Does the 2026 Chevrolet Corvette need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the Stingray RWD.
- Regular: 14 of 17 trims. Premium: 3 of 17 trims.
- Premium by choice: $379 more a year.
- 90% of 29 coupes (2026) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2dr Stingray Cpe w/1LT RWD | 6.2L 8cyl | Regular | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| Stingray RWD | 6.2L 8cyl | Regular | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| 2dr Stingray Conv w/1LT RWD | 6.2L 8cyl | Regular | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| 2dr Stingray Cpe w/2LT RWD | 6.2L 8cyl | Regular | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| 2dr Stingray Cpe w/3LT RWD | 6.2L 8cyl | Regular | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| 2dr Stingray Conv w/2LT RWD | 6.2L 8cyl | Regular | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| 2dr Stingray Conv w/3LT RWD | 6.2L 8cyl | Regular | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| 2dr E-Ray Cpe w/1LZ AWD | 6.2L 8cyl | Regular | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| E-Ray AWD | 6.2L 8cyl | Regular | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| 2dr E-Ray Cpe w/2LZ AWD | 6.2L 8cyl | Regular | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| 2dr E-Ray Conv w/1LZ AWD | 6.2L 8cyl | Regular | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| 2dr E-Ray Cpe w/3LZ AWD | 6.2L 8cyl | Regular | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| Z06 RWD | 5.5L 8cyl | Premium | 15 | $2,560 | $3,040 |
| 2dr E-Ray Conv w/2LZ AWD | 6.2L 8cyl | Regular | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| 2dr E-Ray Conv w/3LZ AWD | 6.2L 8cyl | Regular | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| ZR1 RWD | 5.5L 8cyl | Premium | 14 | $2,743 | $3,257 |
| ZR1X AWD | 5.5L 8cyl | Premium | 14 to 15 | N/A | N/A |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Chevrolet Corvette | Stingray RWD | Regular |
| 2026 BMW M2 | RWD | Premium |
| 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE | CLE 300 4MATIC AWD | Premium |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
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