- Corvette Grand Sport will reportedly launch for the 2027 model year.
- Prototype wore Buick Tri-Shield logo referencing Gran Sport roots.
- Widebody design matches the look of E-Ray, Z06, and ZR1 models.
The C8 Chevrolet Corvette has been a revelation, folding supercar looks and sharp-edged performance into something far more attainable than its European rivals. From the base Stingray, through to the hypercar-rivalling ZR1X, there are options to suit all types of buyers. Now, another name could be making a return, one that fans have been watching for.
Speculation has been swirling about the possible return of the Grand Sport nameplate for quite some time, and it now appears to be inching closer to reality.
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Last month, a heavily disguised C8 prototype was spotted out in the wild, wearing wheel center caps that raised more than a few eyebrows. Instead of a Corvette badge, it carried Buick’s classic Tri-Shield logo, an unexpected detail that some interpreted as an intentional easter egg, referencing the Gran Sport lineage once associated with Buick’s performance history.
Reports from GM Authority and longtime Corvette insider Rick Conti suggest there’s genuine momentum behind the Grand Sport revival. At the heart of the buzz is a new version of GM’s Small Block V8, which is reportedly set to carry the LS6 designation.
What’s There to Look Forward To?
This upcoming engine is said to come in two sizes, 5.7 and 6.6 liters. A leaked sound clip offers a preview of what’s in store. There’s a full-bodied growl, some crackle on overrun, and an exhaust note that already has fans tuning in on repeat.
That’s not where the good news ends. All Grand Sport models could come with the same widebody kit as featured on the E-Ray, Z06, ZR1, and ZR1X models, rather than the less aggressive body of the base Stingray.
The Grand Sport will reportedly be released for the 2027 model year, and it’s expected to become the highest-volume Corvette in the range. That means it could outsell even the entry-level Stingray, and will likely pull many shoppers away from the current E-Ray and Z06.
It’ll also come in well below those two on cost. The E-Ray starts at $108,600, while the Z06 comes in at $120,300. The base Stingray kicks off around $70,000, giving Chevrolet plenty of room to position the Grand Sport.
Most guesses place it in the $85,000 to $100,000 range, which could make it the sweet spot for buyers who want more without going all-in.
