Goodwood Festival of Speed: E-Ray's European Public Debut

Events · 7/15/2025 · Oliver Gavin · 4 min read · Goodwood, UK

Goodwood Festival of Speed: E-Ray's European Public Debut

At the Goodwood Festival of Speed, the Corvette E-Ray made its European public debut, thrilling crowds with dynamic hillclimb runs.

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At the Goodwood Festival of Speed, the Corvette E-Ray made its European public debut, thrilling crowds with dynamic hillclimb runs and static displays. Octane Magazine described the car's dynamic demonstration: spectators watched as the hybrid-AWD Corvette—now available in right-hand drive—raced up Goodwood's famous hill, highlighting the car's instantaneous electric torque and 2.9 s 0–62 mph capability.

A Q&A with former Corvette factory driver Oliver Gavin on Chevrolet Europe's press site further explained the E-Ray's technology: the 644 CV powertrain uses an electric front axle to deliver eAWD, while Stealth Mode enables quiet early-morning departures and London congestion-zone emissions benefits. The car also features Magnetic Selective Ride Control 4.0, adjustable steering, Brembo carbon-ceramic brakes and digital instrument graphics inspired by Chevrolet's racing programmes.

Coverage of the public debut reinforces Corvette's commitment to the UK market and positions the E-Ray as a technological showcase within Europe's vibrant automotive festival calendar.

Goodwood · E-Ray · Festival of Speed · UK · Debut

WLTP Fuel Consumption and Emissions Data

Official fuel consumption and CO₂ emission values according to WLTP test procedure

ModelPowerFuel consumptionCO₂ emissionsCO₂ class
Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 6.2L V8 AT8354 kW (482 CV)12.3 L/100 km281 g/kmG
Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray Coupe 6.2L AT8 AWD354 / 119* kW (482 / 162* CV)12.6 L/100 km289 g/kmG
Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Coupe 5.5L V8 AT8475 kW (646 CV)15.9 L/100 km363 g/kmG

*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).