Summary
- The 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X has officially become the quickest American production car ever made
- Equipped with an electrified all-wheel-drive system the supercar delivered an 8.675-second quarter-mile time
- Development testing confirmed a blistering 0-60 mph acceleration of just 1.68 seconds on a prepped surface
The Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X has officially arrived as the fastest-accelerating American production car in history, resetting the benchmark for domestic performance. Following extensive validation at US 131 Motorsports Park, Chevrolet’s latest flagship has proven its dominance by clocking a record-breaking 8.675-second quarter-mile run at 159 mph. By leveraging a sophisticated mid-engine architecture and a hybrid powertrain, the ZR1X positions itself as a formidable competitor against the world’s most elite seven-figure hypercars while maintaining a significantly more accessible price point.
Engineering the most advanced Corvette to date required a fusion of internal combustion and electric propulsion. At the heart of the vehicle sits a twin-turbo LT7 V8 engine paired with a front-axle electric motor, producing a combined output of 1,250 horsepower. This power is managed by an electrified all-wheel-drive system and the brand’s signature Custom Launch Control feature, which optimizes tire spin and clutch application to ensure consistent performance. During testing, the vehicle achieved a 0-60 mph time of 1.68 seconds, generating a peak of 1.75G in acceleration force.
The record-setting run utilized the car’s standard aero configuration and Michelin PS4S tires, showcasing the capabilities of the vehicle in its production-ready state. For drivers operating on unprepped surfaces, the available ZTK Performance Package still allows the car to clear the quarter-mile in under nine seconds. This level of performance is supported by available carbon fiber wheels and a 50-state street-legal engine calibration, ensuring the ZR1X remains as functional on the road as it is on the drag strip.
