We’ve known that Chevy is currently working on hotter versions of the C8 Corvette, including the Z06 and the Corvette Zora. Now it looks like a leak is providing some clues to when these other variants will arrive and how much power they will bring to the table.
Hagerty has obtained a schedule of the release dates for each of the upcoming trim levels for the C8 Corvette. The big news is the “Zora” which will arrive in 2025 with a 5.5-liter hybrid powertrain that generates a massive 1,000 horsepower.
| Model Year | Engine | Power (est.) | Torque (est.) | Likely Application |
| 2021 | LT2 6.2-liter 16-valve OHV | 490-495 hp | 465-470 lb-ft | RHD Corvettes for export |
| 2022 | LT6 5.5-liter 32-valve DOHC | 650 hp | 600 lb-ft | Corvette Z06 |
| 2023 | LT2 6.2-liter 16-valve OHV hybrid | 600 hp | 500 lb-ft | Corvette Grand Sport |
| 2024 | LT7 5.5-liter twin-turbo DOHC | 850 hp | 825 lb-ft | Corvette ZR1 |
| 2025 | LT7HP1 5.5-liter twin-turbo DOHC hybrid | 1000 hp | 975 lb-ft | Corvette ZORA |
In addition to the Corvette Zora, the other big news is the Corvette Grand Sport, which is also getting a hybrid powertrain like the Zora.
In the meantime we’ve also learned that the 2021 Corvette is getting some new color and stripe options.
