You might find the exhaust note a bit quieter.
Update: Chevy spokeswoman said that they have not yet released performance numbers for Corvette Stingrays with gas particulate filters. ”
The Chevy Corvette loves to go above and beyond its weight. It offers exceptional performance at a very affordable cost. With the naturally aspirated V8 generating up to 495 horsepower, the Corvette C8 was finally able to introduce its long-awaited mid engine layout. However, not all markets may be able to enjoy this amount of power. According to a new rumor, the car will arrive in Europe with a mere 30 horsepower less than its American counterpart.
This post is a result of a MidEngineCorvetteForum.com User who claims he has spoken with multiple dealers to confirm that the C8 Corvette will have 468 horsepower (349 kW) as well as 455 pound-feet (616 Newton meters) of torque. This is well below the maximum 495 horsepower (369 kW), and 470 lbft (637Nm) that are available in the US. Chevy has been contacted for comment.
What is the alleged reason for this downgrade? The European Union’s strict emissions regulations are the reason. According to rumors, Chevy will need to install the Gasoline Partiate Filter (GPF), which will reduce some power. This means that the Corvette will be able to go 60 mph (96 km/h) slower than it was previously. It will also take 3.5 seconds to get on the Old Continent.
We have heard many instances of power downgrades. Because of the Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicle Test Procedure, 2018, Volkswagen had the need to lower the Golf R in Europe 10 horsepower. The GPF can also alter output. The GPF can alter the sound of the C8’s output. This would be a shame considering its raucous exhaust note.
Although the Corvette’s naturally aspirated engine is more powerful than others, it makes it hard to offset the loss in power. This rumor is not pleasant when you consider the Corvette Launch Edition will cost EUR99,000 (119,500 at current exchange rate) for the coupe. Chevy has not yet announced the pricing of the base model, but it is the same as the 2LT model with ZR1 Performance Pack.