Next Generation Corvette Will Be Given Small Block V8 Engine
Written by tonks on June 30, 2010 
Chevy is taking some bold steps to ensure that the next generation Corvette is going to be bigger, badder, and of course faster than previous models. According to sources inside of GM the new model is going to be getting a brand new engine. This is contrary to the rumors surrounding this subject that claimed the new Corvette would be using a V6 instead of the usual V8 engine.
The biggest change will be in the C7 power plant – which will be downgraded from the 6.2 or 7.0 liter. According to speculation, the new model will be given one of the next generation small block GM engines. If this is true than it will have a sport direct injection, new combustion system design, and E85 capability.
One of the biggest features that will not be included are overhead cams. However, GM will continue to use their standard overhead valve design. This will help to lower the cost of manufacturing it and provide small engine dimensions.
With all of these features the new V8 engine will be cleaner and more fuel efficient without ever losing any of its power. Corvette fanatics will be happy to know that the C7 engine has the ability to displace 5.5 liters and push out 440 horsepower. Although the displacement is lower than the standard 6.2 and 7.0 liter – it will have more horsepower than the 430 hp it has now.
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Reader Comments
Looks like an interesting car, unlike the Americans to put a massive engine a car!
Thats a good move and a car looks extremely designed…..Defined with the right word so… Nest Generation car….. with whole black color, i think Batman will be the first one to buy this beauty……….
Looks wonderful. Great reading your post as well. Thanks.
I definetely think this car looks like the Bat Mobile and agree with Jack that Batman will be the first to buy one. I like the fact that the V8 engine will be cleaner and more fuel efficient, pretty awesome for this type of car.
Why dont they look the hybrid way? Look at the Porsche 918 – THAT will sell cars. If it works, of course…
With so much speed it requires more fuel than other ordinary cars. But from post it is suggested that car will reduce the fuel consumption and more cleaner than earlier one. This is good for the luxury brand.
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Yes…definitely this is nice car.i like that this concept v8 engine will be more cleaner & more fuel efficiently.i agree with jack that batman will be the first to buy one.
WOW
corvette looks so amazing!!
Looks awesome…… its truly looks like next generation car.
enjoy reading your post. keep posting the updates of next generation cars
Yeah…awesome. I want to buy one
or two maybe 
I think the design needs to be changed (slightly). the back looks like pooh. They need to smooth it out and not make it look like a classic cadillac (wings). The front needs to be softened some too. The engine idea is good. I hope they can get some good horsepower results, like 100hp/liter.
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ugly dumbass car.