New Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport previewed ahead of official debut

Ahead of its official global debut, Chevrolet has previewed the upcoming new Corvette Grand Sport.

Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport

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Scheduled to make its official global debut on 26 March 2026, Chevrolet has previewed the new Corvette Grand Sport at the 2026 12 Hours of Sebring race. Although details surrounding the new model remain thin, the US automaker has confirmed the C8-generation Corvette Grand Sport will employ GM’s “next-generation” V8 technology, with reports suggesting the powertrain will come in the shape of the brand’s new LS6 small-block unit. The V8 is said to have a capacity of 6.7 litres and go without forced induction. The powertrain will reportedly also feature a new direct and port injection system.

While Chevrolet has yet to reveal how much power the engine produces, according to reports, the naturally aspirated mill could produce around 410 kW. If the latter is proven true, in terms of power output, the Grand Sport will slot in between the Stingray and Z06 in the company’s Corvette lineup.

As a reminder, the Corvette Stingray, which we sampled in Cape Town for a first drive in 2025, is equipped with a 6.2-litre naturally aspirated V8, which produces 369 kW and 628 N.m of torque – good for a claimed 0-100 km/h sprint time of 3.5 seconds. The more focused variant in the local Corvette range, the Z06’s 5.5-litre naturally aspirated V8 is endowed with 475 kW; allowing for a claimed 0-100 km/h sprint time of 3.0 seconds.

Finished in a blue hue, from the initial images it seems the new Grand Sport will feature a similar widebody kit as the current Z06. A quad exhaust system, positioned at the centre of the rear end, is also present. Other standout features include a new front splitter and rear spoiler.

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