Wheels
Also unique to the C5 Z06 are wider wheel rims and tires, which increase contact with the road and are essential to providing better grip. The design aesthetics of the new wheel rims are also one of the visual identifiers for the Z06, and are the most mass-efficient aluminum wheels ever produced for Corvette. They are painted a light gray metallic, and serve to show off the red brake calipers used on the Z06, especially when the car is in motion. The center cap of each rim also displays the red Corvette "crossed-flags" emblem for added identification at rest.
Wheel Size Comparison
| Base-model C5 | Z06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Front Wheels | 17 in x 8.5 in | 17 in x 9.5 in |
| Rear Wheels | 18 in x 9.5 in | 18 in x 10.5 in |
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