Fuel economy & running costsGasoline

2009 ChevroletCorvette

Two Seaters · Rear-Wheel Drive · 6.2 L 8-cyl

19MPGcombined

16city

26highway

A year of fuel$4,350

CO₂ from the tailpipe467.7 g/mi

Figures from the EPA label (fueleconomy.gov), the same as on the car's window sticker.

See it on fueleconomy.gov

Against the 4,600 chevrolet cars

Combined MPG 19 MPGbest 48 · avg 19

Annual fuel cost $4,350best $650 · avg $3,905

Bars are scaled to the best in the list; the mark shows the list average. Lower is better for fuel cost; higher is better for the rest. All figures are the EPA's.

Summary

The 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is a rear-wheel-drive gasoline car in the Two Seaters EPA class. It has a 6.2 L eight-cylinder engine and a six-speed manual transmission. Fuel economy is rated at 16 MPG in the city and 26 MPG on the highway, with 19 MPG combined. The EPA annual fuel cost is $4,350, and tailpipe CO2 emissions are 467.74 grams per mile. The city and highway figures offer separate reference points for buyers considering how their driving may affect fuel use, while the combined rating provides a single overall measure. The Corvette is its own listed base model. Buyers comparing two-seat cars can consider its engine, transmission, drivetrain and fuel figures together when deciding whether it fits their needs.

Who it is for

It may suit drivers seeking a gasoline two-seater with rear-wheel drive and a manual transmission. Buyers weighing fuel use can consider its 19 MPG combined rating and $4,350 annual fuel cost.

What is good

26 MPG highway
Six-speed manual transmission
Rear-wheel drive

What to know first

16 MPG city
19 MPG combined
$4,350 annual fuel cost

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2009 Chevrolet Corvette: the full review

The Corvette combines a 6.2 L eight-cylinder engine with a six-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. Its 19 MPG combined rating and annual fuel cost are key points for buyers considering fuel use.

Overview

The 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is a gasoline-powered, two-seat car with rear-wheel drive and a 6.2-liter, eight-cylinder engine. Its listed transmission is a six-speed manual. EPA fuel economy is 16 mpg in the city, 26 mpg on the highway and 19 mpg combined. The EPA lists annual fuel costs of $4,350 and tailpipe carbon dioxide emissions of 467.74 grams per mile.

Those figures give buyers a concise basis for considering the Corvette’s fuel use alongside its two-seat layout and rear-wheel-drive configuration. The combined rating sits between the city and highway figures, while the annual fuel cost and emissions offer additional measures of gasoline use and tailpipe output.

See the broader Chevrolet cars lineup for other models from the maker.

Key features

Engine: 6.2-liter V8.
Transmission: six-speed manual.
Drive: rear-wheel drive.
Seating class: EPA Two Seaters.
Fuel: gasoline.

Platforms

The Corvette is listed as a car, with gasoline power, rear-wheel drive and a manual transmission. The available specifications identify its engine displacement and cylinder count, but do not provide further equipment or technology details.

Who it's for

The 2009 Corvette may suit shoppers whose priorities include a two-seat configuration, rear-wheel drive and a manual gearbox. Buyers comparing running costs can use its EPA ratings as a reference: 19 mpg combined, with 16 mpg city and 26 mpg highway, plus an EPA annual fuel cost of $4,350. These figures are useful for comparison, though an individual driver's fuel use and costs can differ.

Its gasoline engine and listed fuel economy may also matter to shoppers weighing it against electric vehicles. The Corvette’s stated tailpipe emissions are 467.74 grams of CO2 per mile.

Pros and cons

Pros

EPA city, highway and combined fuel economy figures are available for running-cost comparisons.
The listed configuration specifies a 6.2-liter V8, six-speed manual transmission and rear-wheel drive.

Cons

The EPA combined rating is 19 mpg, and annual fuel cost is listed at $4,350.
The two-seat layout is less suited to shoppers who need more seating.
It runs on gasoline and has listed tailpipe CO2 emissions of 467.74 grams per mile.

Alternatives

For a newer Corvette entry, consider the 2027 Chevrolet Corvette. The 2027 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport and 2027 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport X Hybrid are other Corvette alternatives. Shoppers looking at Chevrolet electric models can compare the 2027 Chevrolet BOLT, 2027 Chevrolet Blazer EV AWD, 2027 Chevrolet Blazer EV AWD SS, 2027 Chevrolet Blazer EV FWD and 2027 Chevrolet Blazer EV FWD 22 inch tire.

Verdict

The 2009 Chevrolet Corvette’s listed specifications make its basic trade-offs clear: it is a two-seat, rear-wheel-drive gasoline car with a 6.2-liter V8 and six-speed manual. Its EPA rating is 19 mpg combined, with a listed annual fuel cost of $4,350 and tailpipe emissions of 467.74 grams of CO2 per mile. Those figures help set expectations for fuel use, while the seating, drivetrain and transmission details help determine whether its configuration fits a buyer’s needs.