Corvette C6 · 2006–2013

Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Corvette C6 · 513 hp (2006 to 2013)

The Chevrolet Corvette Z06 of the Corvette C6 generation uses the LS7 7.0 V8 petrol engine with 513 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel: Petrol
Power: 513 PS / 377 kW
Displacement: 7 011 cm³
Cylinders: 8
Engine code: LS7 7.0 V8
Period covered: 2006–2013
Documented market: Europe

Transmission

Manual · 6 speeds

Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.

Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet

This version

513 hp (377 kW), rear-wheel drive, 6-speed manual. Built from 2006 to 2013.

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In the range

It is the most powerful petrol version of this generation.

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Maintenance and records

Oil and filter change

Typical interval: 15,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first.

15 000 km

12 months

GM dexos1 / dexos2 — Engine, model year and severe use may require a shorter interval; do not exceed the service warning. The listed oil approvals are not interchangeable: check the one for the engine.

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Brake fluid

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

24 months

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

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Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Corvette C6?

The LS7 7.0 V8 petrol engine (7 011 cc), 513 hp (377 kW).

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Which oil for the Chevrolet Corvette Z06?

A GM dexos1 / dexos2-approved oil suited to the LS7 7.0 V8 engine.

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Documentary sources

[1] Rédaction AutoKarnet
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