Chevrolet frames the latest 2020 Corvette C8 as “a true supercar for every day,” blessing the mid-engine monster with impressive road manners and an affordable price point. And of course, part and parcel to the “daily drivability” of any road car is its ability to hold cargo. So, with that in mind, how does the new Chevrolet Corvette’s cargo capacity compare to another mid-engine sports car, namely the Porsche 718?
To find out, Car and Driver got an example of both to see what they could stuff ‘em with. Both models have a trunk in front and in back, but in terms of raw space, the 2020 Corvette is bested by the Porsche, with a maximum of 12.6 cubic-feet of cargo room for the former, and 15 cubic-feet offered by the latter.
However, the true test is how those numbers translate in the real world. As such, Car and Driver used carry-on suitcases to see which mid-engine performer fit the most, and in the end, the Porsche ended up taking that honor.
“Ultimately, the Porsche’s two extra cubic feet paid off and allowed us to fit one extra carryon suitcase inside it, two in the front trunk and two in the rear,” Car and Driver reports. “The Corvette’s smaller front trunk accommodated just one carry-on bag, but we fit two in the rear compartment.”
That said, the 2020 Corvette did end up redeeming itself a bit with regard to long-item storage.
“Chevrolet boasts that the Corvette can fit two sets of golf clubs in its rear compartment, stacked one on top of the other. We easily fit our set of Titleist test clubs with room to spare, so there’s likely truth to that claim,” the outlet writes. “Fitting even one set of clubs in the Cayman, however is hindered by the fact that the rear cargo area is divided by a large silver shock-tower cover.”
So there it is – if it’s high-speed transportation to the links that you’re after, then the 2020 Corvette is the one to get.
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Source: Car and Driver
Comments
Ok. Time to get real.
SUVS have taken over the market for a handful of reasons. People like to sit up higher, and in most cases (save the
latest craze of swoopy fast back high-riding”fake” coupe designs) SUVS in general have more cargo space.
As they should, considering the big box that they are.
I understand that it’s important to have a bit of space for some of your stuff,. But I find these cargo comparisons in exotic or near-exotic sports cars stupid and a waste of space. Get it? “Waste of space?”
This aspect seems like-last on the list-as to why people buy sports cars.
Am I crazy?
Don’t answer that, please 🙂
The cargo area in the Corvette is not a waste. It is actually good and better than most.
The reason storage in a Vette is more important than in a 488 is the price point and reliability makes the Corvette something you can drive daily vs the Ferrari and some other models.
Also the golf bag deal is not a joke. I drive past Firestone Country Club daily and in the parking lot is often Corvettes, Bentley’s , Porsche, Aston’s and even Ferrari’s. Seldom you see a Mclaren because a golf bag will not fit.
The Key here is the cheaper the sports car the more is expected of it as it often serves as more than just a expensive toy. Also with the Vettes volume it reaches a much wider owners group that they actually may have to rely on it daily vs a limited volume car.
I have been in and around the new car and the trunk in the C8 is not too much and not too little. It still places the priority on the car but it still retains the classic utility of the past C models and more. The early C3 had little utility and it was always an issue back then if you were not around. You could not even store the tops easily.
The C8 needed a place for the Targa and they just took a little more room to help out. Just don’t carry the ice cream home from the store back there.
By the way this story of the size of either cars trunks is kind of silly as both do well in a segment not known for trunks. There also is a very small difference to make a fuss about.
Valid points, my friend. But I stand by my statement.
I’m not buying a sports car to haul the soccer team and all their gear to the game.
But, yeah, like you said, a little bit of cargo space is important to make life easier and practical. Also, I read (Car & Driver?) that the C8 actually has a little less cargo space than the C7.
I merely was pointing out, that aspect (cargo volume) is probably near the bottom of the list when considering purchasing a car in this category.
I’m not sure anyone buys a C8 ,Porsche, or Lamborghini to go to Whole Foods and fill it with food for the month.
Maybe I’m wrong? It wouldn’t be the first time!
Not to go shopping, but maybe for a weekend trip where you would want to carry a little bit more than just your tooth brush with you.
For example, thinking about Germany, a trip from Frankfurt on Main to the Alps for several days with driving up and down some steep Alpine passes and spending the nights in various cosy hotels.
OK. You’re over exaggerating. Every car can hold a toothbrush. Rumor has it, you could even keep it in your pocket? If you want to go on a long trip with a ton of stuff, take your other car or SUV.
Peace?
If cargo capacity was important then a 2019 Chevrolet Blazer RS AWD would be the ideal vehicle; but what people buying a 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Z51 Stingray will be interested in is the numbers that Motor Trend reported like 0-60 in 2.8 seconds and quarter-mile-time of 11.1 seconds at 123.2 mph.
OK, Now that iv’e seen this where’s the article on the Savanna vs Econoline Nürburgring lap times?