Chevrolet Corvette Model Year 2026, three C8 models on the open road, photographed by Mario Brunner
Photo © Mario Brunner

What's New with Model Year 2026

Six years in, the C8 takes its biggest leap yet, a fully redesigned cabin, three new driver displays and the Performance Data Recorder built directly into the dash. Here is everything that changed.

Open the door to a different Corvette.

The 2026 Corvette brings the most substantial interior refresh since the C8 debuted. Step inside and everything has shifted, the divisive wall of climate buttons is gone, materials are more premium, and the cabin pivots around the driver. New colorways set the tone before you've even turned the key.

New colorway: red-and-black cabin with the three new displays in view.
New colorway: red-and-black cabin with the three new displays in view.
Light gray-blue with carbon-trim steering wheel, one of four new colorways.
Light gray-blue with carbon-trim steering wheel, one of four new colorways.
The new center console: wireless charging pad, drive-mode toggle and backlit cupholders.
The new center console: wireless charging pad, drive-mode toggle and backlit cupholders.

Three-Screen Layout

12.7" center display, 14" driver information center and a new 6.6" auxiliary touchscreen.

No More "Wall of Buttons"

The vertical climate-button strip between driver and passenger is gone, replaced by HVAC controls under the main display.

Revised Center Console

Drive Mode Selector is now a smaller toggle to the right of the gear selector for a cleaner layout.

Repositioned Wireless Charging

The wireless charging pad has moved to a more accessible spot on the center console.

Passenger Grab Handle with USB-C

A new passenger grab handle now houses a convenient USB-C port.

Backlit Cupholders

Redesigned with hand-wrapped, backlit inserts featuring the Corvette crossed flags logo.

New Colors & Trim

Gray, orange, blue and dark brown, plus an asymmetrical "red driver / black passenger" cabin option.

Three new displays. One command center.

Step closer and the story sharpens: the entire dashboard has been rebuilt around three driver-focused screens, a 12.7" center display, a 14" Driver Information Center and an all-new 6.6" auxiliary touchscreen left of the steering wheel.

Driver's view: carbon-trim steering wheel, the 14" Driver Information Center on the left and the 12.7" Center Display on the right.
Driver's view: carbon-trim steering wheel, the 14" Driver Information Center on the left and the 12.7" Center Display on the right.

By the numbers

12.7"

Center Console Display

14"

Driver Information Center

6.6"

Auxiliary Touchscreen

Standard

12.7" Center Console Display

Larger infotainment display dominates the dashboard with crisp, high-resolution graphics.

Standard

14" Driver Information Center

Expanded digital cluster delivers configurable views for cruising, sport and track driving.

Standard

6.6" Auxiliary Touchscreen

All-new auxiliary display to the left of the steering wheel keeps essential controls within easy reach.

Standard

Wireless Charging Pad

Newly positioned on the center console for easier access. Wireless phone projection comes standard.

What those displays do on track.

On the road, the new screens look striking. On a circuit, they earn their keep. The Performance Data Recorder is now built directly into the displays, coaching, telemetry and side-by-side video, no laptop or phone required.

Performance Traction Management: new PTM Pro Mode.
Performance Traction Management: new PTM Pro Mode.
Performance App: live G-forces, tires and eLSD telemetry.
Performance App: live G-forces, tires and eLSD telemetry.

Speed Tips

Real-time coaching tips highlight the improvements necessary to increase track performance, lap after lap.

Data Analysis

A detailed graphical analysis displays every lap driven around the track so you can pinpoint where to gain time.

Side-by-Side Video

Video playback compares laps from different sessions or even different drivers, with synced telemetry.

Performance App

The fully customizable Performance App displays live horsepower, torque and dynamic vehicle data in real time.

PTM Pro Mode

Adjusts traction control, stability control and power delivery through driver-selectable modes, including the new PTM Pro Mode for advanced track work.

Drive Modes

Tour, Sport, Track, Weather and customizable My Mode, plus the customizable Z Mode on the steering wheel, adapt throttle, suspension and handling to the moment.

Ready to experience MY26?

Visit a Corvette dealer in Europe or build your 2026 Corvette in the Configurator.

Image credits: Header image © Mario Brunner. All other images © General Motors.

WLTP Fuel Consumption and Emissions Data

Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 6.2L V8 AT8: Power: 354 kW (482 CV) | Fuel consumption combined: 12.3 L/100 km | CO₂ emissions combined: 281 g/km (WLTP*) | CO₂ class*: G

Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray Coupe 6.2L AT8 AWD: Power: 354 / 119* kW (482 / 162* CV) | Fuel consumption combined: 12.6 L/100 km | CO₂ emissions combined: 289 g/km (WLTP*) | CO₂ class*: G

Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Coupe 5.5L V8 AT8: Power: 475 kW (646 CV) | Fuel consumption combined: 15.9 L/100 km | CO₂ emissions combined: 363 g/km (WLTP*) | CO₂ class*: G

*WLTP = Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicles Test Procedure. The WLTP test procedure provides a more realistic basis for comparing fuel consumption and CO₂ emission values of different vehicle types. CO₂ class determined according to Directive (EU) 2019/631. The values may vary depending on the selected equipment. *E-Ray: The second value applies to the electric motor (HP1).