The 2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray Is A Lust Worthy All-Weather Hybrid American Supercar

[@HiiImChris]

Honestly, in a weirdly patriotic way I genuinely love that chevy has put out such a banger of joy ride, especially given its accessibility price wise

[@bradleyscarreviews]

Glad to see this combination of TheTopher and Redline Reviews, two of my favorites..

[@billderas3420]

I cannot believe that Chris sat next to you on the test drive with an incredibly calm expression the whole time. Wow!

[@Nestle245]

The interior of the Corvette came a long way, very nice design.

[@weirdshibainu]

Yeah. I sold Corvettes and I was always amazed at the low quality of the interiors until this generation. The fit and finish weren't as good as a Camry.

[@oneslackr]

@@weirdshibainu : C1-C5 generations I would agree. C6 (2005 - 2013) interiors were improved. C7 (2014 - 2019) interiors were a big improvement & were fine. C8 improved on it a bit more.

[@weirdshibainu]

@@oneslackr We'll disagree. The C7 interior was still subpar at the price point.

[@markymars]

Bro wtfff this thing looks amazing!!😮

[@ModernGolfer]

Ordered the E-ray as mine will be driven year 'round. Not spending that kinda $$$$ on a car to have it sit in the garage under a car cover for half (or more!) of it's life. Corvettes are meant to be *driven* . It's a *car* not a Faberge egg! I mean, c'mon, isn't that what everybody loves about Jay Leno, that he actually drives all his vehicles? 👍

[@G-Rated]

I get it, that it is being called supercar for a reason and that’s thanks to it’s jaw dropping performance and capability on the track…but after a few years of being on the market and still turning heads we cannot allow this design to go unnoticed either. Ford cannot compete with this at the same price and neither can Stellantis. Absolutely the American Ferrari that’s faster than the Ferrari, and most importantly a wild class design that’s drop dead gorgeous and aging gracefully!! 🔥

[@XX-166]

It’s not supposed to go up against a Ferrari Forrest.

[@VaunShiz]

Lmao the base Ferrari is faster than this 🤣 296GTB cough cough 2.4 to 60 and a 9.7 seconds in the quarter " almost a second faster" and it's RWD and a V6 ... Maybe you're knowledge is a little ... Out of date lmao

[@pacekey694]

@@VaunShizyeah and a 296 is over 400k

[@DWH300]

@G-Rated It's because the C8 has a high break even price. *From GM Authority*. *Chevrolet Loses Money On All Corvette C8s Sold For Less Than $80,000* That's why you don't see base C8 Corvettes setting in dealer lots. After 1st year introduction with an advertised MSRP under $60,000. Production was shut down. The following year more options were added to increase the C8's MSRP at or above $80,000. Ford and Stellantis could both build a competitive vehicle, but their profits comes from Trucks and SUVs. Ford continued the lower profit Mustang and even added the Dark Horse GTD Mustang Supercar in limited production adding extreme performance parts top to bottom. Ford unlike GM is selling GT3 and GT4 race cars to the public for IMSA racing. They have also taken over building Hybrid racing engines for Red Bulls F1 team. The perfect connection for improving their hybrid engines for consumer vehicles. Any company can build any type of vehicle. The Corvette is GM's Halo car while the Mustang has replaced the Ford GT as Ford's Halo vehicle. GM has to keep the Corvette in the positive profit margins. I'm guessing the E-Ray is in that range. Considering GM has announced going to 100% Battery vehicles. It appears the E-Ray is their attempt to test how well this C8 version will complete with their current Ice Corvettes.

[@extremeencounter7458]

@@VaunShiz Funny that you never mentioned the price difference, it'd bruise your ego too much lmao. Also, it beats you precious F8 and even the Huracan Evo: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qILPgHWtlrSHrKs

[@dnice362]

This has been my go to channel and my first watch of any new release cars. Second is savagegeese to get ridiculously In depth. But for the information I care about this is now my go to. For fun and entertainment throttle house. That’s it

[@keithrodes1591]

Chevy doesn't usually make great vehicles.... but they got this one right!

[@DRayL_]

Even before I start this video,........DANG......that is a completely unusual [for a vette] and beautiful color on this car!!

[@DRayL_]

Honestly,...probably the best modern Corvette I've seen. I wouldn't buy one,...because DAMN lot of money.

[@robnelsonbayvillage]

My '67 Corvette Stingray Coupe 427 tri-power was stolen. I never returned to the Bow Tie. Having just sold my 3rd Porsche, this new e-ray with carbon-ceramic Brembos has my attention. Wow, 345 rear rubber by Michelin. Love the convertible version. Great review. New subscriber.

[@dlg5485]

Chevy continues to impress with the C8 platform. I'll have to wait until I retire to be able to afford one, but I plan to purchase a C8 Stingray. The E-Ray is awesome, but it's just not worth $140k when I can get the already excellent Stingray 2LT for under $90k. Love it!

[@TheFlooringInspector82]

I would get a base ERay over a fully loaded Stingray any day. The price is closer than you think

[@isaackwakye8490]

​​@@TheFlooringInspector82Lol base E-ray starts at $106,000. I would get the normal C8 for that prize or go big on the Z06

[@joem7755]

exactly.. all depends on your wants and needs.. Im planning to just get the 1lz and a few little stuff. My MSRP will be around 112,615.00 Very much worth for 22K more. Also depends how long you want to wait and the dealership. Mine and a few will stay with MSRP, but many are not nice. lol .. Heck some still over charge for base C8s

[@dlg5485]

@@joem7755 The Z06 is alluring, I get it but personally I don't need that level of performance and I don't want its 'newness'. I'm not saying you are one of these people, but a lot of buyers naively overestimate their ability to even handle the otherworldly performance of a car like the Z06 or they just want it for the bragging rights, perhaps. A Stingray 2LT Z51 is MORE than I need for weekend thrills and the occasional autocross day. I'd rather own a sports car that I can handle at the limit, spend way less money and get a tried and true powertrain.

[@joem7755]

@dlg5485 agreed, that's why I put money down to be on an e-ray list 2 years ago. With awd I knew it would handle better then the z06. I was hoping for a cheaper car but we all got a big surprise. Since gm changed the computers and it was locked I knew if I wanted more power later that tuning would be a much harder option. Now that many power added kits are out, many at 20k or more it makes more since to get the next level up if you want more power. Between the epa and these company super high prices they have taken allot of the fun of modding. The e-ray reviews all talked about how much safer they feel then driving the z06. But of course there is that exciting love for that feeling of losing control Lol.

[@klasseact6663]

I just watched the savage geese video about this car. And it tips the scales at over 4000 pounds.

[@simonmorty8344]

I like the uniqueness of this car, and as you mentioned, there really isn't anything else like it outside the older nsx. Really enjoy your indepth review, honesty, authenticity, and channel. It would be great to see you hit the one million subscribers soon!

[@nunyubizness5483]

Redline Reviews is clueless and got everything wrong. Weight, specs, options, etc. Pathetic that GM gives these clowns access to cars they know nothing about

[@cjdamnit]

Lamborghini Revuleto is a Hybrid as well.

[@extremeencounter7458]

@@cjdamnit Might as well name off every other foreign hybrid supercar lmao Porsche, Mclaren, etc. This is the first American version of this type of this car, and for so cheap for the performance, it's absurd.

[@cjdamnit]

I'm replying to a comment made saying there isn't anything else like it outside the older NSX which is not true.....so yes, you can name Porsche etc.... @@extremeencounter7458

[@extremeencounter7458]

@@cjdamnit Yea, and you naming a random hybrid Italian car doesn't make what he said false

[@heavenhelpus479]

I've had two hybrids for 14 years and I'm sold. Takes city beating like nothing, while getting 35mpg. And it wins stop light races, not that I do that sort of thing. The original HV batteries are still chugging along.

[@oneslackr]

This isn't going to get 35 mpg. Chevy didn't make this hybrid version to increase fuel mileage. They did it for the added performance & all-wheel drive. This only has a range of 3 to 4 miles on pure electric & only up to 45 mph.

[@kennethtisdale260]

Still looks fresh after 2020 launch

[@coolaa7]

That green is smoking hot!

[@howardgore9807]

I hate that I love this car. Can't afford it but a different direction to go as the regular stingray. Great option 👌

[@KentBuchla]

Nice cliché…

[@l2etranger]

Wow omg, what a stunning color!

[@InvestBetter.]

Hagerty got 0-60 in 2.4 and 10.5 in the quarter. I forget the trap speed. I put a deposit down for this last year, but I took it back, and just bought a C7 Z06 in Velocity Yellow Tintcoat with a 7-speed stick, for half the price. If I were to get a C8, this is the one. The upcoming ZR1 SHOULD add this eAWD to the Z06 engine

[@nunayobiznass]

What do you do for a living? You're lucky.

[@InvestBetter.]

@@nunayobiznass It's not luck. It's smart investing. I do Bitcoin for a living. I control the best asset in the world. That's what I do.

[@EJleon96]

Really? I thought the plan for the Zr1 was the Z06 engine and twin turbos. The Zora is the one that was supposed to be Z06 engine plus twin turbos plus the electric motors

[@InvestBetter.]

@@EJleon96 I'm just stating what they SHOULD do. Doesn't mean they will do it, but 800 HP, and RWD only, is not the move....

[@G-Rated]

@@InvestBetter.it’s *gm* these people have the best traction management and fastest computers in the business, they have never relied on AWD to get the power down. I don’t see them starting to any time soon.

[@robertsharp6072]

Considering you are in the convertible with two people at well over 6,000 ft, 3.5 seconds is very fast. With just one person and at sea level 2.5 would be no problem.

[@jessasdad]

He was in the coupe for the drive test, not the convertible.

[@bryy2053]

This the best looking and most desirable vette in my mind. What a brilliant execution.

[@MichelleWatkins-x1l]

Can you please do a video on the cost to replace the battery and brakes etc.

[@MegaRetr]

Awesome video great Chevrolet Corvette

[@robd1859]

I love those crome wheels. And I love that they actually fit the car. The base model corvette has wheels and tires that are too small for the car.

[@sometotalofallthings]

Finally a hybrid that doesn't pretend to care about the environment. Using EV tech for what is best: added torque and smooth acceleration.

[@fzr1000981]

Finally got to see Chris (Topher) not just his hands

[@jamespitts4303]

Sitting. On. The future of. Automobiles

[@RDEnduro]

Happy to see good looking wheels and not black

[@Tig-Wan]

You were driving this with your passenger on 126 (pine valley road / deckers rd) through Pine Colorado. Pine Colorado is where my cabin is! So cool. That is one of the best driving roads if you keep going down to Colorado Springs.

[@SE-kf7pe]

This thing is absolutely gorgeous and is a great evolution of the Corvette brand for the future. Great review as always!

[@loualiberti4781]

Ok - this is an amazing display of technology. Well Done GM.

[@Bnhuskins]

Jesus that color 🔥

[@tj_struck]

Markups are going to be insaaaaaaaane lol

[@chadmark88]

That one is sure a lot different than the '67 I owned . .

[@caalcb7]

You can always count on Chevy to create affordable supercars for commoners and taking the fight to aristocratic world of exotic supercars.

[@lucasblanchard47]

Affordable? You’re high.

[@koko4620]

​@@lucasblanchard47in relative terms and without ridiculous markups, yeah it's significantly better value than virtually every single comparable sports car out there... Relatively is key word.

[@AmericanBusinessman422]

*Try to fight.

[@hailstorm1986]

"Commoners", who speaks like this?🤣🤣

[@lucasblanchard47]

@@koko4620 another keyword “markups”

[@bunk-bn9eo]

That color is amazing! I would opt for a blue interior. But, performance-wise - it's incredible.

[@miguelkennedy9520]

Redline Reviews makes the best videos ever :)

[@justwingingit1]

I agree with you on spending the extra 7k for the convertible! Unlike the hardtop,you don’t lose any trunk storage space when storing the targa top. I’m liking the E-Ray more so than the ZO6 because of the weather friendly AWD performance which is quicker than the ZO6. You can also add a Procharger or another performance upgrade to the V-8 if you wish to…which is basically what the future AWD Zora will be equipped with in the future. I know it’ll be a twin turbo ZO6 with an electric motor also but it’s also estimated to have a 200k starting price. The E-Ray seems to be the more user friendly cruiser with consistent every time performance wet or dry…

[@markspence3750]

345s in the rear is MONSTER!

[@oneslackr]

They're only 10mm wider than the rear tires on the C7 Z06 & C7 ZR1 (335/25/20).

[@G-Rated]

@@oneslackrthat’s wide as fck tho 😬

[@ThuTran-uo5ob]

Would you get this or NSX?

[@themagicalaries]

Great review. Chevy is making a Vette for everyone! As someone who is from and lives Louisville, KY metro and lives part time in CO, I don't get why they didn't host this event at the National Corvette Museum Motorsports Park in Bowling Green. It would be the perfect setup to test out the cars.

[@wbwayne8887]

The curb weight quoted was not for an E-Ray according to other reviews. 3900-4000+ lbs is what most are quoting. That said, I really hope you're right. 🙂

[@TheFlooringInspector82]

3856 per the Chevrolet website.

[@wbwayne8887]

@@TheFlooringInspector82 That's at least slightly better. 😂 Thanks for that info.

[@Luke-cb3ly]

4014Ibs

[@Theonestrongbusleader]

One day........... I get the new Corvette E-Ray.

[@ronaldhoage7245]

Great review. Realistic and practical as well as factual. As a older 2015 ZO6 owner the E-ray fits better for me. Having been on the list for the new ZO6 for 3 years and not willing to pay $50K over MSRP, I will opt for the E-ray. Hopefully we don't have to go through the same games as waiting for the ZO-6. General Motors and the dealers need to think of the customers first, rather than trying to rape their customers.

[@brianmcgauley2664]

The “heat extractor” you point to at the start of his video is not for any electric motor, but one of two AC condensers in front of engine coolant radiators. They have been part of C8s since 2019.

[@curtisallred7250]

I rode in my uncle's new Corvette when I was up in North Attleboro, MA back in August. His is gasoline. I went for a ride with him while my grandfather was taking a nap and we went 132 mph in that sucker. That thing would run. He also has a 2003 Z06 and an older Corvette.

[@oneslackr]

This E-Ray is also gasoline. It just also happens to have an electric motor up front driving the front wheels.

[@amigatommy7]

Love the exterior color.

[@MichaelinNeoh]

Loving that color. 👏

[@ITStechy]

The Borla S-Type for the C8 Stingrays makes a HUGE difference and still retains the valves if semi-stealth is your desire. Hopefully they have a version that works with the E-Ray!

[@belowme4927]

RED IS OVERPLAYED

[@khackett7]

This is a spec monster. That alone adds a ton of appeal. Yeah, the Z06 is bonkers, but this is so cool.

[@perfektg]

The E-Ray is a really nice super car! Great review also. By the way, you stated a 0-60 time of 2.5 seconds, as noted by Chevrolet, but the video caption that shows specs lists it as 3.5 seconds. Just wanted to let you know just in case you can correct it.

[@themagicalaries]

He's in Denver. Elevation (even with the electric motors) reduces power. He typically quotes the times he gets from the racebox in the specs list.

[@wbwayne8887]

He also stated in the specs 0-60mph in 3.5 @ 6000ft

[@TheFlooringInspector82]

This is also on an unprepared surface. At a track and closer to sea level you'll see closer to the 2.5 seconds

[@re14437]

He verbally mentions what the manufacturer quotes, but visually shows his best 0-60 time. His methodology is my very favorite as it shows a real world outcome with real world compromises. Other commenters have mentioned the mitigating factors that resulted in 3.5 seconds vs. 2.5 quote from Chevy.

[@perfektg]

​@@wbwayne8887Thank you for pointing out the "6,000 ft" portion in the written specs. Somehow I missed that 😒

[@khackett7]

That color is great.

[@TotallyURGrandpa]

Would love to see more collabs with TheTopher!

[@weirdshibainu]

Having sold Corvettes, It wasn't about older folks with a mid-life crisis, much of it had to do with the cost of Corvettes and the fact they were generally a second or third vehicle in someone's garage and reflective of where they were in family formation. I had buyers that were young, single or dinks-no kids. Once kids came along, they would either trade the Corvette in, or buy a second family vehicle. The "older folks" that bought Corvettes had raised a family, perhaps divorced and now could use a Corvette as a primary vehicle or as stated were comfortable enough to afford a second car for fun. Much of why today's buyers are younger is that simply that family formation has simply diminished, essentially trading having kids for consumerism. This is a nice car, quiet and appears comfortable enough for a road trip. Given the complexity, I'd lease, not buy.

[@oneslackr]

There are also many older or old Vette owners who bought their first Vette decades ago in their late teens or 20s & they never stopped buying them (many people like that on the Vette forums). It's just that now when someone sees them when they're older & in a Vette the person immediately thinks 'mid-life crisis' or that it's an old mans car. There was one member on the Corvette Forum, who passed away a few years ago, who had purchased 75 new Vettes in 55 years. He definitely held the record.

[@weirdshibainu]

@@oneslackr That is a record.

[@willelliott5052]

In my youth, that was a granny color. I like it!

[@apache6084]

I didn’t know it had rear ., seats.

[@CorvetteFun]

I can hardly wait for my ERay... in Status 3000's at BGA now!

[@Chanzenah]

Am I the only one that is wondering why this car resembles a serpent

[@brucebarnes1696]

Probably.

[@JDMHaze]

I’m all about logistics, and I feel bad for the mechanics who have to replace that motor someday…. I mean that had to be a nightmare of a job to do… However, I do like that the vehicle has 2 cargo compartments.. thats nice

[@sa34w]

I mean yes but if you know about supercar bills then this will be nothing.

[@weirdshibainu]

Yeah. It's a lease , not a buy, but I agree when he opened the "hood" I was thinking that an oil change must be 500 bucks.

[@JDMHaze]

@@weirdshibainu oil change is probably engine out 😂 i’m

[@ienjoyrice]

​@weirdshibainu my c8 cost 100 for an oil change.

[@JDMHaze]

@@ienjoyrice Really? That’s actually pretty impressive

[@Thebuscommunityleader]

One day. I'm buying 24' Chevy Corvette E-Ray.

[@TexasSteele67]

Gotta say great review-Great to see Chris as well - My Dealer recently contacted me with news of MSRP pricing so it may finally be time to start looking again-

[@noahh.8737]

i’m shocked people aren’t throwing a hissy fit that it’s a hybrid

[@EckoLife510]

This E-Ray would make me very happy.

[@ducknorris233]

Not sure the electric stuff is going fixable at a reasonable price I’m 10 years but I love that you get the wide body and AWD.

[@omelborpon3159]

The best thing about this car is that "you can fit a pair of golf clubs" in the trunk. Just drive the green and then putt. So a driver and a putter.

[@davidlepoidevin4239]

I have a z51 and yes it fits 2 full sets of clubs including golf bags. Also big frunk too!

[@wtfx5757]

Topher! Awesome. Good to see you in this one

[@valhalla8140]

C8 corvette looks like venom, love it😊

[@klasseact6663]

The car is made to attract a younger buyer. And it fits golf clubs in the trunk, makes total sense.😂😂😂

[@jackalclone1]

Surpringly, a lot of millenial-aged people that are successful in their career have been getting into golf. Particularly those in legal or tech. Kind of a cultural thing.

[@van123446]

the one to wait for is the zo6 engine with electric motor that will have an additional 100 hp. that car is supposed to surpass Ferrari's newer hybrids

[@oneslackr]

There isn't going to be a C8 Z06 with an electric motor. The next Z06 (i.e. C9) will probably be 100% EV.

[@van123446]

I actually like not having the constant sound of a gas motor,, even though i own a 992 GT3. So yes, give me a C9 with two or four electric motors producing 1000 hp with same instant torque, and i'm in. Synthesized sound is just in it's infancy,, for those who want to simply switch between the sound of Ferrari, Lambo, etc.. I'm sure it will come. Sound systems in cars can offer so much theses days,, like speakers inside the back cushion of the seat etc.. But call it whatever you want,, and I still think Chevrolet can't resist putting the flat plain in combination with a more powerful electric motor. I'd bet on it.

[@oneslackr]

@@van123446 : Time will tell I guess. As far as sound goes I'd rather have no sound than fake sound.

[@van123446]

I'd probably agree with you,, but we do listen to our stereos at home in lieu of going to concerts. I think one aspect that could propel the idea is the instantaneous syncronicity of pure instant torque coupled with the pure instant in sync roar of a say a straight piped V12 where the rpm of the electric motors matched the audio perfectly. Yes, you'd know it was fake, but with enough surround sound with the inside of car literally vibrating just as does a high spec Ferrari,, it just might be engaging. Have you ever played REALLY loud Jimmy Hendricks songs all the while pretending you're playing his guitar as him?

[@G-Rated]

@@van123446you’re absolutely correct. *gm* is already playing with sound in different ways. The Escalade’s upgraded AKG studio reference system heavily uses its 36 speakers for things like the navigation system and safety alert system. In the GMC Hummer, they use the vibrations from safety system and sound system to generate a dramatic affect as the truck prepares for WTF mode. I can definitely see them upping the antics for a next level E-Ray hybrid as well.

[@redcamaro9401]

What an interesting color. A throwback to 1st and 2nd gen vettes?

[@fe2nq]

I would take this over the ZR one. It looks grown up it’s not over done you could really enjoy it without getting arrested. And I prefer the details like the front facia.

[@zaidtareen3982]

Sweet car, sweeter review.

[@giurcas]

Wow, the EV option on a corvette is awesome, especially if you leave the house early in the morning and you don't want to wake up your family. You can start it up inside your garage without waking up anyone. Drive it a few houses down the road from your house and then start it in normal mode. That's a very cool option 😎 👍

[@JBsC6]

With the hybrid torque fill how’s the roll on performance compared to the z06? And stingray?

[@loualiberti4781]

This Car is Sick.

[@hiacegrandia9995]

This is a good competitor for the MG4 XPower.😁

[@seeingisbelieving879]

I like it with the black trims instead of paint match. Loses the contrast

[@erichter66]

Wow, the front reminds me of that little Saturn sportscar.

[@johndyson4109]

I am so glad they didn't put a big screen in the car!! Thank friggin GOD! IF IT WAS ME I'D EVEN GO SMALLER THAN THE 8" SCREEN! I'm also glad that there isn't a 360 top on the camera! Who really needs that, come on..

[@Shadarif1901]

I wasn’t ready to see the handsomeness of TheTopher

[@jimcabezola3051]

I really like that colour! It's not the usual shades-of-grey rubbish manufactures today throw on their offerings.

[@ezmarktc2696]

Much better hp!!!! came a long way from the base model

[@G-Force_70]

Great segment, thank you

[@pokor5791]

The cost is about $20k-$25k more than the Stingray given the same options. Basically add the Z51 package and $$$ for ceramic brakes on the price of a Stingray. Granted not everyone would want those.

[@SudeepC1973]

Compared to a 918 please. I know it’s expensive. This is going to be amazing. If it comes even half as close as a 918. Winner!

[@vagabond1776]

Always fun to see journalist collaborations.👍

[@carguy-xv2cl]

@21:40 Launching with oncoming traffic in such a fast car seems kinda risky lol.

[@Texas_Clay]

Those were GT2 seats in the first eray you looked at. Loved the review.

[@wi11ialvl]

I would love to own one of these, but I'm not wealthy enough...

[@MrFirerod1]

The V8 is only making 391hp at 7k elevation.... instead of 495. It will do >3 seconds at sea level

[@rockys7726]

Nice car but I feel sorry for the service techs. That looks like a maintenance nightmare. It would probably cost $1000 to change a spark plug.

[@TheFlooringInspector82]

I have a C8 stingray, same engine and they're not hard to work on even in this configuration.

[@rockys7726]

@@TheFlooringInspector82 Is it also buried under the roof mechanics? How many parts do you need to remove in order to get to the spark plugs?

[@yoyoma99]

The reason it's hard to believe it's already been five years, is because it's only been 4 years.😂

[@brianb7844]

He's right. It's been 5 model years.

[@G-Rated]

5 *model years,* genius. 2020 was the first model year.

[@chichibud31]

Impressive..

[@CanyonBlue737Capt]

The body color trim looks vastly better than the black trim. It's nice to see GM offering some non gold chain Boomer styling options.

[@RobertMayfair]

I love that color

[@nikosky4028]

Great video. Love that spec. Very beautiful.

[@ICECREAMAN1701]

The only hybrid I would ever buy.

[@commandertopgun]

AMAZING E-RAY CORVETTE- WOW