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# High Output SportsCars
The Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport X Delivers 721 Hybrid Horsepower

By Adam Harrie | Written with AI assistance | Published 2026-09-22 | Autos
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-output-v-8-sports-cars
References: [motortrend](https://www.motortrend.com/reviews/2027-chevrolet-corvette-grand-sport-x-0-60-mph-quarter-mile-tested)

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Chevrolet's 2027 Corvette Grand Sport and Grand Sport X are mid-engine sports convertibles featuring the new LS6 6.7-liter small-block V-8 and upgraded handling hardware. The Grand Sport pairs the LS6 with a rear-wheel drive layout and 535 hp, while the Grand Sport X adds an 186-hp front electric motor to create a 721-hp hybrid AWD system.

Both models use an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission and Michelin performance tires, and the Grand Sport X carries a 1.9-kWh NMC lithium-ion pack. Curb weights, tire specs, and measured acceleration figures underscore the focus on track-capable performance: 0–60 mph and quarter-mile benchmarks support their high-performance intent.

Drivers get linear power delivery, an adjustable Performance Traction Management system, and launch-control tuning for repeatable launches. The pair sharpens Chevrolet's performance halo by offering both combustion and hybrid routes to Corvette speed and handling.

Image Credit: William Walker

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