I don't think we really have to worry about there not being a V8 offered. I stated in another thread that I hoped they would continue to offer V8s for a very long time even if they are smaller than the current generation. If they do use the 5.5L V8 from the next generation corvette, then that's good for everybody. Better mileage and you'll still get that V8 sound. They have 0.6L 4 cyl engines, so theoretically you could have a 1.2L V8. But I'll be honest with you, it won't sound anything like the current V8s! But I am willing to bet that even if they have to start making 3L V8 engines for emissions purposes, there will still be demand for them because it's a "V8" The legendary 454ci engine was 7.4L You can't buy that in a car today, but I don't really see people complaining because the modern 6.2L or even Fords 5.0L can pump out as much HP and torque with the proper modifications. Maybe in 20 years they can pump out similar numbers out of a naturally aspirated 3L. Who knows...
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