CHEVROLET CORVETTE E-RAY CONVERTIBLE

The 2026 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray Convertible is a targa-style removable-roof, two-door hybrid sports car sold in the United States with the eAWD powertrain: a 6.2L LT2 V8 driving the rear axle and a front electric motor adding all-wheel-drive traction and launch performance. For 2026, it is offered in three trims — 1LZ, 2LZ, and 3LZ — and Chevrolet highlights a refreshed cabin with three new digital displays and a redesigned center console that replaces the previous button-heavy layout with a cleaner, more digital control setup.

Variants

Chevrolet positions E-Ray as the hybrid Corvette variant with standard all-wheel drive and the 495-hp 6.2L V8 augmented by the front motor for a total system output of 655 hp and 595 lb-ft. The convertible uses the Corvette removable roof-panel design rather than a conventional folding soft top, and the roof panel stores in the rear cargo area when removed.

Dimensions

The Corvette E-Ray Convertible is a low-slung mid-engine sports car with compact exterior dimensions and small but usable rear cargo capacity for a supercar-class vehicle.

Available Colors

Chevrolet also highlights special appearance combinations including Arctic White with Santorini Blue interior and Black with Adrenaline Red interior, plus premium wheel and stripe treatments on selected configurations.

Key Features by Trim

Safety & ADAS

• Standard eAWD with front electric drive enhances traction and launch stability.
• Magnetic Ride Control is part of the E-Ray performance package set and contributes to the car’s adaptive ride and handling character.
• Carbon ceramic brakes are a key E-Ray performance feature highlighted on retailer and Chevrolet model summaries.
• Launch control is included through the performance-oriented drive modes and hybrid system calibration.
• Available performance packages and appearance/performance options vary by trim, with the most aggressive equipment concentrated on 3LZ listings and dealer-configured builds.

Infotainment & Connectivity

• Three new digital displays for 2026 refresh the cockpit layout.
• A redesigned center console removes the old vertical physical-button wall in favor of a cleaner digital control layout.
• Premium interior colorways expand to five new premium interior colorways for 2026.
• The cabin includes Corvette’s driver-focused digital cockpit architecture with trim-specific material upgrades from 1LZ to 3LZ.

Comfort & Interior

• 1LZ serves as the base trim with the core E-Ray drivetrain and Corvette performance seating/cabin layout.
• 2LZ adds more premium convenience and interior content over 1LZ, including upgraded materials and equipment typical of the mid-trim Corvette hierarchy.
• 3LZ is the most luxurious trim, with the richest upholstery and the broadest feature set, and Chevrolet’s materials emphasize it as the premium choice.
• Available interior themes include Jet Black, Adrenaline Red, Santorini Blue, Sky Cool Gray, Habanero, and other premium colorways depending on trim and configuration.
• The removable roof panel stores in the rear compartment when removed.

Exterior

• Standard Carbon Flash exterior accents and available high-gloss Black or carbon-fiber wheels are part of the E-Ray appearance catalog.
• Available factory stripes and graphics include full-length racing stripes, Stinger stripes, and commemorative appearance details.
• Chevrolet offers edge-red brake calipers, alternative wheel finishes, and various exterior accent packages through the accessories and options catalog.
• The E-Ray Convertible retains the Corvette’s mid-engine supercar proportions with body-color rocker panels and a low, performance-oriented stance.

Performance / Off-Road

• The hybrid powertrain pairs the 6.2L LT2 V8 with a front electric motor to deliver 655 hp and 595 lb-ft combined output.
• Charge+ Mode helps recharge the battery more aggressively during driving for better sustained electric assist.
• Z-Mode allows the driver to store a preferred performance configuration for quick access.
• The battery is a compact ~1.9 kWh unit that supports the front motor and short-duration electric boost rather than long EV-only driving.
• The E-Ray is built for on-road performance, not off-road use, and no off-road-specific hardware is offered.

Performance

The E-Ray Convertible is the second-fastest production Corvette after the ZR1X, using its front electric motor for launch traction and low-speed torque fill rather than sustained EV range. Standard equipment includes Michelin Pilot Sport all-season tires and Magnetic Selective Ride Control, making it the only Corvette variant designed for consistent year-round driving.

Battery & Charging

The E-Ray’s battery is intentionally small because it is designed to provide short bursts of electric assist, front-axle torque fill, and eAWD capability rather than plug-in driving range.

Towing, Payload, and Capability

The Corvette E-Ray Convertible is a performance car, so towing and payload ratings are not part of its marketed capability set. Its capability focus is traction, acceleration, and handling rather than utility work.

Trim-by-Trim Feature Highlights

1LZ

• Core E-Ray hybrid eAWD powertrain
• Performance-oriented Corvette cockpit with the 2026 digital-display refresh
• Base premium interior and seating configuration
• Standard removable roof panel
• Performance brakes and chassis tuning associated with the E-Ray nameplate

2LZ

• Added premium interior materials and convenience content
• Expanded driver-assistance and comfort content relative to 1LZ
• Additional trim-specific upholstery and finish choices
• More personalization options in color and appearance combinations

3LZ

• Top-tier luxury trim with the broadest feature set
• Highest-grade cabin materials and expanded customization
• Most premium interior color and seat combinations
• Strongest emphasis on comfort, finishing, and appearance options