With an impressive 10/10 rating from Car and Driver, the 2018 Corvette does not disappoint. Equipped with its famously powerful 6.2-liter 455-horsepower V8 engine and the enhanced grip of Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires, even the base Stingray is a force to be reckoned with.

Upgrade options on the 2018 model range from the aerodynamic

Grand Sport

to the lightning-powered

Z06

with its mind-blowing 650-horsepower engine—making it an easy sports car to customize to your driving needs.

Just as surgical in its handling as ever before, the 2018 ‘Vette also offers roomier cargo space than other luxury sports cars with the extra benefit of costing much less than its German, Japanese, and Italian competitors.

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Ownership costs for a 2018 Corvette

Your total cost of ownership for a 2018 Corvette will depend on the trim level you decide on. Both the standard coupe and convertible builds can be designed as either a base

Stingray

Stingray Z51

, or Grand Sport, with the additional option to go for the racetrack-ready Z06.

The Stingray, Z51, and Grand Sport each come with 1LT, 2LT, and 3LT sub-trims, while the Z06 comes in 1LZ, 2LZ, and 3LZ.

Your initial purchase price will vary significantly depending on the trim and sub-trim combination. However, according to Kelley Blue Book estimates, you can generally expect the following price ranges:

Base Stingray Coupe—$51,348 to $56,656

Stingray Z51 Coupe—$55,831 to $62,058

Grand Sport Coupe—$62,279 to $69,226

Z06 Coupe—$70,987 to $78,558

The true cost of ownership for a 2018 Corvette, however, must take into consideration ongoing expenses like insurance, maintenance, and taxes. After compiling data with these factors in mind, Edmunds predicts the true five-year total cost of ownership for a 2018 Corvette to range from $80,237 for the base Stingray Coupe and $94,410 for the Z06 3LZ Coupe.

Here’s a look at how some of these factors calculated into the true total five-year cost of ownership for a 2018 base Stingray Coupe driving around 15,000 miles per year:

Cost	First-year estimate	Five-year total
Insurance	$1,817	$9,647
Maintenance	$3,082	$9,647
Taxes and fees	$5,145	$6,515
Repairs	$815	$5,677
Fuel costs	$3,661	$19,436
Financing	$1,517	$4,322
Depreciation	$8,236	$23,634

Key Takeaway Your total cost of ownership for the 2018 Corvette will depend on which trim level you choose but the five-year total cost estimate is between $80,237 and $94,410.

Where to buy a 2018 Corvette

If you’re looking for a 2018 ‘Vette to call your own, your best bet is to search listings on sites like Kelley Blue Book or Craigslist. You can also look into the inventory at your local Chevrolet dealerships or scope out potential listings from fellow enthusiasts on

Corvette forums

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What does the 2018 Corvette bring to the table?

As the 65th anniversary Corvette, the 2018 model introduced a Special Edition Carbon 65 Stingray with carbon-fiber spoilers, carbon flash badges and side mirrors, and Carbon 65 Edition plates. But the standard Stingray, Z51, Grand Sport, and Z06 came with their own special perks, as well. New features included:

Bigger standard front and rear wheels—at 19 inches and 20 inches respectively

An improved rear-view camera

Five new wheel designs—including Torque and Motorsports

Magnetic Ride Control as a standalone option—rather than a bundled part of the Z51 package

Ceramic Matrix Gray as an exterior color option

Though it would ultimately be beaten by its 2019 successor, the 2018 Z06—with its 650-horsepower LT4 supercharged V8 engine—was the most powerful production Corvette in Chevrolet history.

Strengths and weaknesses of the 2018 Corvette

If you’re itching to get behind the wheel of your own 2018 Corvette, here are a few of its standout features—both the good and the bad.

The good: performance value

For the amount of thrill you get with even the base 455-horsepower V8 engine, the 2018 Corvette comes at a much lower price tag than its comparable Italian, German, and Japanese competitors.

Take the 2018 Maserati GranTurismo MC, for example. Though the 2018 Corvette Z06 has a more powerful engine and better fuel efficiency, there is about a $61,790 difference in cost. This makes the 2018 ‘Vette one of the most cost-effective luxury sports cars out there, especially considering the value in its powertrain performance.

The good: superpowered acceleration and braking

The Grand Sport trim can hit 0-60 mph in 3.6 seconds and come to a stop from 60 mph in just 95 feet.

With the most powerful Z07 Performance Package equipped for the Z06, you can get up to 60 mph from nothing in a lightning 2.95 seconds and come to a complete stop in 99.6 feet. With this sort of acceleration and braking power, the 2018 ‘Vette is truly a force of nature.

The good: ride comfort

With the option to equip Magnetic Ride Control or Performance Traction Management to smooth out the driving experience, the 2018 Corvette can offer a very comfortable ride.

Upgrading to just the 2LT package includes heated and ventilated 8-way memory seats, and with standard Mulan leather seating surfaces as a base package, you’re in for a treat as a driver or passenger.

The bad: limited interior space

Though the seats may be comfortable in the 2018 Corvette, a common criticism is that there are only two of them.

While the Porsche 911 and Nissan GT-R offer a back seat in their luxury sports vehicles, the 2018 ‘Vette falls short here.

The bad: small-item storage

The 2018 Corvette has limited cup holders—and small ones at that.

Also lacking are large enough door pockets for water bottles and a center bin with enough depth to fit a phone or wallet.

The bad: lack of blind-spot monitoring

The high deck and small rear window on the 2018 model make for some big blind spots in terms of rear visibility.

Unfortunately, while the rear and parking cameras help to mitigate some of the vision difficulties, there is no blind-spot monitoring or rear cross-traffic alert technology to give the driver a little extra assistance.

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The bottom line—which 2018 Corvette to buy

For handling and performance upgrades that don’t come with the price hike of the Z06, the 460-horsepower Grand Sport is an extremely capable vehicle. You also can’t really go wrong with the base Stingray—upgrade options include sport suspension and a dual-mode performance exhaust that increases output to 460 horsepower, as well.

If you’re willing to spend the extra money for an absolute beast of a vehicle, though, the Z06 and its supercharged 650-horsepower engine is an excellent option. Sub-trim levels will only add more features like a 10-speaker Bose radio and upgraded navigation. Whether or not you should purchase them will depend on your budget.

How to save money on car insurance for the 2018 Corvette

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