Ep 195. 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1: With Awesome Power Comes Awesome Expectations

In this episode of Ignition, the professionals at Motor Trend take the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 for a spin. The Corvette ZR1 is one of the most powerful sports cars on the market today, with a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine that produces an astonishing 755 horsepower and 715 lb-ft of torque. With that kind of power comes some seriously high expectations, and the Motor Trend team puts the Corvette ZR1 through its paces to see if it can deliver.

First up is a test of the Corvette ZR1's straight-line speed. The car is able to sprint from zero to sixty miles per hour in just under three seconds, making it one of the quickest cars in the world. The team also tests the Corvette ZR1's braking ability, which is equally impressive. With massive carbon-ceramic brakes all around, the car is able to come to a stop from sixty miles per hour in just 94 feet. That's better than some supercars that cost twice as much as the Corvette ZR1.

Next, the team takes the Corvette ZR1 out on the track to test its handling and overall performance. The car features a range of aerodynamic upgrades, including a massive rear wing and a front splitter that generate up to 950 pounds of downforce at high speeds. These upgrades help keep the Corvette ZR1 planted to the road, even during aggressive driving maneuvers. The team finds that the car is incredibly balanced and composed, with quick and precise steering and plenty of grip from the massive Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires.

Despite all of its impressive performance numbers, the team also takes a closer look at the Corvette ZR1's interior and overall design. They find that the car is surprisingly comfortable and livable, with plenty of space for taller drivers and a range of modern amenities like a touchscreen infotainment system and a heads-up display. The team also takes a closer look at the car's exterior design, which features a range of unique styling touches and a sleek and aggressive profile that's sure to turn heads.

Overall, the team is incredibly impressed with the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1. It's a car that's able to deliver on its promise of incredible power and performance, while still offering a high level of comfort and convenience. The Motor Trend professionals put the Corvette ZR1 through its paces and found it to be one of the most capable and exciting sports cars on the market today. Corvette enthusiasts and performance car fans alike won't want to miss this episode of Ignition.