2021 Chevrolet Corvette

Chevrolet sells a wide range of sedans, coupes, compact SUVs, large SUVs, EVs, and pickup trucks. Most models have roomy interiors and come with standard safety and convenience technology. Several models, however, have poor visibility and lack steering agility. Many Chevrolets rank average or below average for reliability in CR’s rankings. The brand stands out for selling historically significant and category-defining vehicles. The Suburban and Tahoe can keep three rows of passengers comfortable within their enormous cabins. The Silverado pickup truck competes with the best-selling Ford F-150 and Ram 1500 by balancing interior comfort with towing and cargo capability. In the past and today, the Camaro and Corvette are performance car bargains. The rear/mid-engined “C8” Corvette can be as thrilling as much more expensive European supercars. With some exceptions, used Chevrolets can have reliability issues, but are often less expensive to maintain and repair than competitors.

Starting with the 2020 model, the iconic Corvette is now a mid-engine design, the same setup used for exotic supercars from Ferrari and Lamborghini. Under the rear glass hatch resides a 6.2-liter V8 producing a hearty 495 hp, coupled to a rapid-shifting eight-speed dual-clutch automatic. Not only is the soundtrack glorious, but we clocked the 'Vette at 3.4 seconds from 0 to 60 mph. Handling agility is superlative with immediate turn-in response, almost zero body roll, and a constant ear-to-ear grin on the driver. Yet, the ride isn't punishing, thanks in part to our test car's optional adaptive suspension. Rear and side visibility, as well as cabin access, are severely hampered, however. The front trunk is small but the rear section can accommodate the removable targa top. For the 2024 model year, forward collision warning (FCW) and automatic emergency braking (AEB) with pedestrian detection, lane keeping assistance and lane departure warning became standard. Also introduced was the first-ever hybrid Corvette, the E-ray, which uses an electric motor on the front axle to boost the car's total power output to 655 hp. If that's still not enough, performance enthusiasts can step up to the 670 hp Z06, or the ZR1--essentially a street legal race car with over 1,000 hp.