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Chevrolet Corvette C8R GTE

GT1 (2000s)Chevrolet
500 hp
Horsepower
1245 kg
Weight
RWD
Drivetrain
2020
Year

Chevrolet Corvette C8.R GTE (GT1 (2000s))

The Chevrolet Corvette C8.R GTE is the factory-built mid-engine Corvette endurance racer that brought GM’s iconic nameplate into the modern GT ranks, and the URD Michigan EGT mod is a rebadged interpretation of that platform. It blends the C8’s new-school layout with the relentless durability, aero grip, and braking performance expected from a top-tier GTE machine.

Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)

  • Powertrain: 5.5L naturally aspirated LT6-based flat-plane V8 (mid-mounted, longitudinal)

  • Total Output: ~500 hp (373 kW) BoP-dependent

  • Redline: ~8,500–9,000 rpm

  • Transmission: 6-speed sequential gearbox

  • Weight: ~1,245 kg minimum

  • Dimensions: ~4,600 mm long × 2,050 mm wide × 1,150 mm tall | Wheelbase ~2,722 mm

  • Tires: Michelin slicks on forged GT wheels

  • Brakes: Carbon-carbon discs with multi-piston calipers

  • Layout: Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive

In the Simulator Feel

The C8.R GTE is a precision GT car with real bite, combining a stable mid-engine chassis with the aero and tire package needed to attack long stints hard. In the simulator it feels planted under braking, eager to rotate on entry, and strong in medium-speed corners where you can lean on mechanical grip without overdriving the rear axle. It’s not a lazy car, though — the Corvette rewards discipline, especially when you’re trying to maximize exits and keep the platform settled through transitions.

Engine & Sound: The naturally aspirated V8 delivers a sharp, angry, high-revving soundtrack with classic American GT character. Throttle response is immediate, and the power builds smoothly all the way to the top end, making it easy to meter out traction while still feeling punchy on corner exit. The exhaust note is one of the highlights, especially at full load through faster sections.

Handling Characteristics:

  • Cornering: Strong front-end response with good rotation, but it can push wide if you enter too hot or ask for too much mid-corner speed.

  • Traction: Solid rear grip and predictable power delivery, though aggressive throttle can still light up the rear on colder tires or low-grip conditions.

  • Braking: Excellent stopping power with stable platform behavior under heavy deceleration.

  • Top Speed: Competitive on the straights, with BoP and gearing often determining how hard it stretches its legs versus other GTE machinery.

Driving Style Tip: Drive it smoothly and keep your inputs tidy. The C8.R GTE rewards trail braking, patience on throttle, and a clean line that keeps the rear settled. It shines on technical endurance circuits like Sebring, Road America, and Daytona’s road course, where consistency matters as much as outright pace.

Livery & Aesthetics: The Corvette looks every bit the part — low, muscular, and purposeful, with aggressive aero elements and the unmistakable wide-body GTE stance. The URD Michigan EGT rebadge preserves that factory Corvette identity while giving it a sharp sim-racing presentation that feels right at home in endurance grids.

Whether you’re running solo hot laps or full multi-class endurance races, the Chevrolet Corvette C8.R GTE is a satisfying, high-trust GT machine that combines iconic American attitude with serious race pace.