GM Unveils 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X Hybrid Hypercar With 1,250 HP

General Motors is set to release the 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X, a hypercar that pushes Corvette performance beyond previous limits with a combined 1,250 horsepower from a twin-turbocharged 5.5-liter V8 producing 1,064 hp at the rear and an electric motor delivering 186 hp at the front axle. This all-wheel-drive hybrid setup, derived from the ZR1 and E-Ray models, enables the ZR1X to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in under two seconds and complete a quarter-mile in less than nine seconds, outperforming many exotic supercars like the Ferrari F80 and McLaren W1. The ZR1X’s mid-engine architecture was designed from inception to accommodate this extreme performance level, boasting advanced features such as a "maniturbo" exhaust system for improved turbo response and an increased usable battery energy capacity to enhance power delivery and track lapping capability. GM emphasizes that the hybrid system does not require plugging in, as regenerative braking recharges the battery during driving. The ZR1X also includes high-performance braking and suspension packages, and it represents a significant evolution in Corvette’s identity, now competing at the highest levels of global sports cars. Pricing details are expected later this year, with the vehicle scheduled for release near the end of 2025 as a 2026 model.