2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray: $51,995 And Up
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Excellent. From electronic stability control to front and side curtain air bags, the technology-laden car will keep you safe.
Antilock disc brakes and side airbags are standard, as is the "Active Handling" stability control system, which provides noninvasive assistance and includes a "competitive" driving mode that gives the expert driver more leeway while still maintaining a safety net.
All Corvettes now feature side airbags, while manual transmission models come outfitted with standard launch control.
SAFETY | 8 out of 10
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NHTSA
Excellent. From electronic stability control to front and side curtain air bags, the technology-laden car will keep you safe.
Cars.com
Antilock disc brakes and side airbags are standard, as is the "Active Handling" stability control system, which provides noninvasive assistance and includes a "competitive" driving mode that gives the expert driver more leeway while still maintaining a safety net.
Edmunds
All Corvettes now feature side airbags, while manual transmission models come outfitted with standard launch control.
Kelley Blue Book
Like most high-end sports cars, the 2011 Chevrolet Corvette hasn't been crash tested by NHTSA or the IIHS. But between the advanced engineering in the chassis itself and the array of standard safety equipment, buyers should feel safe behind the wheel of the Corvette.
Standard anti-lock disc brakes, Active Handling stability control, traction control, dual front and side airbags, and very capable brakes all help to either reduce the likelihood of an accident or mitigate injuries when unavoidable.
One area where the car may merit concern, however, is the visibility from the driver's seat. Thick roof pillars in the coupes and the low-slung driving position make it tough to see out of the car and around traffic in some situations. There are also no curtain airbags on the Corvette, a feature offered by some of the higher-end competition in this category.
Conclusion
Excellent stability control, a solid standard airbag package, and some of the best chassis design in the industry combine to make the 2011 Corvette a safe vehicle, though it could still stand some improvement.
