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770 HP Hybrid Corvette C6 Z06 Unveiled At SEMA 2013

There were definitely some unique offerings in the way of Corvettes at this year’s SEMA show, but perhaps none as intriguing as this hybrid C6 Z06 from Quanta Performance in Maryland.

The Corvette, called the QHP770, utilizes two 134 hp (100 kW) electric motors integrated into the car’s rear differential that pull power from an 11.3-kWh lithium-polymer battery pack. When combined with the Z06’s 505 hp LS7 V8, the total power output is 770 hp and 1500 lb-ft of torque, good for an estimated 0-60 time of 3.5 seconds and a quarter mile time somewhere in low 11’s.

Gary Whiting, the CEO of Quanta, said “hybrid vehicle technology has tremendous potential for high performance vehicles. We formed Quanta Hybrid Performance so we could demonstrate its relevance and be among the leaders in this development arena.”

It would appear whiting wouldn’t be alone in thinking that, back in September General Motors North America President Mark Reuss was quoted in saying a hybrid Corvette is “a very attractive idea, actually.”

Sam loves to write and has a passion for auto racing, karting and performance driving of all types.

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  1. we want to see a new z07- c7 at the sema show!!!!!

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  2. I hope GM engineers learn a thing or two here. Afterall, the Z06 and ZR-1 should have such a sibling position above them in the Corvette line. Additionally, all Vettes I previously mention, should be equiped with the modernize 7-speed automated manual transmission to improve their performances.

    GM have seemingly taken the lead with this electronic differential in the C-7 and CTS -V sport. Hence I hope that the partnership with Ford can produce class leading 8 or 10 speed transmissions to lead the rest ot the world in performance and MPG.

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