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2013 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe 6MT

The 2013 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe 6MT is a 430-hp 6.2-liter V8 coupe with a transmission, 6-speed manual, short-throw includes launch control and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $49,600 MSRP and is rated at 19 mpg combined.

It makes 430 horsepower at 5,900 rpm and 424 lb-ft of torque at 4600 rpm, spinning to a 6,600 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 25 mpg highway (19 mpg combined).

The Corvette measures 174.6 inches long on a 105.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,208 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeCoupe
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$49,600 ($69,185 *)
Engine
Engine TypeLS3; Gas V8; 6.2L V-8; Electronic Fuel Injection
Displacement6.2 L
Horsepower430 hp @ 5,900 rpm
Torque424 lb-ft @ 4600 rpm
Redline6,600 rpm
Injection TypeElectronic Fuel Injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Transmission
TransmissionTransmission, 6-speed manual, short-throw includes launch control
1st Gear2.66 (58 mph **)
2nd Gear1.78 (87 mph **)
3rd Gear1.3 (119 mph **)
4th Gear1 (154 mph **)
5th Gear0.74 (208 mph **)
6th Gear0.5 (308 mph **)
Reverse2.9
Final Drive3.42
Fuel Economy
City16 MPG
Highway25 MPG
Combined19 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular Gasoline
Tank Capacity18 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionShort/Long Arm; Transverse Leaf Spring
Rear SuspensionShort/Long Arm; Transverse Leaf Spring
Turning Diameter39 ft
Brakes
Front Brake Disc12.80 x 1.30 in
Rear Brake Disc12.00 x 1.00 in
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front18 x 8.5 in
Wheels Rear19 x 10.0 in
Tires FrontP245/40ZR18
Tires RearP285/35ZR19
Dimensions & Weight
Length174.6 in
Width72.6 in
Height49.1 in
Wheelbase105.7 in
Front Track62.1 in
Rear Track60.7 in
Cargo Volume22.4 ft³
Curb Weight3,208 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front37.7 in
Legroom Front43.1 in
Shoulder Room Front55.2 in
Hip Room Front53.7 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Tested, but no star ratings were published (2013 Chevrolet Corvette 2 DR RWD).

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2013 Chevrolet CORVETTE.

82 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2013 Chevrolet CORVETTE

Owner Complaints

82 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013 Chevrolet CORVETTE (1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Fuel/Propulsion System46
Air Bags10
Engine8
Wheels5
Electrical System4
Power Train3
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jun 24, 2026 · Unknown Or Other
“Just recently I noticed that the leather on my dashboard has started to become unglued. My concern is 1) this is a defect that is common to not only C6 corvette modes (mine) but to C7 (google it on…”
May 11, 2026 · Fuel/Propulsion System
“Having a strong smell of gasoline in my garage after filling. After the garage had aired out the next morning the same strong smell. There no warning lights”
Jan 26, 2026 · Fuel/Propulsion System
“Fuel tank leaking Gas smell”
Jun 9, 2025 · Fuel/Propulsion System
“Strong smell of fuel after parking the car in the garage. Inspection by the dealership confirmed the fuel pump assembly is leaking. The car was left for replacement of the fuel pump assembly due to…”
Dec 9, 2024 · Engine, Fuel/Propulsion System
“My Corvette c6 model has had a longterm issue with the left fuel pump, which I was not made aware of by the local dealership servicing my vehicle or the manufacturer, General Motors. I recently…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2013 CHEVROLET CORVETTE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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