Although the automaticequipped 2015 corvette stingray promises to be faster than models equipped with the sevenspeed manual, some drivers prefer to row their own gears. Decades from now, our guess is that corvette fans will still be debating which is better a manual transmission or an automatic. Nov 24, 2014 into this batguano party steps the 2015 corvette z06. The 2015 chevrolet corvette z06 is absurdly fast and. The 2015 model is the first corvette z06 to offer a supercharged engine, an automatic transmission and, thanks to a stronger aluminum frame, a removable roof panel. My 2015 coupe is easy to drive under all conditions. Used 2015 chevrolet corvette for sale near you edmunds. Find the best used 2015 chevrolet corvette z06 near you. See automatic transmission on page 927 or manual transmission on page 931. A 7speed manual transmission is also available, offering an enhanced version of its automatic revmatching downshift feature for 2015. It also has an automatic transmission, gms new inhouse designed and. The automatic z06 crossed the quartermile mark in 11. For the 2015 corvette stingray, that breakdown was 25. Aug 20, 2014 chevrolet has officially revealed the new 8l90 eightspeed automatic transmission destined for duty in the 2015 corvette.
Aug 20, 2014 of course, this wasnt your usual 7speed manual stingray. From a historical perspective, the stingrays sixspeed, paddleshift automatic has been in development for at least three years. Of course, by then, new corvettes will likely only be offered as automatics. Chevy upgrades the automatic transmission in 2015 models with more. Having had extensive experience with both a 2015 corvette 8 speed auto and the 7 speed manual, which one do i prefer. Canadian corvette forums 2015 c7 3lt, zf1, m7, dsom, suntek, catch can, rockers. Passenger temperature important features that may or may controls. But there is one question that is constantly asked. Either way you choose is awesome as long as it is your educated choice. The most notable improvement available to the 2015 corvette was the introduction of an allnew eightspeed paddleshift automatic transmission. This section provides a brief overview about some of the 27. Come find a great deal on used 2015 chevrolet corvettes in your area today. The corvette c7 z06 is one of the finest sports cars to come out of bowling green.
Chevrolets corvette team has been putting automatic transmissions in. For the z06, the take rate on the 7speed manual was 51. Jan 24, 2014 2014 chevrolet corvette stingray manual vs. Automatic transmission trans action we take an indepth look at the new stingrays manual and automatic transmissions steve temple jan 24, 2014. Lets look at what corvette forum members have to say about the manual vs automatic comparison. Get the best deals on 2015 chevrolet corvette when you shop the largest online selection at. Corvette valet mode is like a russian dashcam for parking. Truecar has over 742,675 listings nationwide, updated daily. Chevrolet has officially revealed the new 8l90 eightspeed automatic transmission destined for duty in the 2015 corvette. Aug 21, 2014 the new gm 8l90 eightspeed automatic, which will also go to work in the 2015 fullsize trucks and suvs equipped with the 6. The 2015 corvette stingray is also more fuel efficient than the previous model, scoring 17 mpg city, 29 mpg highway, and 21 mpg combined with the sevenspeed manual transmission.
Find specifications for every 2015 chevrolet corvette. Z07 package106k msrp race proven motorsports built wow. The 2015 chevrolet corvette stingray offers an eightspeed automatic, but how has the transmission changed the way it drives. Chevrolet 2015 corvette owners manual pdf download. Of course, this wasnt your usual 7speed manual stingray.
As such, the 2015 corvette featured a number of notable improvements over its inaugural model year. We have 42 2015 chevrolet corvette z06 vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 16 1owner cars, and 39 personal use cars. Nov 04, 2014 no sports car should have chrome wheels. It also makes the corvette stingray one of the few sports cars to offer the choice of a conventional manual transmission or an eightspeed. As recently discussed in length, the manualtransmission z06 that. Apr 27, 2015 having had extensive experience with both a 2015 corvette 8 speed auto and the 7 speed manual, which one do i prefer. The chevrolet corvette has been an iconic nameplate in the sports car world since its introduction back in 1953. Ive owned 5 corvettes, 3 have been automatics, and the last 2 manual transmission cars. The new gm 8l90 eightspeed automatic, which will also go to work in the 2015 fullsize trucks and suvs equipped with the 6. Jan 31, 2019 the corvette c7 z06 is one of the finest sports cars to come out of bowling green. The allnew, paddleshift eightspeed automatic transmission makes the 2015 corvette stingray faster and more fuel efficient, with.
I owned both, so ill let you know my thoughts in this video. Into this batguano party steps the 2015 corvette z06. The 2015 chevrolet corvette stingray with an eightspeed automatic transmission is faster than the manual, but is it mean enough. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. No, for 2015, the stingray gets an allnew, gmdesigned and built 8speed automatic that it. I would hope the dealership that had you consider an automatic over a manual did so because you were actually balancing the choice on a scale. This changed for 2016 with the invention of a housebuilt eightspeed automatic chevrolet insists is strong enough, fast enough, and smart enough to earn a spot between the z06s rear axles.
Sep 18, 2016 thanks friends for all for the valuable feedback. The 2015 chevrolet corvette stingray introduces several upgrades. The 2015 chevrolet corvette z06 is absurdly fast and absurdly. Chevrolets corvette team has been putting automatic transmissions in their cars for decades, but never in the hardcore z06 model. Used chevrolet corvette with manual transmission for sale. The 2015 chevrolet corvette stingray convertible you see here does. I finalized and decided to buy 2016 z51 2lt, mylink with navigation, magnetic selective ride, carbon fibre interior trim, hood insert exposed carbon fibre weave, carbon flash badge package, long beach red color, upgraded carbon aluminum wheels.
It is the same gearbox that will be an option in the upcoming 2015 corvette z06, the first time that model has even had an automatic. Used 2015 chevrolet corvette for sale with photos cargurus. View and download chevrolet 2015 corvette owners manual online. While the 2015 chevrolet corvette stingray 2lt convertible is limited to the eightspeed automatic, it still is a darn good transmission. The early handbuilt corvettes powered by inline sixcylinders gave way to larger. This product is made of highquality materials to serve you for years to come. The eight speed automatic corvette stingray does not suck. First and foremost is the z06 model, available in coupe and convertible, which offers 650 horsepower plus other enhancements. In other words, theyre not even in the same ballpark. View detailed specs, features and options for the 2015 chevrolet corvette 2dr stingray cpe w1lt at u. Final 2015 corvette production statistics corvette.
Should you buy the 8speed automatic or the 7speed manual. Search new and used cars, research vehicle models, and compare cars, all online at. Nov 17, 2014 while the 2015 chevrolet corvette stingray 2lt convertible is limited to the eightspeed automatic, it still is a darn good transmission. Universal manualautomatic skull style chrome shift knob with red eyes by mr. This changed for 2016 with the invention of a housebuilt eight. View and download chevrolet corvette 2015 owners manual online. With its improved automatic transmission and reinvented, ridiculously fast z06 variant, the 2015 chevrolet corvette bolsters its credentials as the worlds best performancecar bargain. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. Folks always like to know what the breakdown is with the 7speed manual transmission vs the new 8speed automatic.
Find the engine specs, mpg, transmission, wheels, weight, performance and more for the 2015 chevrolet corvette coupe 2d z51 3lt v8. The 2015 corvette featured an option 8l90 eightspeed automatic transmission. Used chevrolet corvette with manual transmission for sale on. Its about as different from the 53 corvettes powerglide twospeed slushbox as the new 450hp lt1 is from the 150hp blue flame six. Chevrolet corvette 2015 owners manual pdf download. It also has an automatic transmission, gms new inhouse designed and built eight. Sixty years later the corvette continues to offer a choice between an automatic or manual transmission with the manual as standard equipment. While were firm believers that manual transmissions still provide a. Automatic transmission trans action we take an indepth look at the new stingrays manual and automatic transmissions steve temple jan.
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