General Motors’ worst-kept secret is back, but this time, we’re looking at high-resolution photos and multiple angles. We’re of course talking about the mid-engine Corvette, or C8 Corvette. So, what can we learn from these new photos? Not a whole lot, but it does further justify the argument that this will indeed be a Corvette and not a Cadillac.
The front fascia, which is barely visible underneath the cladding and camouflage, definitely lends itself to Corvette, rather than Cadillac. And if we didn’t have enough proof already, the overall shape still screams, “my engine is in the middle!” However, the short front end and elongated rear are clearer than ever and we can begin to see the rear end’s shape take hold. The windshield and B-pillars are completely visible now as well, and the mirrors even look ready for production in size and shape.
It’s unclear when we’ll see the mid-engine Corvette break cover, but if we continue to see prototypes parading around throughout 2018, an early 2019 reveal doesn’t seem out of the question. When it does show face, expect a few different powertrain options, including the potential for a twin-turbo LT7 V8 engine. CAD drawings revealed the proposed LT7 engine with dual-overhead camshafts and an exhaust with four exhaust tips grouped in pairs. For what its worth, this C8 Corvette prototype also features a similar exhaust to the CAD drawings.
Spy shots:Â Autoblog
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I think you can stop invoking the Cadillac name by now.
Wait till we actually have a Cadillac Mule in testing in a couple years.
Which version would cost more corvette or Cadillac
Any chance for AWD?
“Any chance for AWD?”
There better be! GM would be stupid not to.
If they do a Cadillac it will be near the price of a higher end Vette.
The one in the photo here I’ll be under $90k. Just look at the brakes as they are steel.
I expect an AWD at some point due to the fact they had looked at doing it in the ZR1 but Tadge said their was no room for a drive shaft or to run a unit off the front of the engine.
This is a big clue that the Corvette team is looking into it so I expect the C8 will have one designed I. At some point.
what about an electric motor powering the front wheels.
Is the car still on track to be introduced at NAIAS next week?
Sad that “GM Authority” is behind almost ALL other websites by a good 3 days when it comes to articles like this and articles not reported here like CAD drawings. Yes, Corvette online has all this, already. 3 days late and more than 3 $$$ short, pathetic.
The Cadillac version will be high-tech, comfortable, and classy with handsome styling, Like an Audi R8. Identical underneath, the Corvette will have more aggressive styling, less expensive and luxurious features, a more performance-minded attitude, and high performance variants; like a Huracan.
Would it shock anyone if the 2020 (mid-2019) C8 Corvette featured a 850 horsepower electric motor instead of some twin-turbo V8 given that General Motors wants to be the leader in ZEV.
Yes. Battery tech for lower weight isn’t there yet. But it will happen—–E-Ray
Maybe a version of the c8! Materay
camera in the back above rear window indicates rear view monitor, as opposed to rear view mirror, much like the Cadillac CT-6. Also spotted deployable rear spoiler! Angel of bottom front splitter looks too sharp. that’s probably going to be deployable as well.
If the engine compartment is like the 918 with those flying buttresses on each side I’m not liking that. Maybe that’s the convertible model. So hope so