Chevrolet Corvette vs Honda NSX
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular Coupes compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Data checked: specs 23 Oct 2026, price 21 Jun 2026
Driver assistance, as the manufacturer lists it
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StandardOptional: printed price, +pack or NCO (no-cost)No, not offeredNo dataCounts beside each car use the same colours; ? is no option data.
From each manufacturer's Australian equipment list. No data means that car's document does not say. The drawings are our own illustrations of how each kind of system works.
Chevrolet Corvette: we're still completing kerb weight, ground clearance and braked towing.
Honda NSX: we're still completing length, width, height, wheelbase and kerb weight, plus 6 others.
Blank cells below mean we don't have that figure, not that the car scores badly on it. We leave them empty rather than estimate, so any row where one car is blank isn't a like-for-like comparison yet.
$193,990RRP
- with the Honda NSX's standard kit: $193,990 (nothing to add)
$420,000RRP
- no option data for this car
Printed option prices only. A pack is counted once and makes the figure a floor when it carries no printed price. Nothing is inferred from the other car.
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Price Breakdown
The Chevrolet Corvette starts from $193,990 before on-road costs, while the Honda NSX opens at $420,000. That makes the Chevrolet Corvette the more affordable entry point by $226,010.
Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $213,389 and $462,000 respectively.
Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Honda NSX by roughly $5,415 in fuel alone.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP's published ratings include no record for the Chevrolet Corvette. We hold no ANCAP data for the Honda NSX. With no pair of ratings to compare, the active-safety features in the spec table above are the fairer comparison.
Recalls on our record
Chevrolet Corvette
- REC-006415 · published 1 Sep 2025Due to a design defect, fuel spilled into the fuel filler pocket whilst refuelling can come in contact with an ignition source resulting in a vehicle fire.Year range on the notice: 2022 - 2025
- REC-005983 · published 28 Jun 2024Due to a manufacturing defect, the front seat belt Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) may engage earlier than intended and lock the retractor when an occupant is attempting to fasten the seatbelt.Year range on the notice: 2024
- REC-005663 · published 22 May 2023Due to a manufacturing defect, the drive-by exhaust noise exceeds the limit defined under Australian Design Rule 83/00 (ADR 83/00).Year range on the notice: 2022
- 1 more on the model page.
Honda NSX
None open on our record
A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.
Feature Showdown
The Chevrolet Corvette features a 12.7-inch touchscreen paired with a 14-inch digital dash, while the Honda NSX gets a 7-inch display and 8-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
The Chevrolet Corvette stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, head-up display, wireless charging, ventilated seats and Bose audio — features our data doesn't list for the Honda NSX. The Honda NSX counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Drivetrain
The Chevrolet Corvette uses a LT2 6.2L V8 producing 369kW and 637Nm of torque, sent through a 8-speed dual-clutch to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 3.4 seconds.
The Honda NSX lines up making 427kW and 550Nm, paired to a 9-speed dual-clutch automatic driving all four wheels.
The Honda NSX has the clear power advantage at 427kW vs 369kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
11.6m diameter
Average
Based on 11.6m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
Interactive simulator: U-turns, parking & towing
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns are easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
Average
Needs a 3-point turn (one reverse)
Needs about 10.3 m to swing round without stopping. Road is 9.0 m.
U-turn on a wide street
≥ 10 m: 3-point turn
U-turn on a standard street
7 m: 3-point turn
Standard parking bay
1.9 m wide: fits with room
Tight carpark aisle
6 m: careful, tight swing
Narrow laneway
3.5 m: no room to turn
Turning circle ratings
Standard widths: AU local streets carry ~5.5–7 m of carriageway; main roads ~9–12 m. AS 2890.1 carpark aisles are ~5.8–6.6 m for 90° bays (2.6 m wide × 5.4 m deep).
Road, aisle, swing and off-tracking figures are indicative estimates from the published turning circle. Verify in person before relying on them.
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $3,848/year for the Chevrolet Corvette and $2,765/year for the Honda NSX. That is a $1,083 annual difference in favour of the Honda NSX.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Chevrolet Corvette if: You want the lower entry price, or prefer Chevrolet's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Honda NSX if: You prioritise performance, want lower running costs, or prefer Honda's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The CarSorted Score calls this a draw (48 vs 39). The Chevrolet Corvette and Honda NSX trade blows across the spec sheet, and neither runs away with an outright win. The Honda NSX will save you roughly $1,083 a year in fuel. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Chevrolet Corvette and Honda NSX?
The Chevrolet Corvette is the cheapest at $193,990 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Honda NSX by $226,010.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Honda NSX uses the least fuel at 9.7L/100km on the combined cycle.
What are the ANCAP safety ratings?
ANCAP's published ratings include no record for Chevrolet Corvette, and we hold no ANCAP data for Honda NSX, so there is no crash result to compare.
Which is the most powerful?
The Honda NSX makes the most power at 427kW.
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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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