg, and because of that consumption a federal Gas Guzzler tax applies; the exact amount is shown at purchase.

ZR1 Chassis, Brakes and Aerodynamics

Managing a thousand horsepower demands hardware to match. The ZR1 comes standard with Brembo carbon-ceramic brakes, measuring 15.7 inches with 6-piston calipers up front and 15.4 inches with 4-piston calipers at the rear. It rides on 20-inch front and 21-inch rear wheels, wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires as standard, with stickier Michelin Cup 2R tires arriving as part of the ZTK package.

Sustained plateau grades and long straights are where a thousand-horsepower car's brakes and cooling matter as much as its top speed. On the Ozark backroads that thread the Ozark Plateau around Northwest Arkansas, and along routes like AR-12 (Scenic Highway 12) and US-62, that balance of stopping power and thermal control is what keeps a ZR1 composed well beyond straight-line acceleration.

ZR1 Pricing and the ZTK Package

The ZR1 starts at $182,000 for the coupe and $192,000 for the convertible, both excluding destination. It is offered in two configurations, 1LZ and 3LZ. The available ZTK Performance Package transforms the car's aerodynamic character: a tall carbon-fiber rear wing, front dive planes, underbody strakes, track-tuned suspension, and Cup 2R tires combine to generate about 1,200 lb of downforce. That grip comes at a cost — ZTK trades the low-drag car's 233 mph top speed for cornering ability.

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Where the ZR1 Sits in the Corvette Lineup

Even at the top of the rear-drive range, the ZR1 retains 12.6 cubic feet of cargo across two trunks; the lineup itself opens at $70,000 with the Stingray.

Within the 2026 range, the ZR1 is the top rear-wheel-drive Corvette on outright power and top speed. GM publishes a dry weight of 3,670 lb for the coupe, which pairs its 1,064-hp output with a genuinely light chassis. Above the ZR1 in ultimate capability is the ZR1X, which adds an electrified front axle and all-wheel drive — a different car entirely. For the full family picture, see the Corvette research hub or browse all Corvette inventory.

Which Buyer Should Choose the ZR1

Shop the ZR1 at George Nunnally Chevrolet

George Nunnally Chevrolet stocks and orders the 2026 Corvette ZR1 for buyers across Northwest Arkansas. Every ZR1 carries a 3-year/36,000-mile basic warranty and a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty. To see current cars, browse ZR1 inventory, and reach out to our team to arrange a build or a closer look.

2026 Corvette ZR1 Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2026 Corvette ZR1 turbocharged?

Yes. The ZR1 uses a 5.5L LT7 flat-plane V8 that is twin-turbocharged. This is what separates it from the naturally aspirated Z06 and lets it produce far more power.

How much horsepower does the ZR1 make and how fast is it?

The ZR1 produces 1,064 hp at 7,000 rpm and 828 lb-ft at 6,000 rpm. Chevrolet estimates 0-60 mph in 2.3 seconds, and top speed reaches 233 mph in the low-drag configuration — the fastest of any Corvette.

What does the ZTK Performance Package do?

The ZTK package adds a tall carbon-fiber rear wing, front dive planes, underbody strakes, track suspension, and Michelin Cup 2R tires. Together they create about 1,200 lb of downforce, trading the low-drag car's top speed for cornering grip.

How much does the 2026 Corvette ZR1 cost?

Starting MSRP is $182,000 for the coupe and $192,000 for the convertible, both excluding destination. It comes in 1LZ and 3LZ configurations. A federal Gas Guzzler tax also applies and is shown at purchase.

Is the Corvette ZR1 all-wheel drive?

No. The ZR1 is rear-wheel drive with an 8-speed dual-clutch automatic. The all-wheel-drive, electrified model is the separate ZR1X.

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Pricing is starting MSRP and excludes destination freight, tax, title, license, and dealer fees; the dealer sets the final price. Fuel-economy figures are EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov and will vary with driving.