Chevrolet  ·  Model Year 2027  ·  Debut: Sebring, March 2026

The Legend
Returns. Twice.

Two cars. One storied name. A next-generation naturally aspirated V8 that produces more torque than any other NA V8 before it — and an electrified all-wheel-drive variant that takes it somewhere entirely new.

Grand Sport · 535 hp
Grand Sport X · 721 hp
6.7L LS6 V8
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Overview

Performance. Defined Two Ways.

Chevrolet is reviving one of Corvette's most storied racing names with the 2027 Corvette Grand Sport, and creating new legacy with the Grand Sport X. Born in the early 1960s as a limited run of five C2 race cars that competed at tracks like Sebring International Raceway, Grand Sport has long stood for lightweight, track-focused Corvettes that look as fast as they drive. The 2027 lineup brings that DNA into the mid-engine era — with two distinct expressions of the same relentless philosophy.

2027 Corvette Grand Sport Front 7/8

Rear-Wheel Drive  ·  Purist

Grand Sport

535 hp · 520 lb-ft · 6.7L LS6 V8 · RWD

2027 Corvette Grand Sport X Front

All-Wheel Drive  ·  eAWD

Grand Sport X

721 hp combined · 6.7L LS6 V8 + Front Electric Motor · AWD

Powertrain

The Next-Generation
LS6 6.7L V8

Launching General Motors' sixth generation of Small Block V8s, the new LS6 is the heart of both Grand Sport models — and the 2027 Stingray. A larger 6.7-liter displacement, 13.0:1 compression ratio, tunnel-ram intake, and 95-mm throttle body combine with forged pistons and rods and a high-capacity lubrication system to unlock power and durability that redefine what a naturally aspirated V8 can do. Assembly returns to GM's Flint Engine Operations in Michigan — the same city that built the first Corvette V8 in 1955.

Next-Generation LS6 V8

LS6 6.7L V8 at a Glance

Naturally aspirated. No turbos. No supercharger. Just 409 cubic inches of displacement, modern fuel delivery, and 70-plus years of Small Block evolution.

535hp
Peak Horsepower
520lb-ft
Peak Torque
6.7L
Displacement (409 cu in)
13.0:1
Compression Ratio
6,600rpm
Redline
8-spd
Dual-Clutch Trans.

The Purist

Corvette Grand Sport

The Grand Sport is engineered for the driver who wants maximum connection — rear-wheel drive, naturally aspirated, tuned for feel. It's the sweet spot in the Corvette lineup: visceral V8 character, everyday drivability, and the option to chase lap times when the weekend demands it. Magnetic Ride Control is standard, and an available quad center-exit exhaust — the first center exhaust on a pushrod V8 in the C8 generation — announces every throttle input with authority.

Grand Sport Pack Shot Grand Sport Rear 7/8

Three Levels of Capability

Grand Sport's chassis package lineup lets buyers choose their level of commitment — from continent-crossing grand tourer to serious track weapon.

Standard Touring

Magnetic Ride Control; Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4 tires; low-dust, corrosion-resistant brake system. The everyday weapon.

Z52 Sport Performance Package

Stiffer suspension tuning; high-performance J56 iron brakes borrowed from the Z06; Michelin Pilot Sport 4S summer tires. Available carbon aero package and carbon-ceramic brakes.

Z52 Track Performance Package

Carbon-ceramic J57 brakes; Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2R tires; quad center-exit exhaust; full carbon fiber aero package with high wing, dive planes, rockers, splitter, and underbody strakes. The most track-capable Grand Sport ever built.

The eAWD Performer

Corvette Grand Sport X

Grand Sport X expands the Grand Sport formula with a front-axle electric motor and compact 1.9 kWh battery pack — the same eAWD system proven in the record-setting ZR1X — to create a 721-horsepower all-weather, all-conditions performer. Standard carbon-ceramic brakes and Magnetic Ride Control ensure the extra output is matched by the stopping and cornering to use it. The high-voltage battery sits low and centered to preserve the agility of the mid-engine platform.

Grand Sport X Rear Wide

eAWD System

The front electric drive unit provides near-instant torque to the front axle, combining the corner-exiting traction of AWD with the rear-wheel-drive feel Corvette drivers expect. An intelligent controls system manages power distribution seamlessly — or lets the driver take full control.

721hp
Combined Power
145lb-ft
Front Axle Torque
186hp
Electric Motor Output
1.9kWh
Battery Capacity

Driver-Controlled Power Modes

Like ZR1X, Grand Sport X puts the driver in charge of how the battery's stored energy is deployed on track and on the road.

Endurance — Charge+
Qualifying — Max Lap
Push-to-Pass
Stealth Mode (EV to 50 mph)
Shuttle Mode (to 23 mph)

Stealth and Shuttle modes allow silent electric-only movement — ideal for paddock transit or quiet neighborhoods — without engaging the V8.

"Grand Sport has always been the Corvette for drivers who want the spirit of a race car in a package they can enjoy every day. With the new Grand Sport and Grand Sport X, we've taken that formula into the mid-engine era."
Scott Bell  ·  VP, Global Chevrolet

Design & Heritage

Born on the Track.
Built for the Road.

The original C2 Grand Sports were purpose-built race cars, and the bold liveries and stripes they wore still influence today's design. Signature Grand Sport hash marks — historically seen on the front fenders of C4, C6, and C7 models — now move to the rear for the first time, nodding to the V8's position behind the cockpit in the mid-engine C8. Admiral Blue Metallic, revived from the C4 era, enables the iconic blue body, white center stripe, and red hash mark appearance. New for 2027: Pitch Gray Metallic joins the palette across all Corvette models.

Grand Sport Side Profile Grand Sport Badge Grand Sport Overhead Grand Sport Spoiler Grand Sport X Badge

Launch Edition Interior

An exclusive package curated to feel like a one-of-one option for each owner. Nearly every surface is finished in Santorini Blue with red stitching and accents. Headrests are embossed with a unique Grand Sport exterior plan view outline. A special waterfall speaker plaque and Grand Sport steering wheel badge complete the package — available only on inaugural 2027 models.

Interior Wide Launch Edition Headrest

Exclusive

Launch Edition

Only available on the inaugural 2027 models, the Launch Edition is Chevrolet's invitation to be part of history — the first customers to own the Grand Sport in its mid-engine form.

Santorini Blue Dipped interior — nearly every surface wrapped in signature blue with red stitching

Embossed headrests featuring the Grand Sport exterior plan-view outline

Red accent stripe on the driver information center hood, aligned with the center steering wheel mark

Waterfall speaker plaque with Launch Edition designation

Grand Sport steering wheel badge

Available with multiple exterior colors — including the iconic Admiral Blue Metallic + white stripe combination

Interior Plaque

By the Numbers

Full Specifications

Engine
TypeNext-Generation LS6 6.7L V8, Naturally Aspirated
Displacement6.7L / 409 cu in
Bore & Stroke103.25 mm × 100 mm
Horsepower535 hp
Torque520 lb-ft
Compression Ratio13.0:1
InductionTunnel-ram intake; high-velocity ports; 95 mm throttle body
Fuel DeliveryDirect + Port Injection with Active Fuel Management
Max RPM6,600 rpm
ExhaustCorner-exit standard; quad center-exit available
AssemblyGM Flint Engine Operations, Flint, Michigan
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission8-speed dual-clutch (DCT), manual and auto modes
DriveRear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Final Drive Ratio5.56:1
Rear DifferentialElectronic LSD (eLSD), standard
Chassis & Suspension
Front SuspensionSLA double wishbone; forged aluminum upper; monotube shocks; Magnetic Ride Control
Rear SuspensionSLA double wishbone; direct-acting stabilizer bar; monotube shocks; Magnetic Ride Control
SteeringVariable-ratio rack-and-pinion with electric power assist; 15.7:1 ratio
Standard BrakeseBoost-assisted discs; Brembo 6-piston front / 4-piston rear monobloc
Std. Rotor Size (Front)14.6 × 1.3 in / 370 × 34 mm
Avail. Carbon-Ceramic (Front)15.7 × 1.5 in / 398 × 38 mm
Standard Wheels20 × 10 in front / 21 × 13 in rear — 10-spoke forged aluminum
Standard Tires275/30ZR20 front · 345/25ZR21 rear (Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4)
Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase107.2 in / 2,722 mm
Overall Length184.6 in / 4,688 mm
Overall Width79.7 in / 2,025 mm (excl. mirrors)
Overall Height48.6 in / 1,234 mm
Base Curb Weight3,520 lb / 1,597 kg
Fuel Tank18.5 gal / 70 L
Cargo Volume12.6 cu ft / 356.8 L
Engine
TypeNext-Generation LS6 6.7L V8, Naturally Aspirated
Displacement6.7L / 409 cu in
Horsepower (V8)535 hp
Torque (V8)520 lb-ft
Combined System Power721 hp
Compression Ratio13.0:1
Max RPM6,600 rpm
Electrification System (eAWD)
Motor TypePermanent magnet drive motor, front axle
Electric Power186 hp / 137 kW
Electric Torque145 lb-ft / 197 Nm (front axle)
Fixed Gear Ratio8.15:1
Battery TypeLithium-ion
Battery Energy1.9 kWh
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission8-speed DCT; auxiliary hydraulic pump for hybrid modes
DriveAll-Wheel Drive (AWD) via eAWD
Final Drive Ratio5.56:1
Chassis & Brakes
SuspensionSLA double wishbone front & rear; Magnetic Ride Control standard
Standard BrakesCarbon-ceramic discs standard; Brembo 4-piston monobloc front & rear
Rotor Size (Front)15.7 × 1.5 in / 398 × 38 mm
Rotor Size (Rear)15.4 × 1.3 in / 390 × 34 mm
Standard TiresMichelin Pilot Sport All Season 4+ ZP (run-flat)
Available TiresMichelin Pilot Sport 4S ZP (Performance Package)
Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase107 in / 2,723 mm
Overall Length184.58 in / 4,688 mm
Overall Width79.71 in (excl. mirrors)
Overall Height48.60 in / 1,234 mm
Base Curb Weight3,800 lb / 1,724 kg
Fuel Tank18.5 gal / 70 L