Corvette Z07 Rumored to Get Twin-Turbo 4.5-Liter V8
Rumor has it that the Chevrolet Corvette will benefit from the Cadillac Elmiraj concept’s 4.5-liter, twin-turbo V8 engine with an estimated 500 hp and 500 lb-ft of torque.
That V8 powerplant could be what will power the Z06’s successor, rumored to be called the Z07. And while we’ve heard these rumors before, it is now believed that the powerplant will push closer to 600 hp in the Corvette Z07.
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Meanwhile, it is also rumored that the Cadillac flagship will arrive in sedan form by 2016, influenced by the Elmiraj concept. The sedan will be available with a 3.0-liter turbo V6 in addition to the 3.6-liter turbo V6 which currently produces 420 hp in the CTS Vsport.
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[Source: CarScoops]
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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