50 Years of the Chevrolet Corvette

2015

In 2015, Chevrolet made several upgrades to the Corvette. For one, all models came equipped with the 8L90 eight-speed automatic transmission. Also new were two new design packages: The Pacific Design Package and The Atlantic Design Package. Chevy offered the Pacific package with Z51-equipped coupes with at least a 2LT or 3LT trim levels. The Atlantic package, on the other hand, was provided with a Z51-equipped Stingray convertible. However, the most significant addition was the return of the Z06, which came with a supercharged and intercooled LT4 V8 engine that generated a whopping 650 hp. It now had removable carbon-fiber roof panels, carbon fiber hood, front fender vent, larger rear-fascia openings, Brembo brakes, etc. A Z07 package was offered, too, with a Michelin Pilot Sports Cup 2 P285/30ZR19 front and 335/25ZR20 rear tires.