2008 Chevrolet Corvette problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2008 Chevrolet Corvette get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2008 Chevrolet Corvette at about 18 mpg combined (15 city / 25 highway).

Q: How much is a 2008 Chevrolet Corvette worth?

Comparable 2008 Chevrolet Corvette listings run roughly $21,200–$39,900, typically around $29,061 (from 92 vehicles).

2008 Chevrolet Corvette at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints586

Combined18 mpg

Typical price$29,061

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2008 Chevrolet Corvette recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2008 Chevrolet Corvette common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 586 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

Vehicle Speed Control

Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Tires

Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

2008 Chevrolet Corvette MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg

City15 mpg

Highway25 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$4,133

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2008 Chevrolet Corvette worth?

Low

$21,200

Typical price

$29,061

High

$39,900

From 92 comparable 2008 Chevrolet Corvette listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2008 Chevrolet Corvette costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$20,665

Depreciation (5 yrs)$9,350

Total$30,015

Per mile$0.40

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($29,061) with the same model 5 model-years older ($19,721), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.