2019 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Coupe Interior and Cargo

The quality of materials used in the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette is not on par with the competition from Japan and Europe - but, bear in mind that most of the cars that compete in this class cost nearly double what the Z06 costs. A wide variety of seating upholstery options are available, depending on the trim level. The base model 1LZ is offered with Gray, Jet Black or Adrenaline Red perforated Mulan leather, while the 2LZ and 3LZ get two-tone combinations with suede microfiber inserts. A leather-wrapped steering wheel is standard across trim levels, but a carbon-fiber and microfiber job is optional on the 3LZ.

650 hp supercars have never been expected to haul a week's worth of groceries or an adult-sized BMX around town; in fact, most supercar owners would be over the moon if they could fit a single golf bag in the front or back of their European exotics. The Z06 proves that theory wrong, by providing more than double the trunk and cargo space of most high-performance two-door sports cars. The 2019 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 offers up 15 cubic feet of trunk space, which is about the same as what you'd find in a Honda Accord, and over five cubic feet more than what the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT R brings to the table. Accessing all that space is a simple job thanks to a hatchback-style liftgate. The Z06 will comfortably fit two pit bikes and a case of Mountain Dew.

Personal storage space, on the other hand, is somewhat lacking. Occupants get a basic glovebox and two cup holders. The cupholders in the Z06 are deep enough to avert any coffee spillage when attempting a 10-second quarter-mile run.

From the outside, it's clear that there's something special about the Z06; the interior is not quite as breathtaking. Designed with performance driving in mind, it still caters to those who'll be driving their Z06 Corvette's on a daily basis. Interior highlights include a dual-zone climate control system, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with optional carbon fiber inserts, cruise control and a curb-view camera on the 2LZ and 3LZ. The eight-way power-adjustable driver's seat is heated and ventilated and front seats can be upgraded to a set of hardcore race-ready buckets. Continuing with the race-car inspired theme, the Z06 is fitted with a head-up display, which includes a track mode that displays G-force levels, rpm, and temperature information. An auto-dimming rear-view mirror and seat memory are available for the 2LZ and 3LZ, while the 3LZ gets exclusive rights to the performance data and video recorder, reserved for hardcore track day enthusiasts.

The MyLink infotainment system found in the Z06 has already been replaced with Chevrolet's new Infotainment 3 system on other Chevrolet vehicles - and it shows. The MyLink system's interface looks dated and can be slow to react to inputs, but it works well in general. The eight-inch display screen offers crisp and clear imagery. The menus are logical and are easy to navigate, and connecting a smart device is taken care of in seconds thanks to Apple CarPlay and Google Android Auto connectivity. Voice controls work well half of the time. When it fails to recognize a command, clear prompts are given. Sound is channeled through a nine-speaker Bose premium sound system that envelops the Corvette's cabin in symphonic majesty. The advanced system in the 3LZ adds one extra speaker and an enclosed subwoofer in the trunk area - perfect for bumping Van Halen while lapping Miatas around Laguna Seca. Built-in 4G LTE Wi-Fi connectivity is a major plus and adds to the practical appeal of the Z06.