Data on the 2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
Several things can be said about the Chevrolet Corvette series: including the polarizing reactions most buyers have towards their car. The eight-cylinder engine is at the heart of the strong emotions, it is powerful for its class and delivers a large amount of torque.
2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Specs
Standard equipment in the Corvette for 2008 and 2009 includes the 6.2 liter engine by General Motors, weighing in at 8 cylinders and sixteen valves. A 6-speed Standard Transmission puts the power of the engine to the pavement. The has proven to be a popular configuration for the Corvette.
The Corvette uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses leaf and leaf springs front and rear respectively.
For the 2009 Corvette, the fuel configuration is a electronic SFI, using gasoline for fuel. A fuel-injected MFI configuration. The gas tank holds 12 gallons.
Statistics
of wheelbase allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers. It sits inches off the ground. It seats a standard several adults passengers, with 2 doors. The dimensions of the Corvette ZR1 are inches long by inches wide.
There is a 50,000* mile, 60* month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 50,000*/36* miles/months. This is normal for this price range.
Pricing is a vital consideration when shopping for a car. The Chevrolet Corvette lists at an industry-low price when new. The dealer cost on the car was an industry-low price. This price was average compared to the industry average price for a 2-door coupe.
MPG Ratings
The Corvette ZR1 received a miles-per-gallon rating of seventeen in-city driving and twenty three when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.
In 2008 and 2009 the Corvette ZR1 was availble in the exterior colors of several colors.
Parting Shots
There are several reasons why the Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 sold well in 2009. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Chevrolet, specifically a Corvette.