Events

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.

Oliver Gavin
7/15/2025
4 min read
Goodwood, UK
Share:
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 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.

Tags:GoodwoodE-RayFestival of SpeedUKDebut

WLTP Fuel Consumption and Emissions Data

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

Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 6.2L V8 AT8

Power:
354 kW (482 CV)
Fuel consumption:
12.3 L/100 km
CO₂ emissions:
281 g/km
CO₂ class:
G

Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray Coupe 6.2L AT8 AWD

Power:
354 / 119* kW (482 / 162* CV)
Fuel consumption:
12.6 L/100 km
CO₂ emissions:
289 g/km
CO₂ class:
G

Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Coupe 5.5L V8 AT8

Power:
475 kW (646 CV)
Fuel consumption:
15.9 L/100 km
CO₂ emissions:
363 g/km
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).