The Corvette C8 puts the V8 behind the seats, giving America’s sports-car icon a dramatic mid-engine stance. This red convertible adds open-air freedom to the low cockpit and quick paddle-shift transmission, bringing a sense of occasion to every drive.

The appeal is the combination of V8 character, exotic proportions and a modern driver-focused cabin. Rent it for a scenic weekend, a special celebration or the chance to experience the Corvette’s mid-engine generation firsthand.

Vehicle Specifications

ENGINE: 6.2-liter naturally aspirated LT2 V8
TRANSMISSION: 8-speed dual-clutch automatic with paddle shifters
HORSEPOWER: 490 hp standard; 495 hp with factory performance exhaust / Z51
TORQUE: 465 lb-ft standard; 470 lb-ft with factory performance exhaust / Z51
0–60 MPH: 3.3 seconds in MotorTrend’s 2020 base coupe test; 2.9 seconds with Z51 (factory reference; equipment-dependent)
TOP SPEED: 194 mph (factory non-Z51 Stingray reference; rental equipment and aerodynamic changes can affect this figure)
DRIVETRAIN: Rear-wheel drive
SEATING: 2

Factory and tested references: Chevrolet Corvette C8 Stingray, including the 2020 base coupe test and factory Z51 figures. The rental’s exhaust and Z51 package have not been confirmed. Confirm the rental vehicle’s year, trim and equipment when reserving; performance figures describe the reference model and can vary with conditions.