This is the type of hybrid i think people enjoy, it doesn't take away the soul of the car but adds to it. It's makes for a better daily driver than a normal corvette for someone who may have one car.
@@davidlake611 well you also have the panamera turbo s e hybrid and s63 amg plug in, which offer a nice blend of performance and "efficiency" and owners enjoy them. However what is not that nice about some hybrid systems is the excessive down-sizing of engines, the case of the new c63...
They already knew there was going to be an e-ray so when they first designed the c8 chassis they had that in mind when building it if that makes sense, hence the minimal loss of cargo space
I love the idea of performance hybrids. You still get the same maniac engine, but then you also get electric systems that take some of the load off and, in return, you get even more performance. Hybrids are not the enemy, they're just misunderstood and often misused.
I wouldn't really say misplaced, not everybody wants a sports car, the Prius has its place. People just need to realize that not all hybrids are as boring as the Prius.
I love the way Chevy has gone about the C8 Corvette lineup. Each model speaks to a different demographic while being able to still tie in with eachother nicely. This E-Ray is very cool!
I like the way the C8 was a ground up rethinking of the Corvette to provide pinnacle performance straying away from traditional muscle cars. I hope Dodge can bring back the viper to compete with this with the straight six turbo.
@@LivingTheDream77 true, but it's compliance for regulations, especially for the exterior sound. People should be able to hear an oncoming car around a corner.
I have to give credit to GM for doing a hybrid sports car this way, rather than giving it an oversized battery pack and downscaling it to a V6 and trying to sell it on "It has just as much power as the V8 pls buy". It's refreshing to see more cars go down the same route that the McLaren P1 did with its hybrid system. Also, the shiny rims really just fit Corvettes well imo. It feels like a throwback to earlier models, even though the C7 had them too.
@@gergelyturcsanyi6743 That's the best part, having an electrified AWD powertrain like this can enable AWD launch performance without sacrificing any driving enjoyment, since the electric motors up front don't need to be used, and will actually improve handling because it also enables torque vectoring. There isn't any real downside besides weight, but if you cared about weight, you'd buy a car that's light to begin with, unlike the standard C8 in this case. So you'd go and buy a Miata or an Alpine A110, or an Ariel or Caterham if you want a real light car.
I find the E-Ray and the whole concept of performance hybrid quite interesting. Sure, my preference goes to the Z06 and its rawness and all-out capability but it’s nice to see GM giving Corvette buyers a variety of flavors.
TBH, I love that GM did this. I'm not the kinda person who's so much for hybrids and EVs, but, being a C8 and pairing a hybrid motor on it is pretty cool to see. The only hybrid I really like.
This car sounds like a car you'd have in something like the Bladerunner universe. That match of old combustion with futuristic electric whine. It's actually so cool.
I love how the E-Ray wheels look in light finishes. I wish more sporty cars would offer sexy wheel designs in light finishes instead of just being lazy with black all the time
@@nonessentialoils yes I agree the lack of black details everywhere makes it look so much less busy and gets rid of some of the overstyling. You can really appreciate Corvette’s beautiful body in the E-Ray spec.
I've got to be honest I hate black wheels. It looks like you lost the hubcaps or something and takes away from an important styling element from the design of any car.
I think this is smart for Chevy. It's basically a 911 Turbo S vs. GT3. If you want the ultimate daily driver get the ERay If you want a weekend track toy get the Z06. They should have done more to distinguish them though. It's easy to tell various 911s apart based on wings. Most people who will spend the extra money want to show that off.
@@mioszantas4462And if you have ears, hearing the different engine between the z06 and eray will make it very very obvious. Z06 will often have a lot more aggressive aero on it as well. Then compared to a standard stingray, the differences are super obvious with different front end, wider rear and different wishbone intake design.
@@LevaniaMeyano I don’t know, I was driving my Stingray the other day and saw an orange Z06 coming down the opposite side of the highway. I had to look close for the boomerang on the side door to tell. They look very similar. Interior is almost exactly the same too. With regards to the sound, at lower rpms like 3000-4000 it’s really not that big of a scream machine like you might think. You don’t really hear it until like 6000+
Absolutely agree with all of you! This hybrid Corvette is the perfect blend of innovation without compromising its heritage. It's like blending the past and future seamlessly.
Jay Lenno covered this one too a few days ago, and he was so thrilled by it's performance, he floored it a couple of times drowning out the head engineer for the car while he was talking. I call that letting the car talk for itself.
Doug the type of guy who doesn't rush out a video like all the other embargo Bros because he knows people are gonna watch anyway, regardless of when he puts out the video like a boss.
The fact that this car is the quickest factory Corvette ever and it has All Season tires is astonishing. The other Corvettes only achieve their stated numbers in ideal conditions on fresh tires. This thing can do the rated numbers just about anywhere. All future Corvettes will be AWD.
There is a reason the Z06 is still rear wheel drive. Speed is not the only reason to buy a corvette. Doug may have not noticed the weight driving around SoCal, but if driven aggressively enough you probably would notice it.
@@3xeplodng_3agle_studios just watch. That will become a reality. All future Corvettes will be AWD. However, you will easily be able to make them run like they are RWD if you so desire.
Lol what an idiotic comment. People who buy corvettes couldn't give less of a shit how fast it is to 60mph. It's about pulling power in a roll race and most importantly how well it performs around corners. And rwd cars murders awd cars around corners and from a roll.
This thing is so cool I’m glad to see it being reviewed so highly !! I hope to see one on the roads soon!! What a time we are living in! AWD hybrid vette with a V8 😮❤
Is it being reviewed highly? Doug places the E-Ray #9 out of 10 cars on this list. He gives it a 2 for practical - why so low? I don't think he likes it that much. Reminds me of my old boss who would always say good things to my face but bad things in my written review.
@@georgehunt7715 It's fighting against cars that cost twice as much. It gets a 2 for practicality because it's a sports car with a tiny trunk and a tiny frunk. The Corvette C8 is reviewed highly everywhere, particularly in terms of performance value for money. The interior may not be as nice as a 911's but it'll keep up with that 911 while costing half as much.
@@bwofficial1776 Not just keeps up! Savagegeese did a head-to-head of a 911 992 GT3 versus a Z06 with both manufacturers providing people and the Z06 did ever so slightly better.
Always been a Corvette fan and I’m liking the E-Ray, mainly because it allows you to have a loud exhaust but also be able to leave and return to your house at unsociable hours in silence and keep the neighbours happy. Also, after having a C8, I thought I’d find the climate control awkward, but after a couple of days use, it’s easy and nice to use.
@@dannysmith9882 I live in the UK, unless you want to live somewhere desolate like the Scottish Highlands, you need a couple of million to not have neighbours 😂 My old C6 with a manual box was my favourite though, had a great raw feel but had just enough tech to make for a nice drive on the work commute.
I daily drive a 2011 Ford Mustang V6 Premium in Connecticut. My wife has a Subaru Legacy, so in a pinch if I need it I have other transportation, but in the two years I've had the Mustang I haven't had to use it. That said, the idea of an all wheel drive American sports car, that has an Stealth mode to creep out of the neighborhood is amazing. I love cars and I like dailying a sports car. Happy to see things moving in this direction. Way better than full electric.
but ground clearance is still not enough to safely drive these in winter. Gm should produce one with more ground clearance, just like the 911 dakar and the huracan sterrato.
Good luck finding one at MSRP if you already haven't pre-ordered one. A lot of Chevy dealers are already asking $30K-$60K over sticker. The insanity never ends.
The "Z " Button is actually just a special button on the steering wheel that activates a shortcut to personalizied drive-mode settings, which can be configured though the center screen.
That thing looks gorgeous. I have always loved Corvettes, but never owned one, however, I think Chevy hit it out of the park with the C8. If I ever win the lottery of something, a C8 would probably be the first car I get.
Let's take the time to appreciate Doug's hand gestures when he speaks on these cars....it's almost like he's conducting a concert when he's previewing these cars
Buddy Tesla is one of the most American cars lmao 7500$ off one cause it’s assembled in North America an battery is built in America 🇺🇸 🤣😂 stop hating grow tf up with your 4 eyes pfp
I'm not a Vette fan and even less of an EV/hybrid fan but this THIS is unavoidably impressive and even more impressive that it's a Chevy product! Bravo to the engineers here.
This is how all modern sport cars (maybe all vehicles) should be made. Gas to the rear, electric to the front. Then you can drive it year-round and in bad weather. My truck has AWD with the push of a button and it's amazing.
This….is unbelievable. What a great car. Beautiful and cool, I’m 61 and have never wanted a vette, especially anything past a C4, mostly cause they are “old man” cars…and while I might qualify, I’m not giving in…lol…but this, well a different story for sure.
So far I haven't seen many stereotypical "Corvette guys" driving C8s. Most have looked younger than 50 to me. I'm 34 and have had mine for 3 years, and I've seen at least 2 driven by people my age or younger.
@@TORQUENDB same. I ordered mine when I was 34 and it arrived when I was 36. Most other owners I bumped into have been younger (35-50 range). It seems they are more car enthusiasts and less typical corvette owners.
A nice video. The term "Performance Hybrid" is clarifying and makes sense as terminology vis-à-vis the general focus on "environment" linked to hybrid cars with a lot of power. Other car manufacturers such as AMG should do the same.
I said something similar about this on another video also. I was thinking cadillac my use a version like this for their F1 team. I don't know what do you think? You seem like you know your shit.
@@IBENOUTMYMIND I'm an endurance guy myself, so I don't know as much about F1. Their Hybrids are integrated into the engine/transmission assembly itself, so I don't think the E-Ray will share much in common. The E-Ray takes advantage of one of the major strengths of hybrid tech which is awd without the need for a transaxle/tunnel. That's why LMP1 cars can explode out of corners (something I think is sadly missed because of regulations in WEC/IMSA). Long story short: probably no relation, especially since GM may end up badging someone else's engine as their own with Andretti from what I've heard. But you're a man of taste for sure!!
@Seyeler I was hopeful that they would produce their own engine and not have to rent a Ferrari engine and slap a V logo over it.. thanks for replying I definitely learned something. Be safe bud peace ✌🏾
This car is SOOO perfect! Looks, power-train, drive-train, price! You get a V8, a hybrid system, electric-only range, AWD, wide-body, and the best looking styling and wheels of the C8 range…for just over $100K!!!! For perspective, the NSX had similar offerings and great styling, turbo V6, AWD, but…for $150K starting, most were going for closer to $200K! This is a CRAZY bargain!
This is the 1st Chevy that I would buy, as I'm a Porsche guy. Seriously. GREAT engineering & execution and finally, a C8 that looks terrific. With this underneath me, I would no longer be fixated on a Porsche; currently I drive a 2010 Panamera S and absolutely love it. Thanks Chevy
Thanks for the great review, Doug! That's exactly what I want... "a cruiser that can also smoke hypercars at a stoplight." My ERay order is at the assembly plant, and I can hardly wait!
@@vitoscalleta4431 Thank you! My Stingray was a bright sports car color, and on my ERay I'm going for a sophisticated vibe but still with some flash. I want to provide all the details first on my website and TH-cam channel, though, so please come over there and join in on the fun!
I think this car is spectacular and I'm going to get one if the dealer markup is not awful. I have been on the waiting list for a Carrera S at my local dealership for almost 2 years and they still can't or won't tell me where I am on the list. I'm surprised Doug doesn't rate it higher (2 on comfort - next to last overall) but I don't care. I love it.
I really like this to be honest. Would be a really cool car to have with the silent driving feature for example. You get a hybrid but still get all the noise and drama. A little more range would be nice but still. Around 30 miles of EV range would be nice but I guess they need to keep the weight down.
The Europeans are all doing that now it seems - around 30-35miles of range with engine off. It's required by the new EU City rules where as the car approaches the city center, it MUST turn off it's engine automatically.
I'm sure there will be people doing after market adjustments to this. Doing something to tweak the battery or add to it in order to get 15-30 miles of electric only range. I'm not sure how difficult that would be, but the baseline hardware is already there to get you going.
Great review !! I'm wanting one real bad !! I'm loving the fact that the performance is nearly equal to a Bugatti Veyron, granted, top speed isn't 250+ mph , but 0-60 and quarter mile... Great Work GM !!
I litteraly rented a Corvette on the day this video came out during my holiday in Miami and instantly fell in love with the car. I cannot imagine how the E-Ray must feel. Probably even more amazing!
There's no way a Cadillac CTS V can get an equal 'Cool Factor' score as this corvette. Also 1 point higher in 'Stylling' for the Cadillac? Doug been 🚬🌿 lately...
@Brian_Eugene_Lee Incorrect. C8 Z06. C8 designates the generation of Corvette, and is used in place of Corvette. You don't say Z06 Corvette, you say Corvette Z06.
@Brian_Eugene_Lee If C# is the model code naming structure used by both brands then why would it be any different. Your logic goes against your own argument 😂 I've also never heard anyone refer to these as Z06 C8, and I work for Chevrolet. Sounds about as dumb as saying Supra Mark 4 or E class w124. Generation always comes before Model, and that's the case with every brand
The best part is when it comes time to replace the battery! An arm and a leg to cover that! Better to replace the entire car first to avoid the bomb on any hybrid and especially EVs and I won't even mention exotics. The day manufacturers sort out longevity, price, charging times and range, ICE vehicles will be just toys and will run on biofuel. For now, no one wants the headache and that's why sales are slowing down drastically!
I would absolutely LOVE this - having moved to an EV (Ford Mach-e), I very much enjoy the instant torque. I had that on my anemic '16 Chevy Malibu hybrid from 0-20 miles per hour. This would be fantastic. I also saw Jay Leno's review. *sigh* one can dream...
In 10 years, this car will still be standing with its gasoline engine. Where will the mach E, and all these other fancy EV's, be when batteries need replacement and they are all in excess of the worth of the car? Shocking to me that companies have decided they're going to, essentially, be the Apple version of automotive waste while calling it 'green' but even more so that people are buying into this. Ford and Dodge have killed what made the Mustang the mustang and Challenger the challenger, but I am clearly on the minority. This is actually a really nice compromise I wish more manufacturers would introduce. Not everyone wants a vehicle that as of right now is far less effective in cold climates on multiple levels - staying warm and having advertised range is nice.
@@shakyjake213 I've heard about the range "issue" in places where it gets cold. Dunno. I prefer a BEV to my gas Lexus. Also, the myth of the battery dying after ten years is already being debunked. I have a vendor who recently bought a 2013 Tesla Model S with 140,000 miles. The battery had lost 10% of range. He spent $1000 to have it refreshed and now has more range than when new.
So in the case of the E-ray, the electronics are akin to forced induction. They’re just added power. Plus the AWD aspect gives it a more euro flair. Not bad. I think they’ve struck the right balance in priming corvette owners for the future to come.
@@JebHoge Supercharged? Well I mean it's almost supercharged like the ZR-1. Yet, I would think that the Corvette E-Ray is almost considered as the fastest Corvette ever (really thanks to its combined 655 HP, 595 lb-ft of Torque, and might beat the C8 Z06)
I like that it gives people the option to turn off the auto start/stop. Thankfully I don't own a vehicle that has auto start/stop. It would make me feel very uneasy if my car shut off every time I stopped at a traffic light.
Won't look out of place in Monte Carlo. This ticks all the right boxes and more. Kudos to the team for the conception and execution. Pure exotica with added practicality and drivability. The most exciting American Car in Years
I think the E-Ray replaces what was previously the Grand Sport in the Corvette lineup. In the past the Grand Sport had the Z06 widened fenders but without the Z06 engine, whereas today the E-Ray gets the Z06 body without the Z06 engine
If you showed a C8 to a non-car person, I could understand them thinking it was a Ferrari. It has always looked like in some parallel dimension, what Ferrari did after the 430. And now even more so with those wheels. I like it.
These are so good. It's definitely the best all-round Corvette from the C8 generation. I've been saying since this was announced that it would be a "performance hybrid" and not some "gas saving hybrid" but I'm really excited to see it with the Z06 widebody. That's so great. Chevrolet *killed* it with this car.
I hate push button and twist knob gear selectors on cars, they ruin the feel and the first time you spill a drink on them they no longer work. Just build it like a normal auto with a lever and then a proper hand brake, make it fun.
@@joelness I thought that was a liberty jeep? I have an auto with an old school hand brake and it has never slipped out of park once. Yet my brother's car with out of those crappy electronic hand brakes has failed him a few times. My dad the same thing with his car.
Erays a beast . Not sure if it’s as much fun as the crazy z06. I daily my 2020 stingray z51 fe4 all year round without a problem here in NY tri state area for the past 3 years. So I’ll be flipping a coin on eray or the z06 as my next vette. I’m thinking the LT6 roar might offer more visceral experience even as a daily driver Waiting for more driver reviews since the reservation for the z06 is still awaiting increased z06 production
If you're looking for your next Vette to also be a daily driver go with the Eray. Z06s is a bit harsher ride in daily regular driving, especially the transmission. Clutch engagement is quite a bit more aggressive...But honestly the sound alone might be worth that pain haha
I’m more of a 911 guy (on my 2nd.). So, I haven’t paid much attention to the E-Ray, only because I figured it was another boring electric car. Glad to see it still has a soul (hi-perf gas engine.) Still a gorgeous car, minus taillight/rear bumper cover design (wish they’d go back to the C6 round light design.)
Hyrbrid cars are the way to go. Not electric, whether your going for performance or fuel efficiency. This car shows that you can still have an aggressive and loud sports car, yet still have a hybrid system.
Doug, you did not point out the body-colored side vent as a visual difference. Other than that, good review and an interesting Corvette that, from other videos of Tadge, the Corvette team really put their all into these variations. The ZR-1 will be exciting to explore.
More people than if it went strictly electric, no doubt. At least Chevy isn't ruining the Corvette like Ford and Dodge killed the Mustang and Challenger....yet. Give it 10 years. Everyone will be lamenting the loss of gasoline power and getting these full EVs, not hybrids like this one.
If EVER there was a time to bring back the Cadillac Allanté, this would be it. Convert this to a more lux cruiser, slightly more emphasis on the electric part, roomer, etc. call it E’llanté
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This is the type of hybrid i think people enjoy, it doesn't take away the soul of the car but adds to it. It's makes for a better daily driver than a normal corvette for someone who may have one car.
Enjoy? We buy hybrids for our enjoyment?
@@MisterMakerNL well you can enjoy it year round and has better performance metrics. So yeah
@@MisterMakerNL people that aren't you, clearly. Stop saying we.
@@davidlake611 well you also have the panamera turbo s e hybrid and s63 amg plug in, which offer a nice blend of performance and "efficiency" and owners enjoy them. However what is not that nice about some hybrid systems is the excessive down-sizing of engines, the case of the new c63...
lol daily driver ??
The fact that they added both a hybrid AND an AWD system and lost 1 cubic foot of cargo space is incredible.
This car is incredible in many ways
They already knew there was going to be an e-ray so when they first designed the c8 chassis they had that in mind when building it if that makes sense, hence the minimal loss of cargo space
@@tylerthenormal9059 yeah that makes sense
I think the AWD system is just the motor powering the front and the engine powering the rear, they didn't add a differential.
@@ontheymonday yeah they didn't, both the front and rear axles are independent of each other
I love the idea of performance hybrids.
You still get the same maniac engine, but then you also get electric systems that take some of the load off and, in return, you get even more performance.
Hybrids are not the enemy, they're just misunderstood and often misused.
great way to say it
I wouldn't really say misplaced, not everybody wants a sports car, the Prius has its place. People just need to realize that not all hybrids are as boring as the Prius.
your right, but its full E-cars real car people are turned off by.
Nobody will drive this in the snow.
Acura did it first with NSX. Yawn
I love the way Chevy has gone about the C8 Corvette lineup. Each model speaks to a different demographic while being able to still tie in with eachother nicely. This E-Ray is very cool!
What if Corvette C5 also have EV sound?
I like the way the C8 was a ground up rethinking of the Corvette to provide pinnacle performance straying away from traditional muscle cars. I hope Dodge can bring back the viper to compete with this with the straight six turbo.
Just kind of surprised that despite how much he loved it, the E ray is still ranked last.
The sound of the electric motor and V8 together are so cool! Such a spaceship for the road!
Yes!
Supercharger
Its actually just made by the speakers. The electric motors have almost no noise.
@@LivingTheDream77 true, but it's compliance for regulations, especially for the exterior sound. People should be able to hear an oncoming car around a corner.
@@GabsARV does that really apply to a car with a V8 tho?
I have to give credit to GM for doing a hybrid sports car this way, rather than giving it an oversized battery pack and downscaling it to a V6 and trying to sell it on "It has just as much power as the V8 pls buy". It's refreshing to see more cars go down the same route that the McLaren P1 did with its hybrid system.
Also, the shiny rims really just fit Corvettes well imo. It feels like a throwback to earlier models, even though the C7 had them too.
Pathetic Ford slapping a V6 in their $400K+ Ford GT, meanwhile Chevy figures out a C8 that destroys the Ford GT. Funny times.
@rustler08 and it destroys the GT for Much less money.
I am very surprised GM did this. They lost their soul and b@lls a long time ago.
@@rustler08Corvette C6 Z06 also destroys FORD GT man
@@UAE_8100agree. The C6 Corvette also costed $38.800 less than Ford GT.
I love how electric has been making a lot of vehicles have a awd option.
A sport car should be RWD anyway.
@@gergelyturcsanyi6743 if you want to be slower thats on you
@@INTEL-REDACTEDI would rather enjoy the drive than be half a second faster. Public roads are not for racing anyway.
Coooooope
@@gergelyturcsanyi6743 That's the best part, having an electrified AWD powertrain like this can enable AWD launch performance without sacrificing any driving enjoyment, since the electric motors up front don't need to be used, and will actually improve handling because it also enables torque vectoring. There isn't any real downside besides weight, but if you cared about weight, you'd buy a car that's light to begin with, unlike the standard C8 in this case. So you'd go and buy a Miata or an Alpine A110, or an Ariel or Caterham if you want a real light car.
Making a hybrid that has the same fuel economy as the regular version has to be the most American thing ever
Virtue signaling to the max.
Its not primarily made for fuel economy.
Its not for fuel economy. Its for more power
@@Lapp802 So then why doesn't it produce more power?
GM is the type of company to put a V8 in an economical hybrid (Tahoe Hybrid)
I find the E-Ray and the whole concept of performance hybrid quite interesting. Sure, my preference goes to the Z06 and its rawness and all-out capability but it’s nice to see GM giving Corvette buyers a variety of flavors.
TBH, I love that GM did this. I'm not the kinda person who's so much for hybrids and EVs, but, being a C8 and pairing a hybrid motor on it is pretty cool to see. The only hybrid I really like.
What about the P1?
McLaren Artura also.
Holy trinity?
This car sounds like a car you'd have in something like the Bladerunner universe. That match of old combustion with futuristic electric whine. It's actually so cool.
Yeah I actually love how it sounds, it sounds so cool on WOT
Sounds Like Kitt From Knight Rider
Yeah that was great
Totally agree. The sound really got me sold
*Memory Reboot starts playing*
I love how the E-Ray wheels look in light finishes. I wish more sporty cars would offer sexy wheel designs in light finishes instead of just being lazy with black all the time
The black wheel trend is getting really old. Also, this is the 1st C8 wheel design that looks decent to me... What are the designers thinking?!
@@motorhead281 The new wheels plus paint matched trim really makes it a much more attractive car.
@@nonessentialoils yes I agree the lack of black details everywhere makes it look so much less busy and gets rid of some of the overstyling. You can really appreciate Corvette’s beautiful body in the E-Ray spec.
Chrome anything, anywhere, on any car should be illegal
I've got to be honest
I hate black wheels. It looks like you lost the hubcaps or something and takes away from an important styling element from the design of any car.
I think this is smart for Chevy. It's basically a 911 Turbo S vs. GT3.
If you want the ultimate daily driver get the ERay
If you want a weekend track toy get the Z06.
They should have done more to distinguish them though. It's easy to tell various 911s apart based on wings. Most people who will spend the extra money want to show that off.
I think the front bumper tells the difference pretty loud
@@mioszantas4462And if you have ears, hearing the different engine between the z06 and eray will make it very very obvious. Z06 will often have a lot more aggressive aero on it as well. Then compared to a standard stingray, the differences are super obvious with different front end, wider rear and different wishbone intake design.
@@LevaniaMeyano I don’t know, I was driving my Stingray the other day and saw an orange Z06 coming down the opposite side of the highway. I had to look close for the boomerang on the side door to tell. They look very similar. Interior is almost exactly the same too. With regards to the sound, at lower rpms like 3000-4000 it’s really not that big of a scream machine like you might think. You don’t really hear it until like 6000+
no, the e and z have identical widebody kits. the only difference is the rear bumper@@mioszantas4462
E-Ray body is fully painted. Comes with the name placed on the sides. Real Corvette enthusiasts will find the difference easy.
Give it to Chevy. Anybody can build a super car for a ridiculous amount of money. The Corvette is an engineering marvel at the fraction of a price.
The color and rims combination is just perfect. Stunning car..well done, Chevy!!
Doug the kind of guy to read all the terms and conditions before playing a game
Wait do you not?
@@DefiNotAVampire not many do
Don't you mean 'quirks and features'?
@@CzepVA stop it right now. Have I wasted years of my life reading every single things terms and conditions? Or is this an meme?
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Absolutely agree with all of you! This hybrid Corvette is the perfect blend of innovation without compromising its heritage. It's like blending the past and future seamlessly.
How is it NOT compromising its heritage?!? Are you kidding? 1) Hybrid 2) auto only 3) AWD 4) mid engined. Thats not heritage, bubba.
@@03focussvt943 most C1 corvettes had an automatic transmission
@@chilly3528C3 also.
16:55 Doug looking for cops after brushing the gas pedal cracked me up.
Jay Lenno covered this one too a few days ago, and he was so thrilled by it's performance, he floored it a couple of times drowning out the head engineer for the car while he was talking. I call that letting the car talk for itself.
The quagmire “alrightttt” is a new quirk and feature of doug’s videos
Doug the type of guy who doesn't rush out a video like all the other embargo Bros because he knows people are gonna watch anyway, regardless of when he puts out the video like a boss.
The fact that this car is the quickest factory Corvette ever and it has All Season tires is astonishing. The other Corvettes only achieve their stated numbers in ideal conditions on fresh tires. This thing can do the rated numbers just about anywhere. All future Corvettes will be AWD.
There is a reason the Z06 is still rear wheel drive. Speed is not the only reason to buy a corvette. Doug may have not noticed the weight driving around SoCal, but if driven aggressively enough you probably would notice it.
More like 4wd
Had it til that last sentence. But yes. The PS A/S 4 are great tires.
@@3xeplodng_3agle_studios just watch. That will become a reality. All future Corvettes will be AWD. However, you will easily be able to make them run like they are RWD if you so desire.
Lol what an idiotic comment. People who buy corvettes couldn't give less of a shit how fast it is to 60mph. It's about pulling power in a roll race and most importantly how well it performs around corners. And rwd cars murders awd cars around corners and from a roll.
This thing is so cool I’m glad to see it being reviewed so highly !!
I hope to see one on the roads soon!! What a time we are living in!
AWD hybrid vette with a V8 😮❤
Cooooope
Is it being reviewed highly? Doug places the E-Ray #9 out of 10 cars on this list. He gives it a 2 for practical - why so low? I don't think he likes it that much. Reminds me of my old boss who would always say good things to my face but bad things in my written review.
@@georgehunt7715 It's fighting against cars that cost twice as much. It gets a 2 for practicality because it's a sports car with a tiny trunk and a tiny frunk. The Corvette C8 is reviewed highly everywhere, particularly in terms of performance value for money. The interior may not be as nice as a 911's but it'll keep up with that 911 while costing half as much.
@@bwofficial1776 Not just keeps up! Savagegeese did a head-to-head of a 911 992 GT3 versus a Z06 with both manufacturers providing people and the Z06 did ever so slightly better.
@@Emarq31you should
The sound of the E-ray at 17:35 of that electric motor and V8 Rev
"It's like a Prius" what a great out of context quote!!!
20:47 with that red paint and those chrome wheels, this car looks really great
This is how hybrids should be done, hopefully this sales good enough to encourage more performance hybrids
Maybe for sports cars, but not mass market cars. The EV part has to give you mileage benefits or there’s no point.
Always been a Corvette fan and I’m liking the E-Ray, mainly because it allows you to have a loud exhaust but also be able to leave and return to your house at unsociable hours in silence and keep the neighbours happy.
Also, after having a C8, I thought I’d find the climate control awkward, but after a couple of days use, it’s easy and nice to use.
If I had new upscale corvette money, I dont think Id live close enough to neighbors for this to matter
@@dannysmith9882 I live in the UK, unless you want to live somewhere desolate like the Scottish Highlands, you need a couple of million to not have neighbours 😂
My old C6 with a manual box was my favourite though, had a great raw feel but had just enough tech to make for a nice drive on the work commute.
Doug's the type of guy to talk about how responsive the infotainment system is while it's lagging noticeably
I daily drive a 2011 Ford Mustang V6 Premium in Connecticut. My wife has a Subaru Legacy, so in a pinch if I need it I have other transportation, but in the two years I've had the Mustang I haven't had to use it. That said, the idea of an all wheel drive American sports car, that has an Stealth mode to creep out of the neighborhood is amazing. I love cars and I like dailying a sports car. Happy to see things moving in this direction. Way better than full electric.
but ground clearance is still not enough to safely drive these in winter. Gm should produce one with more ground clearance, just like the 911 dakar and the huracan sterrato.
Good luck finding one at MSRP if you already haven't pre-ordered one. A lot of Chevy dealers are already asking $30K-$60K over sticker. The insanity never ends.
The "Z " Button is actually just a special button on the steering wheel that activates a shortcut to personalizied drive-mode settings, which can be configured though the center screen.
Nice blend of electric and gas motors in on package. Love the all wheel drive aspect
12:30 easlily the coolest thing ive seen this week. Every car with a screen should have all the gauges
That thing looks gorgeous. I have always loved Corvettes, but never owned one, however, I think Chevy hit it out of the park with the C8. If I ever win the lottery of something, a C8 would probably be the first car I get.
Doug the kind of guy that lays on his TV and watches his bed
bruh
Let's take the time to appreciate Doug's hand gestures when he speaks on these cars....it's almost like he's conducting a concert when he's previewing these cars
the cockpit is so cozy and wild
it really stands out compared to any other Supercar
This isn't a supercar.
The interior is actually the worst part of new gen vettes. And the exterior is already aging badly. Not comparable with any supercar.
@@rustler08 That's your opinion
The very definition of "engineering". Smart, gorgeous and fast.
I'm a Prius / Tesla hater but I want this car more than anything. American cars are back!
Buddy Tesla is one of the most American cars lmao 7500$ off one cause it’s assembled in North America an battery is built in America 🇺🇸 🤣😂 stop hating grow tf up with your 4 eyes pfp
I would love this or the NSX to be how sports cars are designed from now on. Functionality meets form.
Those wheels remind me of the optional ones on the C5, just with a bit of a literal twist on them. They look good.
I'm not a Vette fan and even less of an EV/hybrid fan but this THIS is unavoidably impressive and even more impressive that it's a Chevy product! Bravo to the engineers here.
GOD, that widebody looks so good with no wing on it at all. It's actually beautiful.
This is how all modern sport cars (maybe all vehicles) should be made. Gas to the rear, electric to the front. Then you can drive it year-round and in bad weather. My truck has AWD with the push of a button and it's amazing.
The engineers tweaked the C8 suspension to accommodate the E Ray's different weight distribution and power going to the front wheels.
Hey Doug, we need a garage and costs update. Not seen the Landcruiser for a while now.
the electric motor sound was like a super charger whine THATS AWESOME haha
I think that sound is artificial
This was just about my favorite car at the Auto Show this past spring. The ECHO ECHO ECHO in the studio is impressive.
Doug floored it only once what the heck we needed a few more
This….is unbelievable. What a great car. Beautiful and cool, I’m 61 and have never wanted a vette, especially anything past a C4, mostly cause they are “old man” cars…and while I might qualify, I’m not giving in…lol…but this, well a different story for sure.
I think the "old man" stigma is starting to vanish with the C8 design. When I drive my C8 I get LOTS of attention from the younger generations.
Everything we called an "old mans cars" is because of price. Not too many young guys can afford them as a second car.
So far I haven't seen many stereotypical "Corvette guys" driving C8s. Most have looked younger than 50 to me. I'm 34 and have had mine for 3 years, and I've seen at least 2 driven by people my age or younger.
@@TORQUENDB same. I ordered mine when I was 34 and it arrived when I was 36. Most other owners I bumped into have been younger (35-50 range). It seems they are more car enthusiasts and less typical corvette owners.
As a 15 year old I am drooling over the C8, and all of my friends too, the C8 for me is the C4/C3 for you
A nice video. The term "Performance Hybrid" is clarifying and makes sense as terminology vis-à-vis the general focus on "environment" linked to hybrid cars with a lot of power. Other car manufacturers such as AMG should do the same.
They kinda overdid it with the 4 cyl C63(i think).
I’ve been on this since LMP1. I find it strange that GM didn’t make any point to tie the E-Ray to the Cadillac GTP cars. Hybrid is good. Really good.
I said something similar about this on another video also. I was thinking cadillac my use a version like this for their F1 team. I don't know what do you think? You seem like you know your shit.
@@IBENOUTMYMIND I'm an endurance guy myself, so I don't know as much about F1. Their Hybrids are integrated into the engine/transmission assembly itself, so I don't think the E-Ray will share much in common. The E-Ray takes advantage of one of the major strengths of hybrid tech which is awd without the need for a transaxle/tunnel. That's why LMP1 cars can explode out of corners (something I think is sadly missed because of regulations in WEC/IMSA). Long story short: probably no relation, especially since GM may end up badging someone else's engine as their own with Andretti from what I've heard. But you're a man of taste for sure!!
@Seyeler I was hopeful that they would produce their own engine and not have to rent a Ferrari engine and slap a V logo over it.. thanks for replying I definitely learned something. Be safe bud peace ✌🏾
This car is SOOO perfect! Looks, power-train, drive-train, price! You get a V8, a hybrid system, electric-only range, AWD, wide-body, and the best looking styling and wheels of the C8 range…for just over $100K!!!! For perspective, the NSX had similar offerings and great styling, turbo V6, AWD, but…for $150K starting, most were going for closer to $200K! This is a CRAZY bargain!
This is the 1st Chevy that I would buy, as I'm a Porsche guy. Seriously. GREAT engineering & execution and finally, a C8 that looks terrific. With this underneath me, I would no longer be fixated on a Porsche; currently I drive a 2010 Panamera S and absolutely love it. Thanks Chevy
Lmfao a Porsche guy. With a 2010 panamera 😂
I love the colour. Not a huge fan of the modern Corvette styling but that red is awesome.
Thanks for the great review, Doug! That's exactly what I want... "a cruiser that can also smoke hypercars at a stoplight." My ERay order is at the assembly plant, and I can hardly wait!
Congrats man. How’s your spec, what color ya gettin?
@@vitoscalleta4431 Thank you! My Stingray was a bright sports car color, and on my ERay I'm going for a sophisticated vibe but still with some flash. I want to provide all the details first on my website and TH-cam channel, though, so please come over there and join in on the fun!
I'll never forget when my neighbor had to be rescued from his Cadillac XLR. Manual door releases are very important :)
They have manual releases inside the car. Reading the owners manual....
This is going to go down as one of the most beautiful corvettes of all time. I think the 1957, 1963, 1975 and 2023 E Ray are the most beautiful.
Those are the best looking factory Corvette rims for the C8, in my personal opinion. They look amazing with that color red Corvette especially.
I think this car is spectacular and I'm going to get one if the dealer markup is not awful. I have been on the waiting list for a Carrera S at my local dealership for almost 2 years and they still can't or won't tell me where I am on the list. I'm surprised Doug doesn't rate it higher (2 on comfort - next to last overall) but I don't care. I love it.
Agree.
Buy one. This version is going to be a collectors car in the future
I really like this to be honest. Would be a really cool car to have with the silent driving feature for example. You get a hybrid but still get all the noise and drama. A little more range would be nice but still. Around 30 miles of EV range would be nice but I guess they need to keep the weight down.
The Europeans are all doing that now it seems - around 30-35miles of range with engine off. It's required by the new EU City rules where as the car approaches the city center, it MUST turn off it's engine automatically.
Cooooooope!
I'm sure there will be people doing after market adjustments to this. Doing something to tweak the battery or add to it in order to get 15-30 miles of electric only range. I'm not sure how difficult that would be, but the baseline hardware is already there to get you going.
It's not regular hybrid, it's a Performance hybrid; distance was never its mission...
@@aussie2uGA New EU regs are laughable. Well-intentioned but we're so far beyond the peak of diminishing returns at this point it's ridiculous
Great review !! I'm wanting one real bad !! I'm loving the fact that the performance is nearly equal to a Bugatti Veyron, granted, top speed isn't 250+ mph , but 0-60 and quarter mile... Great Work GM !!
The E Ray Corvette has around 299kph top speed.
My heart skipped a beat at 17:24. "LOOK OUT!"
I litteraly rented a Corvette on the day this video came out during my holiday in Miami and instantly fell in love with the car. I cannot imagine how the E-Ray must feel. Probably even more amazing!
Am I the only one who expected a much higher Doug Score?
But it got almost the highest weekend of them all.
The eray is cheaper than the z06 and is better in terms of performance so how the heck does it get a point less in value?
There's no way a Cadillac CTS V can get an equal 'Cool Factor' score as this corvette. Also 1 point higher in 'Stylling' for the Cadillac? Doug been 🚬🌿 lately...
I have a C8 Z06. It is FAR from a harsh ride, suspension wise. It's extremely streetable in the softest settings.
I have both a C5 Z06 and C8 Z06. 99%+ of the Corvette community and in online forums say it the way I say it, or even C5Z, C8Z.@Brian_Eugene_Lee
@Brian_Eugene_Lee Incorrect. C8 Z06. C8 designates the generation of Corvette, and is used in place of Corvette. You don't say Z06 Corvette, you say Corvette Z06.
@Brian_Eugene_Leeya....no C8 Z06, C6 ZR1, C5 Z06, etc...
@Brian_Eugene_Lee If C# is the model code naming structure used by both brands then why would it be any different. Your logic goes against your own argument 😂
I've also never heard anyone refer to these as Z06 C8, and I work for Chevrolet. Sounds about as dumb as saying Supra Mark 4 or E class w124. Generation always comes before Model, and that's the case with every brand
Z06 C8 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
The best part is when it comes time to replace the battery! An arm and a leg to cover that!
Better to replace the entire car first to avoid the bomb on any hybrid and especially EVs and I won't even mention exotics.
The day manufacturers sort out longevity, price, charging times and range, ICE vehicles will be just toys and will run on biofuel.
For now, no one wants the headache and that's why sales are slowing down drastically!
just glad it's not a crossover. looking at you Mach e.
AWD with a hybrid = win. I'm still waiting for the Zora to come out, if the model does.
I would absolutely LOVE this - having moved to an EV (Ford Mach-e), I very much enjoy the instant torque. I had that on my anemic '16 Chevy Malibu hybrid from 0-20 miles per hour. This would be fantastic. I also saw Jay Leno's review. *sigh* one can dream...
Ford Mach-e 🤢🤢🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮
In 10 years, this car will still be standing with its gasoline engine. Where will the mach E, and all these other fancy EV's, be when batteries need replacement and they are all in excess of the worth of the car?
Shocking to me that companies have decided they're going to, essentially, be the Apple version of automotive waste while calling it 'green' but even more so that people are buying into this.
Ford and Dodge have killed what made the Mustang the mustang and Challenger the challenger, but I am clearly on the minority. This is actually a really nice compromise I wish more manufacturers would introduce. Not everyone wants a vehicle that as of right now is far less effective in cold climates on multiple levels - staying warm and having advertised range is nice.
@@shakyjake213 I've heard about the range "issue" in places where it gets cold. Dunno. I prefer a BEV to my gas Lexus. Also, the myth of the battery dying after ten years is already being debunked. I have a vendor who recently bought a 2013 Tesla Model S with 140,000 miles. The battery had lost 10% of range. He spent $1000 to have it refreshed and now has more range than when new.
@@chrism6880 You'd like to make an intelligent comment? I'm curious why you state this.
@KaiPonte they're ugly as sin
After I get my Corvette E-Ray I’m putting a snow blade on the front. 🤪
Can’t lie, the sound of the electric motor on top of the V8 rumble while accelerating sounded wild
if honda had priced the NSX at this price and given it this level of power.. it would have sold more than 7 cars/year. this eray absolutely NAILS it.
As a Honda insider... my thought since day 1 was that we should have targeted the Corvette as our main competitor.
Something tells me the C8 ZR1 is basically going to be an E-ray with a Z06 engine and probably all the track-focused stuff from the Z06.
So in the case of the E-ray, the electronics are akin to forced induction. They’re just added power. Plus the AWD aspect gives it a more euro flair. Not bad. I think they’ve struck the right balance in priming corvette owners for the future to come.
I was just thinking it almost sounded supercharged.
@@JebHoge Supercharged? Well I mean it's almost supercharged like the ZR-1. Yet, I would think that the Corvette E-Ray is almost considered as the fastest Corvette ever (really thanks to its combined 655 HP, 595 lb-ft of Torque, and might beat the C8 Z06)
E Ray is the Turbo S while the Z06 is the GT3.. that’s how I view it
I like that it gives people the option to turn off the auto start/stop. Thankfully I don't own a vehicle that has auto start/stop. It would make me feel very uneasy if my car shut off every time I stopped at a traffic light.
Won't look out of place in Monte Carlo.
This ticks all the right boxes and more.
Kudos to the team for the conception and execution.
Pure exotica with added practicality and drivability.
The most exciting American Car in Years
I love how the gear selector is straight out of a 2010s Honda/acura
this isnt true at all
I think the E-Ray replaces what was previously the Grand Sport in the Corvette lineup. In the past the Grand Sport had the Z06 widened fenders but without the Z06 engine, whereas today the E-Ray gets the Z06 body without the Z06 engine
I think they should have called it a Grand Sport E instead of the ERay. Would have carried a LOT more tradition with it
@@fpnbrian But the thing is it has almost the same price of the Z06 so that would make sense, E Ray clearly tells what it is
If you showed a C8 to a non-car person, I could understand them thinking it was a Ferrari. It has always looked like in some parallel dimension, what Ferrari did after the 430. And now even more so with those wheels. I like it.
Miss the days of Doug attempting to fit into trunks, and the down--up of convertible tops.
These are so good. It's definitely the best all-round Corvette from the C8 generation. I've been saying since this was announced that it would be a "performance hybrid" and not some "gas saving hybrid" but I'm really excited to see it with the Z06 widebody. That's so great. Chevrolet *killed* it with this car.
That engine + motor sound is sick
I hate push button and twist knob gear selectors on cars, they ruin the feel and the first time you spill a drink on them they no longer work.
Just build it like a normal auto with a lever and then a proper hand brake, make it fun.
"Bop it!
Twist it!
Pull it!"
@@joelness I remember that.
@@dave4803 Only this time if you lose the game you get run over. See also, Fiat Chrysler Anton Yelchin.
@@joelness I thought that was a liberty jeep? I have an auto with an old school hand brake and it has never slipped out of park once.
Yet my brother's car with out of those crappy electronic hand brakes has failed him a few times. My dad the same thing with his car.
Erays a beast . Not sure if it’s as much fun as the crazy z06.
I daily my 2020 stingray z51 fe4 all year round without a problem here in NY tri state area for the past 3 years.
So I’ll be flipping a coin on eray or the z06 as my next vette.
I’m thinking the LT6 roar might offer more visceral experience even as a daily driver
Waiting for more driver reviews since the reservation for the z06 is still awaiting increased z06 production
If you're looking for your next Vette to also be a daily driver go with the Eray. Z06s is a bit harsher ride in daily regular driving, especially the transmission. Clutch engagement is quite a bit more aggressive...But honestly the sound alone might be worth that pain haha
First time I’ve ever gotten to drive a car before Doug, thanks Forza!
WOW. Supercar which is practical, with visible, easy access engine, very much driver oriented and relatively cheap.
I wonder if they’ll ever make an all electric track focused Corvette. They could call it the E06…..
We need a Cars & Bids Headquarters Tour!!!
Absolutely! I was thinking just that thanks to the last few uploads
We will! Need to finish decorating and finalizing the place.
@@carsandbids Excellent, can’t wait :)
@@carsandbids 😇😇😇
Can't wait to be able to afford one of these in 40 years!
You will not have to wait long, once the high voltage battery takes a dump, in about 10 years. You’ll be able to pick one up for a song.
@@Everythingisgoingtobealright the battery isn’t big enough be destroyed that fast
I’m more of a 911 guy (on my 2nd.). So, I haven’t paid much attention to the E-Ray, only because I figured it was another boring electric car. Glad to see it still has a soul (hi-perf gas engine.)
Still a gorgeous car, minus taillight/rear bumper cover design (wish they’d go back to the C6 round light design.)
The Corvette E-Ray and Acura NSX Type S are the only Hybrids I want
Hyrbrid cars are the way to go. Not electric, whether your going for performance or fuel efficiency. This car shows that you can still have an aggressive and loud sports car, yet still have a hybrid system.
Doug, you did not point out the body-colored side vent as a visual difference. Other than that, good review and an interesting Corvette that, from other videos of Tadge, the Corvette team really put their all into these variations. The ZR-1 will be exciting to explore.
Thought same thing
You can get it in carbon as a free option. It's also an option on all C8's
Love your reviews. Not necessarily about this car, but when something goes wrong with these ultra complex cars, who’s going to be able to fix them??
Uh... the dealer?
More people than if it went strictly electric, no doubt. At least Chevy isn't ruining the Corvette like Ford and Dodge killed the Mustang and Challenger....yet.
Give it 10 years. Everyone will be lamenting the loss of gasoline power and getting these full EVs, not hybrids like this one.
Ford just updated the Mustang for 2024, granted the rest of it is true.
If EVER there was a time to bring back the Cadillac Allanté, this would be it. Convert this to a more lux cruiser, slightly more emphasis on the electric part, roomer, etc. call it E’llanté
T-shirt from Prague is back! Greetings from Praha :).
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