For a long time, V8 engines were the goal, they were what you would strive to have beneath your hood. But in an automotive world dominated by electrification and where efficiency is more important than ever, the iconic V8 engine has become somewhat of an afterthought, becoming few and far between in their availability on the market. But the Chevy lineup still has a few to offer, which models have a V8 option in 2025? That’s what we’re going to cover today, so you gas-powered purists know exactly which models will give you the rumble and roar you crave.
2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
While you might think that plenty of half-ton pickup trucks would still offer V8 engines even while other vehicles begin to discontinue them, the truth is that there are actually only three nameplates that do. One of those three? The 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500, of course! In fact, the Silverado 1500 offers two different V8 options:
- 5.3L EcoTec3
- 355 horsepower
- 383 pound-feet of torque
- Standard on LTZ, High Country
- Available on WT, LT, RST, Custom Trail Boss, LT Trail Boss
- 6.2L EcoTec3
- 420 hp
- 460 lb-ft.
- Available on RST, LTZ, High Country, ZR2
2025 Chevrolet Silverado HD
When a standard light-duty pickup truck just doesn’t cut it, you might want to upgrade to a heavy duty. There aren’t too many heavy-duty options on the market, but those that do exist are incredibly powerful and capable, including the 2025 Chevy Silverado HD — which does have two more V8 engine options to offer.
- 6.6L Gas
- 401 hp
- 465 lb-ft.
- Standard on WT, Custom, LT, LTZ, ZR2, High Country
- 6.6L Duramax Diesel
- 470 hp
- 975 lb-ft.
- Available on WT, Custom, LT, LTZ, ZR2, High Country
2025 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban
Something else that has all but disappeared from the automotive market is the traditional SUV. But, much like the V8 engine, Chevrolet is still offering the classics. But the Chevy Tahoe and Suburban, each iconic traditional SUVs in their own right, are offered with the same pair of V8 engines as the Silverado 1500.
- 5.3L EcoTec3
- 355 hp
- 383 lb-ft.
- Standard on LS, LT, RST, Z71, Premier
- 6.2L EcoTec3
- 420 hp
- 460 lb-ft.
- Standard on High Country
- Available on RST, Z71, Premier
2025 Chevrolet Corvette
These days there are more Corvette variants than ever before, including the Stingray, E-Ray, Z06, ZR1 and the upcoming ZR1X, and all of them offer incredible V8 engines. We won’t waste any more time talking about them, let’s just highlight the technical specs!
- Stingray, 6.2L
- 490 hp
- 495 lb-ft.
- 0-60 miles per hour in 2.9 seconds (with Z51 Performance Package)
- Standard on 1LT, 2LT, 3LT
- E-Ray, 6.2L combined with Electric Drive Unit
- 655 hp
- 470 lb-ft.
- 0-60 mph in 2.5s
- Standard on 1LZ, 2LZ, 3LZ
- Z06, 5.5L
- 670 hp
- 460 lb-ft.
- 0-60 mph in 2.6s (with Z07 Performance Package)
- Standard on 1LZ, 2LZ, 3LZ
- ZR1, 5.5L twin-turbo
- 1,064 hp
- 828 lb-ft.
- 0-60 mph in 2.3s (with ZTK Performance Package)
- Standard on 1LZ, 3LZ
- ZR1X, 5.5L twin-turbo
- 1,250 hp
- >950 lb-ft.
- 0-60 mph in <2.0s
- Standard on 1LZ, 3LZ
Find Your 2025 Chevy V8 Today
In addition to the models we’ve discussed above, there are many commercial vehicles that have V8 engine offerings among their selection as well, such as the 2025 Chevy Express cargo van. If you’re interested in getting behind the wheel of a vehicle with a V8 engine beneath its hood, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us right here at Jim Glover Chevrolet. We’d be happy to answer any questions you might have and get you in the driver’s seat for a test run. We look forward to hearing from you!