Magnetic Ride
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Magnetic Ride
I haven't been active on this great forum for several years. Just started thinking about a 2027 Stingray. My question is, if I chose magnetic ride option does it still allow you to select between comfort and other settings as it did in the past? It looks like the dial for changing ride modes is no longer there. I do not feel I will need the z51 package, or do I need to add that to make it change the ride dynamics? I would like to be able to change the comfort settings.
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May 29, 2026, 11:20 AM
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Mag ride is the **** and IMO, is the ONLY must have option for these cars.
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You can toggle through the different drive modes using the button on the console. You can also set the different MSRC suspension modes in My Mode and Z-Mode. You don't need Z51 to get MSRC.
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I haven't been active on this great forum for several years. Just started thinking about a 2027 Stingray. My question is, if I chose magnetic ride option does it still allow you to select between comfort and other settings as it did in the past? It looks like the dial for changing ride modes is no longer there. I do not feel I will need the z51 package, or do I need to add that to make it change the ride dynamics? I would like to be able to change the comfort settings.
Every C8 has the mode selector, whether it has Mag Ride or not.
And the mode you would be referring to is called "Touring" on the C8.
Each mode has its own unique program for the Mag Ride.
Melting Slicks
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Mine's a '23 non Z51 with the mag ride. You can definitely feel the differences between tour, sport and track. Whether or not you need the Z51 option usually sparks endless debates. I'm guessing 90%+ corvette owners don't track their cars, but even spirited driving a non Z51 can get pretty "spirited". Of course in the end it's your decision 👍
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I have owned Z51's in the past. I felt no real need for it on the 8 so I passed when ordering it BUT when it comes to MR, my last four Corvettes have all had Mag Ride and I would not own one without it... that's just me because I'm crazy like dat. It is A LOT of technology for a little bit of money and well worth it in my opinion.
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Drifting
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I haven't been active on this great forum for several years. Just started thinking about a 2027 Stingray. My question is, if I chose magnetic ride option does it still allow you to select between comfort and other settings as it did in the past? It looks like the dial for changing ride modes is no longer there. I do not feel I will need the z51 package, or do I need to add that to make it change the ride dynamics? I would like to be able to change the comfort settings.
And yes, if you order Magnetic Ride, you still have access to the different drive modes and can select a more comfortable ride or a sportier setup. You do not need the Z51 package to benefit from Magnetic Ride or to adjust the ride dynamics.
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Yes, using the mode selector you can select through Tour, Sport and Track, which adjust all settings to each mode. You can also use MyMode and ZMode to set individual customizations of various settings (i.e. you can use MyMode to set Tour suspension, Sport steering & brakes, and Track exhaust and then leave it in MyMode, which will hold across ignition cycles.
Racer
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I have the base suspension without Mag Ride and it rides way better than my two C7's and C6. I can't see mag ride getting much better but I could be wrong. My daily is a Cadillac Lyriq so I know a smooth ride.
Racer
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Racer
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From: Albany NY
Mag ride does a whole lot more than just provide a smooth ride. In my opinion, the smooth ride is least important part of this must have option.
Drifting
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I can feel the difference when I went from my C8 Stingray with standard suspension to my new E-Ray with mag ride. I would recommend and give a thumbs up for mag ride when ordering a new car. 
Racer
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I have the same set up. If I was going to track a car I would get Z51 + mag ride, otherwise I can't think of any use for it and it is just one more complicated gadget to go wrong if it is not doing something for you, you can't push the car hard enough on public roads to make the excellent base suspension misbehave without risking death and the ride is otherwise very comfortable. Haven't owned a mag ride car but did spend a couple days in one at the Ron Fellows course.
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Mine's a '23 non Z51 with the mag ride. You can definitely feel the differences between tour, sport and track. Whether or not you need the Z51 option usually sparks endless debates. I'm guessing 90%+ corvette owners don't track their cars, but even spirited driving a non Z51 can get pretty "spirited". Of course in the end it's your decision 👍