What are the main differences in a 2016 Corvette Stingray LT2 and a LT3 package

 

There is no LT2 or LT3 package. There is 1LT, 2LT, and 3LT. These answers can easily be found all over the place.

 

This should help...

https://www.wallacechev.com/blog/che...-buying-guide/

 

Practically speaking, the 2LT gave me the HUD, garage door opener and front cameras that were must haves... The additional 2LT goodies have added a lot of enjoyment to owning the care and are really nice to have... IMO the 3LT adds bling but not much more functionality.
I think the 2LT is the sweet spot for features and value.

 

Since you just asked the difference the below should answer your question. Hopefully everyone won't try to sell/argue their own preference as these threads typically turn out.

1LT Trim/Equipment Package:
A nicely equipped sportscar including 8” touchscreen, Bose AM-FM 9 speaker stereo, 3 month Sirius/XM,MP3, MyLink, OnStar, 4G LTE, 8” HD driver info screen, leather power GT sports seats, power break set/release, power locks/windows, active handling, dual-zone AC, keyless access/start, power tilt/telescopic, leather wrap steering w/flat bottom wheel, cruise control, tire pressure monitor, driver, passenger and side airbags, carbon fiber hood, Bremo 4-piston disc brakes, rear view camera, coup- body color painted carbon fiber roof panels, convertible- power soft-top which can be lowered remotely.

2LT includes (adds $4500):
Adds a few necessities including everything found in the 1LT plus: Console and door panels in interior color, Lumbar/wing adjust, Heated/vented seats, Seat emblems, front camera, 10-speaker Bose® premium audio system, Universal Home Remote, Auto-dimming mirrors, Memory Package, Head-Up Display, SiriusXM Satellite Radio with one-year subscription, Enhanced Theft-Deterrent Package, Luggage shade/cargo net

3LT includes (adds $9745):
Everything found in the 1LT and 2LT plus: Navation, PDR upgraded leather (which often has dashboard cracking/shrinking issues).

 

Just comments on the 3LT

This is what it shows on the Chevy Build & Buy website (in addition to what is on the LT2 )

1. Custom leather-wrapped interior (information panel, door panels, center console cover and seats)
2. Sueded microfiber upper interior trim
3. Performance Data Recorder (optional on 1LT/2LT)
4. Napa leather-appointed seating surfaces
5. Navigation (optional on 1LT/2LT)
6. Instrument panel in interior color

For that $5245 you are getting some "different Interior" materials like the sueded microfiber headliner and pillars (if you think that is "better.") Also the word "Leather" in a C7 is a bit confusing. Having looked carefully at what I got in my 3LT 2014 compared to my 2017 2LT what you can conclude is yes, you get "real leather seating surfaces." But even the seat bolsters are NOT "real leather" (a former GM employee said in tests of bolster durability they selected other than leather.) What other surfaces that look leather are, is not clear. GM calls them soft touch. They are eather synthetic leather (GM coins with the Mulan name) or vinyl. Mulan, like other man made leather is ~40% ground up leather scrapes as a filler and is made similar to vinyl. Some may perceive as better BUT as you note, there are reports of that Mulan leather shrinking and pulling away from openings on the dash. Since this shrinking issue is not reported on 1LT and 2LT's it would appear their dash material in vinyl.

My experience with the GM NAV was one reason I got just a 2LT in 2017. It's not as good as what I get for free updates for in my old Garman. Now I mostly use Apple Car Play that displays on my center screen with my iPhone and is updated free. GM still charges over $200 for an update. One advantage of the GM NAV is it does display in HUD.

The other reason is GM got "cheap: on most interior colors after 2015! My 2014 had full interior dash and door panel "leather color" that looked great with my Kalahari 3LT. For 2019 only "Splice Red" has that full color treatment. If I wanted that color would have considered but not Kalahari (and most colors that are similar) that looks like a patch work quilt to me. I realize esthetics are personal.

The PDR, if desired, is reported to be fine. It can be ordered with a 2LT. These can be also be purchased from aftermarket sources but are not integrated into the cars system.


With Apple Car Play NAV Displays on the FULL Center Screen with My iPhone Connected in the Center Console



Difference Between My 3LT 2014 and Current 3LT Interiors Except Spice Red

 

Im going to ask mod if we can have a section "Ask JerryU" for graphic answer!

 

Yep, a pictures worth a 1000 words. Especially today when many won't read past 280 characters!

 

I agree with Jerry regarding the 2014/5 Kalahari interior vs 2016/2019 interior in a 3LT interior. If I was buying a 2019 with Kalahari, I would get a 2LT not a 3LT and use Car play and google maps and not get the nav/pdr.

 

I'd like a 0LT option.

 

Especially since the 3LT leather dash can have peeling issues, thus some consider it a risk.

I think my 3LT interior looks great, very upscale and nice with the variety of materials - but other then PDR which wasn't available in 2014 (boo!) and the microfiber seat inserts (separate option) there is nothing I would miss dropping down to the 2LT.

 

That would be awesome. Roll your own windows, no A/C, no power door locks...etc. Throw in a 36 gallon fuel tank and I’m in!

 

Thanks Jerry. I was uncomfortable about the Kalahari 2LT interior for some reason but you describer perfectly for me. Patch work quilt.

 

Just FYI MANY, not all, but many, 2LTs have Nav/PDR as an option.

 

I agree, but every owner has their own opinion on what level of options they want on theri car. Hard to make a bad choice.

 

Numerous worthwhile upgrades. I'm extremely pleased that I chose to go with the 3LT. The last thing I wanted when spending over $50K was a stripped, not equipped new C7.


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After paying ala carte, they'd be better off getting the 3LT Package.


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Never understood getting the NAV. For me a complete waste of money.

 

Yep the 1LT is stripped, not equipped ......... Right........ One of these days you are going to finally make a post that's accurate and it's going to be such a rare occasion I hope they make it a sticky.

1LT Trim/Equipment Package:
A nicely equipped sportscar including 8” touchscreen, Bose AM-FM 9 speaker stereo, 3 month Sirius/XM,MP3, MyLink, OnStar, 4G LTE, 8” HD driver info screen, leather power GT sports seats, power break set/release, power locks/windows, active handling, dual-zone AC, keyless access/start, power tilt/telescopic, leather wrap steering w/flat bottom wheel, cruise control, tire pressure monitor, driver, passenger and side airbags, carbon fiber hood, Bremo 4-piston disc brakes, rear view camera, coup- body color painted carbon fiber roof panels, convertible- power soft-top which can be lowered remotely.

 

Depends on the year. In 14 and 15 there wasn't Apple car play or Android Auto so nav was useful (so some). My 15 is a 2lt with PDr and nav and I still use my phone for nav purposes.