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Cadillac ELR vs Chevrolet Corvette

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2016 Cadillac ELR

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2027 Chevrolet Corvette

Overview

SpecCadillac ELRBaseChevrolet CorvetteStingray
Selected trimBaseStingray
Body styleCoupeCoupe
Drivetrainfront wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeelectricpremium unleaded (required)
Transmission1-speed direct drive8-speed automated manual
Engine typeplug-in hybridgas
Model year20162027

Pricing & market

SpecCadillac ELRBaseChevrolet CorvetteStingray
MSRP$65,000 (best)$71,000
Lowest listing price$10,000 (best)
Median listing price$70,983 (best)
Highest listing price$347,000 (best)
For sale now069 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecCadillac ELRBaseChevrolet CorvetteStingray
Combined MPG32 MPG (best)18 MPG
City MPG31 MPG (best)15 MPG
Highway MPG33 MPG (best)25 MPG
Combined MPGe85 MPGe (best)
Fuel tank9.3 gal18.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecCadillac ELRBaseChevrolet CorvetteStingray
Horsepower149 hp535 hp (best)
Torque273 lb-ft520 lb-ft (best)
Engine size1.4 L6.7 L (best)
CylindersI4V8

Size & capability

SpecCadillac ELRBaseChevrolet CorvetteStingray
Seating4 seats (best)2 seats
Doors22
Cargo volume10.5 cu ft12.6 cu ft (best)
Curb weight4,065 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.3 in (best)
Wheelbase106.1 in107.2 in (best)
Length186 in (best)182.3 in
Width72.7 in76.1 in (best)
Height55.9 in (best)48.6 in

Safety & recalls

SpecCadillac ELRBaseChevrolet CorvetteStingray
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimCadillac ELRChevrolet Corvette
1

Base

$65,000 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Stingray

$71,000 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Stingray

$78,000 MSRP

3

Stingray

$78,100 MSRP

4

Stingray

$82,750 MSRP

5

Stingray

$85,100 MSRP

6

Stingray

$89,750 MSRP

7

Grand Sport

$86,000 MSRP

8

Grand Sport

$93,000 MSRP

9

Grand Sport

$93,100 MSRP

10

Grand Sport

$97,750 MSRP

11

Grand Sport

$100,100 MSRP

12

Grand Sport

$104,750 MSRP

13

Grand Sport X

$109,700 MSRP

14

Grand Sport X

$115,200 MSRP

15

Grand Sport X

$116,700 MSRP

16

Grand Sport X

$120,350 MSRP

17

Grand Sport X

$122,200 MSRP

18

Grand Sport X

$127,350 MSRP

19

Z06

$118,900 MSRP

20

Z06

$125,900 MSRP

21

Z06

$127,800 MSRP

22

Z06

$132,450 MSRP

23

Z06

$134,800 MSRP

24

Z06

$139,450 MSRP

25

ZR1

$194,700 MSRP

26

ZR1

$204,700 MSRP

27

ZR1

$205,700 MSRP

28

ZR1

$215,700 MSRP

29

ZR1X

$224,900 MSRP

30

ZR1X

$234,900 MSRP

31

ZR1X

$235,900 MSRP

32

ZR1X

$245,900 MSRP

Live inventory

Cadillac ELR vs Chevrolet Corvette FAQ

Which is better: 2016 Cadillac ELR or 2027 Chevrolet Corvette?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2016 Cadillac ELR vs 2027 Chevrolet Corvette on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2016 Cadillac ELR or 2027 Chevrolet Corvette?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2016 Cadillac ELR starts lower at $65,000. Live Chevrolet Corvette listings start at $10,000.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2016 Cadillac ELR or 2027 Chevrolet Corvette?
The 2016 Cadillac ELR leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (65,000).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2016 Cadillac ELR or 2027 Chevrolet Corvette?
The 2016 Cadillac ELR leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (32).
Which has better horsepower: 2016 Cadillac ELR or 2027 Chevrolet Corvette?
The 2027 Chevrolet Corvette leads on horsepower in this comparison (1,250).
Which has better seats: 2016 Cadillac ELR or 2027 Chevrolet Corvette?
The 2016 Cadillac ELR leads on seats in this comparison (4).