2015 Chevrolet Corvette

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2015 models.

Chevrolet Corvette
Pictured: 2021 Chevrolet Corvette C8. Photo: Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Two Seaters
Body styles
Convertible Stingray/Z51, Convertible Z06, Coupe Stingray/Z51, Coupe Z06
Engines
6.2L 8-cyl
Transmission
automatic, manual
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline
MPG (best)
21 combined · 17 city / 29 hwy
Length
176.8 in
Curb weight
3,300–3,580 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
5 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.

Watch out for

  • Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
  • 5 recallsMore than similar models (about 0). Confirm repairs with the VIN.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2015 Chevrolet Corvette is a two seaters offered with a 6.2L 8-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive.

It measures about 177 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 107-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,362 lb (Convertible Stingray/Z51).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 21 MPG combined (17 city / 29 highway), 1% better than the 2015 two seaters average of 20.8 MPG, for an estimated $3,900 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 5 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 64 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the power train.

What changed for 2015

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2014 Corvette — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2014; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2014 Corvette →

Trims, performance & features

Engine–6.2L 8-cyl
Transmissionautomatic · manual

Trims

Stingray 2LTStingray 3LZ w/Z06Stingray 3LT w/Z51Stingray 2LT w/Z51

Built in: Bowling Green, Kentucky

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2015 Corvette configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
Convertible Stingray/Z51176.8 in74 in48.8 in106.7 in63 / 61.8 in3,362 lb49/51
Convertible Z06176.8 in77.2 in48.8 in106.7 in63 / 61.8 in3,580 lb50/50
Coupe Stingray/Z51176.8 in74 in48.8 in106.7 in63 / 61.8 in3,300 lb49/51
Coupe Z06176.8 in77.2 in48.8 in106.7 in63 / 61.8 in3,525 lb50/50

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Corvette6.2L 8-cylManual 7-spdRear-Wheel Drive17 / 28 / 21+1%$3,900426
Corvette6.2L 8-cylAutomatic (S8)Rear-Wheel Drive16 / 29 / 20-4%$4,100443
Corvette6.2L 8-cylManual 7-spdRear-Wheel Drive15 / 22 / 18-13%$4,550503
Corvette6.2L 8-cylAutomatic (S8)Rear-Wheel Drive13 / 21 / 16-23%$5,150551
5/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
5/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $7,500Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
20.8 MPG2015 Two Seaters average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2015 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette.

Similar 2015 two seaterss

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2015 Chevrolet Corvette (this car)21 MPGNot rated5
2015 Dodge Viper15 MPGNot rated1
2015 Nissan 370z21 MPGNot rated0

Recalls (5)

Air Bags › Frontal · Jul 10, 2017

NHTSA campaign 17V437000 · 40,683 vehicles

Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse and Chevrolet Spark EV, Caprice PPV and SS vehicles, 2014-2017 Buick Encore and Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, 2015-2016 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Trax, Suburban and Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Yukon and Yukon XL vehicles, and 2015-2017 GMC Sierra HD 2500 and 3500 vehicles. While being previously remedied for recall 16V-651, the affected vehicles may not have received the complete software update necessary to remedy the recall condition. Without the update, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.
Risk
A failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessitating deployment increases the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.
Fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 17287.
Seat Belts › Pretensioner · Sep 8, 2016

NHTSA campaign 16V651000 · 3,640,162 vehicles

Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles and 2014-2017 Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500, Trax, Caprice Police Pursuit Vehicle, GMC Sierra 1500, Buick Encore, and 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse, Chevrolet Spark EV and SS vehicles. In the affected vehicles, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.
Risk
A failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessitating deployment increases the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.
Fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 16007.
Suspension · Jan 26, 2015

NHTSA campaign 15V031000 · 43 vehicles

Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles manufactured September 26, 2014, to October 2, 2014. In the affected vehicles the toe link outer ball joint on the rear suspension may not have been properly tightened during the assembly process. The Toe link may loosen with the vehicle use and eventually separate.
Risk
A toe link separation can result in a reduction in vehicle stability and steering control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any damaged parts, free of charge. The recall began February 23, 2015. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet). GM's number for this recall is 14857.
Air Bags · Sep 19, 2014

NHTSA campaign 14V570000 · 89 vehicles

Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles manufactured August 20, 2014, to August 27, 2014. In the event of a driver frontal air bag deployment, the driver air bag module back plate may fracture, allowing the driver air bag to separate from the steering wheel.
Risk
An air bag that separates from the steering wheel may increase the risk of injury to the driver in the event of a crash.
Fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver side air bag, free of charge. The recall began on October 29, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14594.
Parking Brake · Sep 17, 2014

NHTSA campaign 14V568000 · 783 vehicles

Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles manufactured August 20, 2014, to September 4, 2014. In the affected vehicles, only one of the rear parking brake cables may be fully seated and engaged, resulting in the parking brake only operating on one of the rear park brake drums. Without the parking brake working on both rear wheels, the vehicle may roll away if parked on a steep gradient. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk
If the parking brake cable isn't fully seated and engaged on both of the rear park brake drums, the vehicle may roll away if parked on a steep gradient, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the park brake cable installation, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 31, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14620.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2015 Chevrolet Corvette is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

64Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
3Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
3Injuries reported
12,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Power Train18
Wheels12
Engine7
Fuel/Propulsion System7
Visibility/Wiper5
Unknown Or Other4
Air Bags4
Seat Belts3
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
21/01: 221/02: 121/03: 121/04: 121/05: 121/06: 121/10: 121/11: 122/01: 122/03: 122/06: 122/07: 122/08: 122/09: 122/11: 123/03: 123/06: 123/07: 123/08: 123/09: 224/11: 125/04: 225/08: 226/09: 121/0121/0421/1022/0322/0823/0323/0825/04max 2

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2015 Chevrolet Corvette buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 5 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Power Train — 18 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
  3. Wheels — 12 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
  4. Engine — 7 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 12,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Corvette years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2027 Corvette18–Not rated01
2026 Corvette19184.3 inNot rated33
2025 Corvette19184.3 inNot rated311
2024 Corvette19184.3 inNot rated221
2023 Corvette19182.3 inNot rated127
2022 Corvette19182.3 inNot rated121
2021 Corvette19182.3 inNot rated213
2020 Corvette19182.3 inNot rated434
2019 Corvette19176.8 inNot rated1148
2018 Corvette19176.8 inNot rated151
2017 Corvette19176.8 inNot rated4257
2016 Corvette21176.8 inNot rated2104

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Chevrolet. How we calculate this →