Corvette ZR1X Redefines American Performance

The legend of Corvette performance has officially entered a new era. The Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X, the most advanced Corvette ever produced, has claimed its place as the quickest American production car, and one of the fastest ways to conquer the quarter mile for under a million dollars.

After extensive real-world testing, the ZR1X completed final validation in October 2025 at US 131 Motorsports Park, a setting that mirrors how Corvette owners truly push their vehicles. On a prepped drag strip, using pump gas, standard-equipment tires, and a production, 50-state street-legal calibration, the ZR1X delivered astonishing results:

• Quarter mile: 8.675 seconds at 159 mph
• 0–60 mph: 1.68 seconds
• Peak acceleration: 1.75G, reaching 60 mph in under 100 feet

“This is exactly the type of performance we envisioned when we made the revolutionary move to a mid-engine platform,” said GM President Mark Reuss.

What makes these numbers even more impressive is their consistency. Equipped with its standard aero configuration, Michelin PS4S tires, and available carbon fiber wheels, the test vehicle completed multiple back-to-back quarter-mile runs all under 8.8 seconds, proving this level of performance is no fluke.

At the heart of the 2026 Corvette ZR1X is a twin-turbo LT7 V8 engine paired with a front-axle electric motor, producing a staggering 1,250 horsepower through an electrified all-wheel-drive system. This blend of raw power and advanced technology places the ZR1X in elite company—while remaining dramatically more attainable than many multi-million-dollar hypercars.

Much of this performance comes down to Corvette’s Custom Launch Control, standard across the lineup from Stingray to ZR1X. The system manages tire slip, clutch engagement, and launch RPM to help drivers extract maximum acceleration with confidence. Even on an unprepped surface, the ZR1X continues to impress, completing the quarter mile in 8.99 seconds and reaching 0–60 mph in 1.89 seconds when equipped with the available ZTK Performance Package.

The Corvette ZR1X isn’t just fast, it’s a bold statement about the future of American performance. Stay tuned to Maritime Chevy for more on the latest Corvette innovations and what’s next for this iconic nameplate.

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