2026 Chevrolet Car Lineup: Fixing What’s Wrong with Corvette?
Chevrolet’s focus is much more on SUVs and trucks than cars. Now that the Malibu is gone, the only true car it still builds is the Corvette, which is treated to a major update for 2026. Changes are also applied to the BrightDrop electric work van, while another important EV inches closer to production. Here’s everything new across Chevrolet’s 2026 car lineup.AI Quick SummaryChevrolet's 2026 lineup features a major Corvette update including the new ZR1X model boasting 1,200-plus hp. The Malibu is no more, and the BrightDrop van gets a range upgrade. The Bolt EV is set to return in 2027 with updated features.This summary was generated by AI using content from this MotorTrend articleRead Next2025 Chevrolet Malibu
Chevrolet’s final sedan, the Malibu, ended production in 2025. Alternatives for buyers considering the Malibu for personal or fleet duty include entry-level Chevrolet SUVs like the Trax or Equinox, or a different midsize sedan.MotorTrend Ranked: Not RankedRead Our Experts’ Full Chevrolet Malibu Review2026 Chevrolet Corvette
After six years on sale, America’s mid-engine masterpiece sees significant changes for 2026. Although the C8 Corvette’s exterior mostly carries over—Roswell Green Metallic and Blade Silver paint, new center stripe decals, and an electrochromic glass roof panel are added to the options list—its cabin gets a thorough rework.Gone is the divisive strip of buttons separating the driver and passenger, replaced by a more conventional orientation below the infotainment touchscreen. That touchscreen grows to 14.0 inches and is complemented by a larger 12.7-inch driver’s display and smaller 6.6-inch touchscreen left of the steering wheel. Where buttons once were there’s now a grab handle and USB port next to a relocated wireless charging pad. The drive mode selector moves in line with the gear selector. Gray, orange, blue, and dark brown upholstery finishes become available. Even the cupholders are upgraded with upholstered inserts, ambient lighting, and Corvette logos.All 2026 Corvette models get the new interior, regardless of trim or powertrain.Also new to the 2026 C8 lineup is a mobile app to monitor vehicle performance, and the PTM Pro traction and stability control profile tuned for track driving.MotorTrend Ranked: #1 in Premium Performance CoupesRead Our Experts’ Full Chevrolet Corvette Review2026 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray
Along with the new interior and other changes applied across the Corvette lineup, the 2026 E-Ray gains a few specific touches. This hybrid supercar now wears body-color rocker panels, a change from their previous black. Blue-painted brake calipers are added to the options list. Inside, the Charge+ battery recharge button moves from the center tunnel to the steering wheel for easy access. Around the new digital displays, a carbon-fiber bezel can be equipped.MotorTrend Ranked: #1 in Premium Performance CoupesRead Our Experts’ Full Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray Review2026 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Changes to the Z06 for 2026 are similar to those of the E-Ray. The track-spec Corvette now offers body-color rocker panels and blue brake calipers as options. A carbon-fiber bezel for the displays is available.MotorTrend Ranked: #1 in Premium Performance CoupesRead Our Experts’ Full Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Review2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
Just introduced for 2025, the ballistic Corvette ZR1 is already getting the new interior—along with a standard carbon-fiber display bezel—for 2026.MotorTrend Ranked: #1 in Premium Performance CoupesRead Our Experts’ Full Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Review2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X
A new Corvette king arrives for 2026: the ZR1X. Apparently not content with the ZR1’s epic power and performance, Chevrolet saw fit to make the ZR1X even more extreme. It essentially takes the E-Ray approach, adding a front-axle electric motor to supplement the twin-turbo V-8 engine in the middle, giving the ZR1X more than 1,200 hp and a potentially sub-2.0-second 0–60-mph time.MotorTrend Ranked: #1 in Premium Performance CoupesRead Our Experts’ Full Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X Review2026 Chevrolet BrightDrop
Originally its own subsidiary under General Motors, BrightDrop was folded into Chevrolet’s commercial vehicle business in 2025, but these large all-electric vans are still all about providing business operators and individuals with huge utility and easy operation for local driving duties.This year, an Extended Range battery becomes available, delivering about 204 miles of range, and the Standard Range and Max Range packs continue to provide approximately 176 and 285 miles, respectively.Level 2 charging speeds up with the addition of a 19.2-kW charging module, which is equipped as standard unless the 11.5-kW module that can also provide 7.2-kW of offboard AC power is chosen.To integrate with upfitting equipment, the BrightDrop now offers a Universal Vehicle Module. A 75-mph speed limit governor is applied to FWD models. Black-painted front doors are no longer available on the 2026 BrightDrop.MotorTrend Ranked: Not yet rankedRead Our Experts’ Full Chevrolet BrightDrop Review2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV
When the original Chevrolet Bolt arrived for 2017, it changed the EV game, showing American drivers that electric motoring is viable, affordable, and fun. A second-generation Bolt continued that tradition but was discontinued as EVs from Chevrolet and rival automakers exceeded the Bolt’s capabilities.Now, the Bolt is said to be returning. It will likely debut at some point in 2026 as a 2027 model, sized and priced beneath the Equinox EV in Chevrolet’s electric lineup. To help keep costs down, a new lithium iron phosphate battery could be equipped, though it might not charge very quickly. Expect styling cues similar to Chevy’s other EVs, along with large digital displays, which would run Google software, and potentially Super Cruise hands-free driving technology in the new 2027 Bolt EV.MotorTrend Ranked: Not yet rankedRead Our Experts’ Full Chevrolet Bolt EV Review2026 Chevrolet Car Lineup
2025 Chevrolet Malibu: Discontinued2026 Chevrolet Corvette: Significant Update2026 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray: Significant Update2026 Chevrolet Corvette Z06: Significant Update2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1: Significant Update2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X: New Model2026 Chevrolet BrightDrop: Minor Update2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV: New Model
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