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Celebrating Engine Types: V-8

We could do a whole series on this one. Probably the great engine type in the “if you could only have one” sense. Shown here is what we think is the iconic V-8, the small block Chevy.

By Tom Martin | January 29, 2013
Graphed: 5.0-Liter V-8 Power

There’s something magical about five liters of displacement divided among eight cylinders. Right now, Ford, Jaguar/Land Rover, Hyundai, and Lexus are using them in various vehicles, and we haven’t found one that’s let us down yet. Whether naturally aspirated or supercharged, they all sing a great song and provide a healthy kick in the pants.

By John Beltz Snyder | August 25, 2011
Ask It: 2011 Roush Stage 2 Mustang GT Convertible

We have just taken delivery of a Ford Mustang GT equipped with a Roush Performance Stage 2 kit. Our droptop GT features the standard 5.0-liter V-8, but has been supplemented by a Roush Performance exhaust.

By Brandon Turkus | August 18, 2010
First Look: 2011 Ford Mustang GT Gets 5.0-Liter V-8 Power

The Mustang GT has always been one of our favorite sports cars, and there’s more to love for the 2011 model year — the Mustang GT gets an all-new 5.0-liter V-8 engine, producing 412 horsepower and 390 pound-feet of torque.

By Steven J. Ewing | December 27, 2009
Report: Mercedes-Benz Developing Twin-Turbo V-8 To Replace 6.2-Liter AMG Engine

Mercedes-Benz’s line of AMG cars are potent performers, and the much-loved 6.2-liter, naturally aspirated V-8 lies at the heart of every AMG currently available (save the SLK and G, of course). And while we’ve grown very fond of this sweet-sounding mill over the past years, a report from Edmunds’ Inside Line reveals that our 6.2-liter bomber might not be around much longer.

By Steven J. Ewing | December 15, 2009
Spy Shots: Is This Lotus Prototype A Mule For The V-8 Esprit?

Our spy photographer caught this Lotus prototype out testing. Could it be a mule for a V-8 engine for the new Lotus Esprit?

By John Beltz Snyder | December 01, 2009

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