NewsChevrolet Corvette Zora: The 1.200-hp hybrid for the future

Chevrolet Corvette Zora: The 1.200-hp hybrid for the future

Chevrolet is working on the crazy Chevrolet Camaro (1) with over 1.000 hp on an even more powerful model, which was called Zora could appear. With hybrid technology and over 1.200 PS should she Flaggschiff .

And current Spy Videos from the Nürburgring show the first prototypes of the secret model. The Zora is of course also based on the platform of C8.

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The technology of the ZR1 with a state-of-the-art Hybrid drive. The 5,5-liter twin-turbo V8 with flat crankshaft and factory 1.064 PS gets one Electric motor on the front axle. It provides additional 160 PS and misses the Zora at the same time Four-wheel.

The technology of the electric motor probably comes from the Corvette E-RayWith both engines together, the Zora achieves a combined power of incredible 1.224 PSThe hybrid system uses a 1,9-kWh battery, which is located centrally in the center tunnel and is probably only around 45 kg weighs.

In combination with the Four-wheel and the electric support, the Zora should be able to Sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in around two seconds and at the same time a top speed of about 350 km/h not be unrealistic.

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Design and aerodynamics

Visually, you can see the Erlkönig from the video the fat Rear package with XXL rear wing and the wide side air inletsthat the Brake cooling and downforce In principle, however, the visual aspect is still the same as ZR1, but with minor differences, such as the normal Rear window the C8, instead of the split window of the ZR1.

Furthermore, the Zora prototypes temporary exhaust systems which are specifically designed to comply with Noise regulations developed on the Nürburgring Nordschleife. The name “Zora” is a tribute to Zora Arkus-Duntov, the legendary engineer who transformed the Corvette from a pure road car to Sportcars further developed.

Market launch and future prospects

An accurate Debut date for the Zora is not known. However, it is speculated that it could appear in the course of next year. A Production should then in the year 2026 or 2027 But one thing is clear: it will undoubtedly set new standards in the field of Supercar and will not only outshine all previous Corvette models, but also all sports cars in this price segment. We are sure of that. Photo credit: CarSpyMedia

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