We have to admit at some point that the C8 series is beyond awesome.

What kind of question is that E way or Z06 of course all day Z06 the best V8 and that sound. The engine is an engineering masterpiece

E-Ray is nice, but the Z06 and the sweet LT6 engine is still on top IMO.

Many people are either on a list for the Z06 that is many years long, or they never had the opportunity to get on a list. If GM can produce this car this year like they stated, then the E Ray will be a good option for those people. The Z06 is going to continue to struggle with CF parts supply for who knows how long. I'm number 5 on the list and have been for nearly 3 years, even when my turn comes up I probably won't be able to order the car with the Z07 package due to supply issues. It would be nice if you could do a review on how the Z07 pack drives on the street in regards to ride comfort and harshness.

Great comparison, E-ray more of a daily driver and Z06 weekend fun car. I’d love to have both and compare the two against each other.

agree 100%. The E-Ray is amazing, and a great addition to the Corvette lineup. But the Z06 is the best corvette ever made, the dedication they put into producing the LT6 is phenomenal. will go down in history as a legendary corvette

One thing about the E-ray that has my attention is the ability to cam it and give it some chop-chop. Should be enough gains there to give the Z06 something to chew on. What remains to be seen is how reliable the battery pack is and how much it's gonna cost to replace it. Perhaps after-market options will be available at that time. I'm leaning E-Ray. It's more practical and bumping the power up on the LT-2 is an easy tried and true option. Hell yeah, GM!

20 years from now, the E-ray will be valued very low due to the battery and improvements made since then. Z06 will last forever. I expect they’ll never drop below $120k unless they make a bunch of them in future models

It’s so cool that GM has pushed the c8 platform to supercar levels. This is a really cool time in automotive history.

You can’t go wrong with either, but long term, the Z06, especially a 23 with the Z07 package, will be highly sought after for years.

With how close the performance and price are with the two models it basically comes down to do you want more comfort, economy and instant torque or do you want that 8500 rpm and exotic car sound.

Hey Eddie I would wait. I would make sure they have all the bugs out of the car first and see what else may go wrong with E-Ray. First year of any new version of a model is a big NO in terms of purchasing. You never know what they got wrong with that vehicle being a completely new redesign, and a hybrid. So I would wait.

No, you shouldn't. I think they are different vehicles for different vehicle enthusiasts. It's hard to say one is truly 'better' than the other because they fall into two separate categories. One is more like a Dodge Viper, the other more like an Aston Martin or a similar "luxury performance" brand. Both pretty damn amazing. But man I love the way that E-Ray sounds...

E-ray engine same as a Silverado. You got the better car. No disrespect to Tahoe engine which I die for. But you got the bespoke engine. Like the ZR-1 engine for C4s.

Z06, that’s why I’m keeping my 20 GT500. We will be looking at EVs in the future like how we are looking back on the plasma TVs

Awesome video, Eddie. I’m in the market for a new Corvette and am on the Z06 list at a local dealership. The E-Ray got me way more excited than I expected and this video really helped me with a lot of questions I had between the two models. I still have some thinking to do, but I feel much more equipped with this info. Thanks man!

I love that they are finally starting to dip their toes into it but it seems so short. Hate to have to replace a 1.9kw battery for who knows $7-8k at the least, when you could replace a whole 100kw plaid battery for $15k

Great perspective and you came to the right conclusion. It's great that the C8 has options for some many use cases. If I lived in a different clime, had ready access to a track...Z06 all the way. But I don't and the e-Ray is perfect for where I'm going. And frankly, I'm really looking forward to seeing what they do with the all electric model...exciting time to be a car nut.

No script, just speaking from pure knowledge and experience. Impressive!

I think I’ll wait for the Z. I’ve been on the list for two years 🤞

I cancelled my Z06 to get the Eray. Went from 6yr wait to being #2 on the list.

thats a hard one but after some days to think on it, i am choosing to remain on the list at MM for the z06.

Z06…. no question

Yes, definitely ERay, with same track performance hotlap as Z06 but with a lot more user-friendly everyday purposes. AWD, Snow, better traction, instant tq & power from electric motor, better fuel economy, better display, cost less, etc! Also higher performance easy upgrade electric motors for even More performance, soon to follow. ERay all the way, beats it hands down, especially for everyday use. Win-win

I'm a 20/80 guy. 80% performance for 20% cost. I know it doesn't quite make the ratio - but that's why my money is on the base C8 StingRay..... Good enough is sometimes sufficient.....

The ZR1 is going to be a Z06 with a Electric Motor and AWD. With the C8R Type Body Work. About 830hp or 870hp. (670 +160hp or 200hp Electric)

Thanks for sharing your experiences! I'm not a track guy, and I would prefer the softer edge car...

ERay is definitely cool but it ain't no C8 Z06. Flat plane crank V8 for life, baby.

Your car’s exterior is BEAUTIFUL and GORGEOUS 😍 ❤️😻 Such a tasteful interior too.

Glad you want to keep your Z06. Yeah, The new soft close fronk is so cool. I won't rule out we can't retro fit the 2024 latch to our cars. After all I installed a Raptor Transfer case, CF shifter and console and paddle shift steering wheel in my Whipple Regular Cab F150.

You've got the most badass 'Vette ever made...no way in hell I'd downgrade from a Z06 to a hybrid 'Vette.

Good for you, you love your Z and you're sticking with it. I love my Stingray but I texted my salesperson and asked him to put me on the list for the ERay but until then I will enjoy my Stingray.

Z06 it is

I have been on the list for a Z06 since Sep 2020, with my primary interest is getting back to driving at Road Atlanta. Although the E-Ray is impressive, the Z06 will be the better car for the track. Plus I am one of those center exhaust Corvette guys. I do not like the outside quad exhaust of the Stingray and feel the same about the E-Ray.

Z06/Z07 will always be more special and valuable- it’s a NA screamer - just like the 458!

Rumor is that the ZR1 will be the Z06 with the E-Ray front axle........830hp......oh Lord, please make it so......

very easy to answer, if you want a amazing straight forward acceleration, a relatively modern hybrid engine and a good mpg with a supersports car? you must go for the E- Ray, but if you want a screaming V8 engine and a amazing track car? you must go for the ZO6. What do you want?

The amount of “purists” I’ve seen online freaking out thinking the ERay is either an EV or a plug-in hybrid. You’d think Chevy didn’t still sell NA C8’s. I like the ERay, hope it sells well, but I’d take the Z06.

I am in the eRay camp. Why? I will accelerate faster than almost anyone, including ZO6 drivers, but I will rarely hit 150 mph and get smoked by a ZO6. Also, the tech in the eRay is awesome. The stealth mode will come in handy and 4 wheel drive is another superior element of an everyday driver in NJ/NYC

Yes - trade it if you aren’t going to regularly track it. faster all around in real world driving, will be more reliable with the LT2, will get more views for the channel, Unless you’re a 65yr old car collector, trade it up

Great video with tons of info. Living in Florida where we get lots of heavy rain, the E Ray is going to be the Baum! I’ve already got my license plate on order, always the optimist… C8 ERAY1 will be on my High Country Traverse, ready to be transferred when the E RAY arrives! How’s that for thinking ahead. 😎

How long dl you think that Flat plane crank engine can last ??? I bet the regular C8 LT 1 and Eray LT2 engines last longer than FPC of Z06. So for collectors who like to keep their cars long beyond 20 years the FPC might not be a good choice

Eddie, Thank you! I'm keeping my reservation for my Z06 3LZ Red Mist (none Z07). Long waiting list 2363/2446. Again, Thanks.

Don't do it. GM made a mistake in making the E-Ray the same price as the Z06. It should have been in-between the Stingray and the Z06. The E-Ray will depreciate more. The sound of the Z06 is intoxicating!

Dont feel bad praising the Prius. Once, my wife got mad at me just because I recommended the Prius for her and got upset whole day. I don’t know what I have done wrong ! It’s beautiful and practical car, even though I own Exotic sport cars. 🤷🏻‍♂️

Z06 all the way

Are you back in Midwest when you filmed this or still out west?

The e ray looks awesome. But the engine in the z06 is something very special and about to be very rare as EV takes over. Z06 will be valuable in the future.

People are hyper focused on 0-60 now so it's not surprising that people will think the e ray is a better option than the Z06. I would pass on the e ray personally but acknowledge they are going to sell a ton of them due to the cheap price (compared to the Z06) and the relative performance.

E ray will be very interesting, if GM has done it's homework and the Hybrid system is reliable the sky is the limit.

E-Ray if you want an all weather daily driver that's a street rocket. Z06 if you want a dedicated track monster that can also be driven on the street.

Great overview, I too would keep the zo6. It’s the engine that makes the difference for me. You going to Barrett Jackson, it’s the best time for us car peeps.

Funny how man laughs every time after pushing it lol

I get the Z06 and the wife gets the E-ray. Then we switch!

Would love to see a 60-130 race between the two😏

Are they high? Z06 ftw

I think this hybrids electric portion should resemble the power and top speed of the gas engine. 160 ehp goes so fast with a heavy car giving it has a starting gear

Chevy should have planted the 5.5L 670hp FlatPlane Crank in the E-Ray for a combined output of 830hp...

The price point is the same so its a no brainer. You buy a Z06. Because then you know you're getting the best handling vehicle. What does the Eray do that justifies that price point. Corvette is a sports car. So handling braking speed. The Z06 has that in spades. And ok 0-60 the Eray beats the Z06 but at that same price point there is just far more driving experience situations that really make it no comparison. Z06 period!

E ray is faster. They are already calling it the fastest Corvette yet. I really like the idea of the stealth mode as well. That’s cool.

I'd probably do the e ray and try and get some other manual track day car.. A lotus or a Cayman.., older C7 gs...

I think the topic of losing values should be mentioned on these videos

Youve got an HP Tuners coat on. I can understand your bias. Wait till the car is fully electric, itll be insane.

Why not a plug-in? At least GM should give that option to the buyer.

I don't think calling it a C8 with more power should be said . The wide body looks significantly better and in someway the Eray arguably looks the best if your more into a classy exoytic design that stands on its own without wings and dive planes to look bad ass . Both looks are cool . But if your not a track person you really don't need all of that for street driving or the cost . The all season tires will save boat loads of money over cup tires that last 1-2 days of track use and make your car slow when not at temp or its moist . An E ray at a stoplight will dust the ZO6 9-10 out of 10 times and 10 out 10 when the conditions aren't perfect for sticky tires via the awd . The Eray suffers whatever it suffers from weight as the C8 is relatively heavy , Z06 more so and Eray is on par with American and Euro Gt cars that are very heavy these days . But the wide body is certainly a big step up from C8 . Stock carbon brakes which are expensive option , the giant tires , and depending on your eye the body matching which looks higher end to me and less plasticky and boy racer . It's all taste but having a classier option that still looks bad ass is great . All corvettes as well as many other cars are already way over powered for public roads and even though e ray is heavier and less nimble for many people the AWD including whatever eundersteer that will warn them they may be outside of their driving skills will protect them . Even if an AWD car isn't faster with a pro driver it at least feels and often is easier for regular people to push an awd car and maybe get saved ( although understeer can ruin you as well if you put too much confidence in AWD as a miracle aid and expect the car to save you ) . I would like to see regular drivers on courses meant to miimic street driving and see which car they can drive faster and return without poo in their pants . You are 100 giving up a very special engine for a less special engine and an electric motor which is not uncommon and that is the big rub for average person who isn't tearing up 3k + whatever other track fees and fuel costs you can spend in a weekend in a Z06 . WITH the brakes standard Eray is less expensive and 100 better as transportation that happens to be stupid . Z06 IS better at pure fun and stupidity while still being able to use as a car at times . Eray could EASILY be the only car you own and your daily driver . I have daily driven much less luxurious and comfortable corvettes as my only car and even drove them in winter even of carefully and they did better then some might expect with the Goodyears on a C5 for instance . Much better then my Firehawk TA With giant summer tires from factory that wouldn't even move on flat if any snow . I bet eray with all seasons drives fine on packed snow and will be drive able nearly every day of the year in NY for instance .

Looks like I will have to settle for now for a stingray since some dealers have stopped taking orders for both. Since they have long list and have no real idea when the cars will come.

Lol that Tacoma that was preening through passenger window.

F1 should do this. About 600hp na and 400 from brakes

I am on a list, along with everyone else. If I were to track, Z06. If not, E-Ray. I don't know when my number will come up, but I'm still not sure. 🤣 I've probably got close to 2 years still. Maybe a bit over a year? I'm guessing.

I could see a C8 Z06 owner jumping to the C8 Zora when that becomes available.

If you're the type of person that like to track a car a lot, I would get the Z06, as the Z06 with the Z07 package IS a track focused car. With the Eray, it's not a track focused car, but you can track it if you want. Like the Grand Sport of prior years, the ERay is for those that want the performance of the Z06 with the daily drivability of the Stingray. For me, torque is king.

Electrification is wave of future, but your is something else.

I can’t afford any trims, but I go for Stingray and Z51 recommendation for normal people. Plenty fast enough.

That Eray looks incredible

You look like Kim Jong Un with those sunglasses

Mean machine

ZR1 will be the very high powered supercar, Zorra will probably be the true hypercar GT hybrid like Speedtail or Regera 😎

Eddie I was about to barf when you started hyping the Egay..you finished strong on the Z06 at the end. The battery is to small, to tight and to hot where they stuck it. I have a 2Kw patriot solar charger. It's 12x12". The ERAY is going to lose horsepower charging and catching up. The motor is out of a Toyota Corolla hybrid. 160 hp is tiny. Without more power you'll get the wheels to turn but not for very long. We will see what happens. I afraid by allowing the use of the Z06 body it will destroy the Z06 market.

I predict an insane factory electric front wheel drive conversion. : )

Eddie my Friend, what you doing man, Youre Z06 will worth more than the E Ray in the future. Z06 is all engine man. Or just wait for the ZR1, will be the Z06 and E ray combined. Oh and when are you going to let me drive that GT500 lol

E-ray may be faster off the line, but more complicated.

Id take the E-Ray but I think they should have Modded the 6.2 motor. I think GM new they could make money if they used the 6.2 , But if lived in a warmer state Id take he Z06.

E Ray battery will break and eventually be same $ amount as car is worth

Any comments on your ZO7 package without the carbon fiber wheels. That’s my spec. Can’t see street driving the CF wheels plus the 11K cost. Any regrets? Since you drove the press car with the CF wheels and own yours without… what’s your thoughts? Thanks … great video.

We wanna see the NSX Type S vs the Corvette E-Ray

Great review! Thank you....

corvette was already skating on thin ice then chevy goes and pulls a stunt like this

The E Ray is AWD, better for winter snow driving in cold climate weather!

Can the artificial electric sound volume be turned down or up according to the driver’s preference?

Keep the Z06 but then again most KZfaqrs don’t keep their cars very long since they tend to keep up with the latest and greatest to keep their content relevant. I’d be surprised if you kept this if a Zr1 comes up or whatever is next for corvette. Either way I think you are in a spot that most wished to be in. Enjoy

No plug in hybrid is the way to go

Z06 by a long shot! I’m really not sure what the target market even is for the E-Ray. I’d take a normal Z51 Stingray over the E-Ray any day. More pure, much lighter, likely more reliable. No brainer!

I'm 21 on the Z06 list, so GM with their ineptitude already decided for me, unfortunately....ERAY until I can get my hands on the Z06...

$104k until the dealerships get ghost buyers to buy them, drive them for 300 miles, sell them back to the dealerships and resell them at a "market adjusted rate" of 15% above MSRP. When will Chevy learn🤦‍♂

It’s so wrong. GM making you have to choose. So cruel and unusual.

Yea but one can buy the wide body from GM or aftermarket

Keep z06...I'm skipping C8 of its cheap 1990's ugly-looking rear...the huge license plate area, rear lenses, boomerang side air intakes and diffuser straight out of 1990.. the c8 front looks great. It's evidence GM Pontiac/ Camaro designers got promoted to C8 seniors design team

Great review!

GM can't produce enough of the Z06's now, why should they be able to produce enough E-Ray's? GM's current specialty is to introduce exciting new models and then fail miserably in their effort to produce the cars at a resonablea pace to waiting buyers. Don't want to sound fed up with this whole thing (been on waiting list since March 2020) but I am and I'm sure I have plenty of company..

A real American man wants a real American car. A big block, naturally aspirated, fuel injected torque monster. I am a real American. A former U. S. Army Iron MP. A 22 year veteran CHP officer. Give me a 2023 Dodge Challenger Scat Pack 392. A 2023 Chrysler 300 C. Both will make Corvette drivers cry when they see the rear lights disappearing in the haze.