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CAMAR0 · 06-03-2011, 11:45 AM

http://www.caradvice.com.au/121711/2...turbo-3-0l-v8/

From the article:

General Motors is currently developing the new Chevrolet Corvette C7 which will feature a small capacity, high-revving V8 boosted by turbochargers.

That’s right, the old American adage of ‘there’s no substitute for cubic-inches’ may be about to change. According to international reports in contact with General Motors, the upcoming Chevrolet Corvette C7 will feature a small capacity V8 of around 3.0-litres and use two turbochargers to amp up power.

According to a GM source, the engine could rev as high as 10,000rpm – enough to have most Ferraris running away with their tails between their legs. Although official power figures haven’t been released yet, rumour has it the engine will produce around 300kW.

General Motors has already revealed that the next model will be something “completely different” to the Corvette as we know it. Previous reports also speculated the idea that the new model might offer mid-engine dynamics, putting it in more direct competition to Ferrari as opposed to the current front engine/rear drive layout.

The idea of the old-fashioned ‘big block’ Chevs won’t be completely swept into the bin though. Apparently large engines will still exist in some models at least as an option. The small V8 is likely to make its way into other GM cars such as the Cadillac CTS-V.

The Chevrolet Corvette C7 is expected to debut sometime in 2012. We’ll keep you updated with any official word.

Categories: Car News, Chevrolet, GM, Sports Car
Tags: Chevrolet Corvette, Chevrolet Corvette C7

GEN-IV · 06-03-2011, 01:08 PM

This is probably the future of all "muscle" cars, no thanks, I'll keep my last of the V8 cars.

old motorhead · 06-03-2011, 01:39 PM

That was tough to read. Sure hope it's not true.

CAMAR0 · 06-03-2011, 03:25 PM

Sounds like its GMs compromise in order to keep a v6 turbo out of the vette, meet insane future obama mpg reqs, and not have smog years hp levels.

Oversize the fuel pumps, make it tuneable, and shove it in a lighter ss pleeeease!!!

06-03-2011, 11:45 AM	#1
CAMAR0 Loose is Fast! Drives: Mikes Hard Lemons Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Brick House Posts: 645	Rumor: 2013 C7 to have a 3.0L V8 Twin Turbo http://www.caradvice.com.au/121711/2...turbo-3-0l-v8/ From the article: General Motors is currently developing the new Chevrolet Corvette C7 which will feature a small capacity, high-revving V8 boosted by turbochargers. That’s right, the old American adage of ‘there’s no substitute for cubic-inches’ may be about to change. According to international reports in contact with General Motors, the upcoming Chevrolet Corvette C7 will feature a small capacity V8 of around 3.0-litres and use two turbochargers to amp up power. According to a GM source, the engine could rev as high as 10,000rpm – enough to have most Ferraris running away with their tails between their legs. Although official power figures haven’t been released yet, rumour has it the engine will produce around 300kW. General Motors has already revealed that the next model will be something “completely different” to the Corvette as we know it. Previous reports also speculated the idea that the new model might offer mid-engine dynamics, putting it in more direct competition to Ferrari as opposed to the current front engine/rear drive layout. The idea of the old-fashioned ‘big block’ Chevs won’t be completely swept into the bin though. Apparently large engines will still exist in some models at least as an option. The small V8 is likely to make its way into other GM cars such as the Cadillac CTS-V. The Chevrolet Corvette C7 is expected to debut sometime in 2012. We’ll keep you updated with any official word. Categories: Car News, Chevrolet, GM, Sports Car Tags: Chevrolet Corvette, Chevrolet Corvette C7

06-03-2011, 01:08 PM	#2
GEN-IV Right Cam Drives: 2010 LS3 / 79 Z28 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Maine Posts: 508	This is probably the future of all "muscle" cars, no thanks, I'll keep my last of the V8 cars. __________________ 2010 2SS/RS M6 CGM E-Force + 2015 1LT V6/A6

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06-03-2011, 01:39 PM	#3
old motorhead Drives: Maggie blown LS3 vette Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: SE TX Posts: 1,490	That was tough to read. Sure hope it's not true.

06-03-2011, 03:25 PM	#4
CAMAR0 Loose is Fast! Drives: Mikes Hard Lemons Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Brick House Posts: 645	Sounds like its GMs compromise in order to keep a v6 turbo out of the vette, meet insane future obama mpg reqs, and not have smog years hp levels. Oversize the fuel pumps, make it tuneable, and shove it in a lighter ss pleeeease!!!