Spy Shots: Corvette C8 Stingray Powertrain Pushes Minimum 500 HP

[SID297]

From SEMA:

This a Corvette C8 Stingray prototype with EPA exhaust tips, indicating that a powertrain update is in store for the base model C8.

According to sources, the C8 Stingray will gain more power for the ’24 model year, which would explain the presence of the EPA/EEA testing exhaust tips on this prototype. The powertrain changes are expected to put the C8 Stingray above the 500hp mark, which seems very feasible given that the car is currently rated at 495 hp with the optional performance exhaust system.

Going forward, the C8 stingray should receive a modest exterior refresh with a revised front/rear end along a revised Interior too.

Expect an official debut somewhere around Q1 of 2024.

 

[CobraBob]

525 would be a nice number. I'd be interested to see what interior changes they make.

 

[PhoenixM3]

Yeah, I’m at 916 allocations ahead of me, so I’ll likely have get a ‘24.

 

[Z06]

I'm doubting that, that looks like emissions testing only. Maybe for the lads across the pond or the Asian market.

 

[03cobra#694]

I dislike the rear on these.

 

[CobraBob]

Me as well, Brad. The rear of the C8 has turned me off from the getgo.

This angle, not so bad.

This angle.....fugly!

 

[PhoenixM3]

Only the top pic is a coupe. I prefer to see the engine.

 

[Diablo Mike]

I thought you needed 2 throttle bodies to make 500 hp?

 

[PhoenixM3]

I thought you needed 2 throttle bodies to make 500 hp?

...and 4 cams

 

[CobraBob]

And, of course, there's a bump up in power with the E-Ray! 655hp and AWD.

Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray hybrid revealed as the quickest Chevy in history

The 2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray is a high performance hybrid version of the sports car that has all-wheel-drive and is the quickest vehicle GM has ever made.

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[robvas]

And, of course, there's a bump up in power with the E-Ray! 655hp and AWD.

Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray hybrid revealed as the quickest Chevy in history

The 2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray is a high performance hybrid version of the sports car that has all-wheel-drive and is the quickest vehicle GM has ever made.

www.foxnews.com

Nearly the same price as the plaid but slower...dammit gm

 

[PhoenixM3]

Nearly the same price as the plaid but slower...dammit gm

Yeah, but the Plaid is a panty-dropper. And by panties, I mean banana hammocks. Ergo ghey.

 

[GTSpartan]

Nearly the same price as the plaid but slower...dammit gm

A hybrid powertrain will never compete with a full EV in pure acceleration. Never going to happen. The airpump is the limiting factor, so unless we are willing to part with our beloved ICE, this is what we get.

 

[robvas]

A hybrid powertrain will never compete with a full EV in pure acceleration. Never going to happen. The airpump is the limiting factor, so unless we are willing to part with our beloved ICE, this is what we get.

Porsche 918?

 

[GTSpartan]

Porsche 918?

Rimac Nevera

Heck, a Tesla S Plaid will crush the 918 in acceleration.

At least in the 918, or any hybrid, you don't have to worry about being stranded on the side of the road SOL.

 

[bb83]

And, of course, there's a bump up in power with the E-Ray! 655hp and AWD.

Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray hybrid revealed as the quickest Chevy in history

The 2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray is a high performance hybrid version of the sports car that has all-wheel-drive and is the quickest vehicle GM has ever made.

www.foxnews.com

Eray is for ****

 

[6.0GTO]

When a modified electric vehicle wins any of the drag and drive events I'll then consider ICE defeated. As of now it looks like a climb. Mid 5.70's @260 is the marker. The do have one advantage for sure. They don't have to switch over to race electricity.