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| Engine | 6.2L 8-Cylinder |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel Type | Premium |
| City / Hwy MPG | 15 / 25 MPG |
| Combined MPG | 18 MPG |
| Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $4,550 |
| CO₂ Emissions | 490 g/mi |
| Seating Capacity | 2 passengers |
| Body Style | Sports |
| Base Price | $56,900–$83,000 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2019 Chevrolet Corvette is a sports that earns a Carivo score of 8.1/10 — rated Recommended. Its strongest dimension is Performance at 9.2/10, while Value at 6.8/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. The reliability picture is solid rather than spectacular: 7.5/10, which puts it comfortably above the class median. Safety lands at 7.2/10 — solid, though some rivals offer more advanced driver-assist features as standard. Confirm official results for your trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Few rivals match it for performance: 9.2/10. Expect handling and power delivery that make this one of the more entertaining sportss to actually drive. On technology it rates 8.1/10: a modern, well-integrated suite that compares favorably with anything at this price point.
Priced from $56,900–$83,000, 21 MPG, seating 2, the Chevrolet Corvette sits in the premium tier of the sports category. The value score of 6.8/10 is a red flag — comparable alternatives offer meaningfully more for the same outlay. Shop the segment before deciding. At 7 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Verdict: Nothing about the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette will scare a sensible buyer off. Keep an eye on value if those matter to you; otherwise it does what a good sports should — quietly and competently.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ranks #41 of 316 sportss in the Carivo database — better than 87% of the segment. Its 8.1/10 overall score is 0.4 points above the segment average of 7.7/10. Its $56,900 starting price is about 23% above the segment's median of $46,090.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Sports ranking →
Across the Corvette model years we've scored, the 2019 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
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| 2026 | 8.3/10 | $112,445 | Read review → |
| 2025 | 8.3/10 | $112,445 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 8.3/10 | $109,445 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 8.2/10 | $106,695 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 8.2/10 | $91,845 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 8.1/10 | $87,995 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 8.0/10 | $84,445 | Read review → |
| 2019 (this review) | 8.1/10 | $56,900 | |
| 2018 | 8.1/10 | $56,000 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 8.0/10 | $55,400 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 8.0/10 | $54,400 | Read review → |
| 2015 | 7.9/10 | $52,100 | Read review → |
The following recall campaign has been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Air bags / air bag/restraint control module 31/05/2018 · 18V360000 | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 vehicles. Hard braking or acceleration may cause the sensing diagnostic module (SDM) to enter a fault state. As a result, the SDM will not provide crash sensing or deploy the… |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
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