GradeChevrolet Corvette Reliability Grade
Above-average reliability
Grade a specific Chevrolet Corvette
Reliability changes from year to year. Pick a model year to see its grade, then add mileage and price to get a deal score and estimated miles remaining.
The Chevrolet Corvette earns a B overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with a B+ for its engine and a B- for its transmission. It ranks 4th of 6 sports cars we grade. The transmission (B-) is the weaker of its two major components, so ask for transmission service records and pay close attention to shifting on a test drive. Grades are based on 866 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2023 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
Chevrolet Corvette reliability by year
Overall grade for each model year, from owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Tap a year to see its full grade.
Best years: 2017 and 2018
Years to avoid: 2005 (transmission slipping / rough shifting), 2006 (stalling / loss of power), 2007 (transmission slipping / rough shifting), 2008 (stalling / loss of power), 2009 (engine failure / knocking) and 2011 (fuel leak / fuel smell)
Faded years are recent, so fewer complaints have come in. Their grades may change.
How long does the Chevrolet Corvette last?
A rough estimate for the model across all years, not measured for each model year.
Chevrolet Corvette vs. other sports cars
| Model | Engine | Trans. | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge Challenger | A- | B+ | A- |
| Chevrolet Camaro | A- | B- | B+ |
| Dodge Charger | B+ | B | B+ |
| Subaru WRX | B | B | B |
| Chevrolet Corvette | B+ | B- | B |
| Ford Mustang | B- | C+ | C+ |
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Is the Chevrolet Corvette reliable?
Above-average reliability. The Chevrolet Corvette earns a B overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with a B+ for its engine and a B- for its transmission. It ranks 4th of 6 sports cars we grade. The transmission (B-) is the weaker of its two major components, so ask for transmission service records and pay close attention to shifting on a test drive. Grades are based on 866 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2023 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
How many miles will a Chevrolet Corvette last?
We estimate a well-maintained Chevrolet Corvette lasts around 150,000 miles. That's a rough figure for the model across all years, not measured for each model year, so check the grade for the year you're looking at.
What are the best years for the Chevrolet Corvette?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the most reliable Chevrolet Corvette model years are 2017 and 2018.
What Chevrolet Corvette years should I avoid?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the Chevrolet Corvette years to be most careful with are 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2011. The 2006 grades an F overall (engine D, transmission D), and its top engine/transmission problem is stalling / loss of power, which a recall covers. The 2007 grades an F overall (engine F, transmission D), and its top engine/transmission problem is transmission slipping / rough shifting.
Is the Chevrolet Corvette transmission reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the Chevrolet Corvette transmission a B- (average reliability). Reliability varies by model year, so grade the specific year you're looking at.
Is the Chevrolet Corvette engine reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the Chevrolet Corvette engine a B+ (above-average reliability).