Zer package worth it??
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Zer package worth it??
Hello all,
I have a general question. I’m still waiting on my first C8 Corvette and it’s gonna be a 2026 eray. My status code is only 1100 but I did find one that’s already produced, but it does not include the ZER package.
I added it to my build because its only $500. Is it big upgrade over the factory magnetic ride configuration? Or is it a no noticeable difference?
I have a general question. I’m still waiting on my first C8 Corvette and it’s gonna be a 2026 eray. My status code is only 1100 but I did find one that’s already produced, but it does not include the ZER package.
I added it to my build because its only $500. Is it big upgrade over the factory magnetic ride configuration? Or is it a no noticeable difference?
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Hello all,
I have a general question. I’m still waiting on my first C8 Corvette and it’s gonna be a 2026 eray. My status code is only 1100 but I did find one that’s already produced, but it does not include the ZER package.
I added it to my build because its only $500. Is it big upgrade over the factory magnetic ride configuration? Or is it a no noticeable difference?
I have a general question. I’m still waiting on my first C8 Corvette and it’s gonna be a 2026 eray. My status code is only 1100 but I did find one that’s already produced, but it does not include the ZER package.
I added it to my build because its only $500. Is it big upgrade over the factory magnetic ride configuration? Or is it a no noticeable difference?
Key Features of the ZER Package:
Tires: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S ZP (Summer-only).
Suspension: Specific ZER suspension tuning with Magnetic Ride Control.
Performance: Improved cornering and higher performance thresholds compared to the base E-Ray.
Appearance: Often includes a more aggressive rear spoiler with a wicker bill for improved aerodynamics.
The package is designed for maximum grip, particularly in warm, dry, or track conditions, rather than the year-round utility of the standard E-Ray setup.
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I have the ZER option on a 2026 Eray and to the best of my knowledge the only difference is Michelin Pilot Sport 4S vs All Season tires. The 4S provide slightly stickier traction. The rear spoiler on my Eray is standard with no adjustable wicker bill. The Eray's come standard with Magnetic Ride so I do not know if calibrations are changed with ZER option. I could not find any information stating the Mag Ride is recalibrated.
It looks like the ZER option on the Stingray is only available with the Z51 package. On the Stingray, Mag ride is a separate option with or without Z51 package.
It looks like the ZER option on the Stingray is only available with the Z51 package. On the Stingray, Mag ride is a separate option with or without Z51 package.
Last edited by Mike's LS3; Feb 16, 2026 at 04:06 PM.
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Hello all,
I have a general question. I’m still waiting on my first C8 Corvette and it’s gonna be a 2026 eray. My status code is only 1100 but I did find one that’s already produced, but it does not include the ZER package.
I added it to my build because its only $500. Is it big upgrade over the factory magnetic ride configuration? Or is it a no noticeable difference?
I have a general question. I’m still waiting on my first C8 Corvette and it’s gonna be a 2026 eray. My status code is only 1100 but I did find one that’s already produced, but it does not include the ZER package.
I added it to my build because its only $500. Is it big upgrade over the factory magnetic ride configuration? Or is it a no noticeable difference?
The ZER package only includes the PS4S tires. The mag ride is the same for both the ZER equipped tires and the all season equipped tires. Many say that the all season tires are almost as good in terms of performance as the PS4S tires are, but I have no first had experience with the all season tires.
Good luck with your order. It seems right now that ER allocations are somewhat hard to come by as the factory is not building many right now.
Last edited by ZPirate; Feb 16, 2026 at 01:50 PM.
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Here's what ZER includes from the Online Order/Reference Guide:
The E-Ray includes MSRC even without ZER, but ZER has different calibrations.
ZER ZER Performance Package, includes (XFR) 275/30ZR20 front and 345/25ZR21 rear, blackwall, high performance tires and (FED) ZER suspension with Magnetic Selective Ride Control
FED Suspension, ZER with Magnetic Selective Ride Control
- Included and only available with (ZER) ZER Performance Package.
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As mentioned previously, the ZER package is only Summer tires versus All Season tires. Definitely not a desirable option on the Eray, and probably detracts from it, since it's not needed with the all wheel drive. Skip the ZER option.
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There seems to be two schools of thought as to whether the ZER MSRC has different calibrations or not. I looked at this issue before purchasing my ER with the ZER package. This is the best thread I've seen on the issue. ZER Suspension
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Yes, that was my conclusion as well before purchasing my ER. No difference in MSRC calibration. Just the tires. Also appears that the all season tires developed for the ER are pretty darn good.
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There seems to be two schools of thought as to whether the ZER MSRC has different calibrations or not. I looked at this issue before purchasing my ER with the ZER package. This is the best thread I've seen on the issue. ZER Suspension
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I guess that you have to decide whether you want to wait for GM to pick up your order or go get the one that is already on the lot
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Last edited by ZPirate; Feb 17, 2026 at 12:37 PM.
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It depends on where you live and how you intend to use your ER. I live in the Southeast and my ER is only used in nice weather. My daily driver is also AWD, but its an SUV. So I wanted maximum performance over all season capability as we only have a couple of months of cold weather and the rest of the year is mild to hot.
The ZER package only includes the PS4S tires. The mag ride is the same for both the ZER equipped tires and the all season equipped tires. Many say that the all season tires are almost as good in terms of performance as the PS4S tires are, but I have no first had experience with the all season tires.
Good luck with your order. It seems right now that ER allocations are somewhat hard to come by as the factory is not building many right now.
The ZER package only includes the PS4S tires. The mag ride is the same for both the ZER equipped tires and the all season equipped tires. Many say that the all season tires are almost as good in terms of performance as the PS4S tires are, but I have no first had experience with the all season tires.
Good luck with your order. It seems right now that ER allocations are somewhat hard to come by as the factory is not building many right now.
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Based on the information in the thread I posted about earlier in this thread, there is no difference in the suspension or mag ride between the ZER cars and the ones with all season tires.