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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
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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 642 bhp 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.

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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 HP)
Fuel consumption:
12.8 L/100 km
CO₂ emissions:
293 g/km
CO₂ class:
G

Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray Coupe 6.2L V8 AWD Hybrid

Power:
473 kW (644 HP)
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 HP)
Fuel consumption:
16.5 L/100 km
CO₂ emissions:
377 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.