Acting as the middle ground between the Z06’s massive power and the Stingray’s lower-end performance, the Grand Sport is an impressive balancing act. For many car buyers, power like that of the Z06 is just impractical. It’s awesome when you get out on the track, but how often do you really get to cut loose? At the same time, many enthusiasts want that stellar acceleration and speed for the times they get a long stretch of highway. If you want your car to be fun to drive but not put you in debt forever, the 2019 Chevy Corvette Grand Sport is your car. It brings power, style and panache to bear for a great price.
Under the Hood
The GM standard workhorse engine is in play here. That 6.2-liter LT1 V8 engine puts out 460 horsepower and 465 pound-feet of torque. You hear every bit of it, too, as this engine is loud and responsive. While some may prefer a quieter ride, the 2019 Grand Sport is not that.
All-in-all, the Grand Sport has a fantastic ride. The suspension feels nice on the street and on the track, and the car handles beautifully around turns. Everything in the engine works in harmony around sharp turns, and you can really feel the power. The best part is the balancing act, though. When you’re stuck in traffic going across town, the car doesn’t feel impatient. When you hit a bump, the suspension doesn’t feel stiff. You get a lot of the fun of the track without many of the drawbacks.
Design
She’s pretty, and then some. This vehicle just looks downright mean, no matter how you slice it. If you like the classic Corvette look, it’s on display here, and its sexy as ever. Few cars match that raw, American, powerful look, and it really underscores the car’s strengths. It’s hard to see this vehicle sitting in your driveway and not want to take it out for a spin.
Is the 2019 Chevy Corvette Grand Sport Worth it?
Yeah, it’s absolutely worth it. It starts around $65,000, and it’s really the only thing like it in its price range. The closest vehicle in performance is probably the Jaguar F-Type, but that vehicle will set you back $100,000. That puts the Grand Sport in a rather underpopulated price bracket for cars with its kind of power. If you’ve been wanting a sports car that can handle the track or the street, the Grand Sport is for you.
