BigPimpinCook

If they put a V8 in the ATS-V, I'll try to talk my girlfriend into getting one. AWD and V8 would be amazing.

DoggyB22

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I wouldn't mind a TT V6 either though... probably more practical

Z Fury

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The TT 3.6L V6 is definitely happening. The V8 option is unknown at this point. I have read they are testing a configuration of the ATS-V with a V8, but that may be preemptive testing for the new Camaro... We'll have to wait and see.

Personally, I'd rather see the ATS-V with the DI 6.2L V8, but I'm a V8 guy.

mac62989

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I feel that just like the CTS-V it will be RWD only. Just like the CTS I believe the base ATS will have an AWD option. Cant see a AWD V8 but I guess anything is possible..

TriShield

The wire mesh chrome is so gross.

mac62989

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Do you have any insight on this Trishield?

02firehawkT/A

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On paper, yes. I worked for Mopar Parts for a while and the #1 selling parts our dealer sold were drivetrain parts for the AWD Jeep SRT8 and the AWD 5.7L LX's (Chargers/Magnums/300C). I'm not saying that GM wouldn't do it better, just that it's hard to put big power from a V8 into an AWD platform and maintain respectable MPGs and reliability.

Nothing is officially confirmed yet, but I can tell you that the TT V6 is definitely happening for sure. GM is taking a page out of BMW's book here from the success they had with the 335. Fuel efficiency is going to be a big selling point for the ATS even in the V version and there's no doubt that higher MPG's will be achieved with the TTV6 as opposed to a 6.2L V8. And from what I'm told now, ATS-V will be strictly RWD as introducing an AWD platform to the ATS-V would bring the cost above the CTS-V which they are desperately trying to avoid. The next car I get is going to be an ATS-V regardless, but an AWD offering would make me even happier for the rough winters. What an Evo/STi killer it would be too..

firebird99

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A twin turbo six would be awesome for the Lil caddy that way they save the v8 for the cts-v and not confuse buyers on which one to pick. Plus maybe just maybe a turbo six could find its way into the base model camaro say 350ish hp with 30mpgs that would be killer then bump the SS up to 440-450hp then do us all a favor and do something to help out the zl1:-(

siggyfreud

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I'd love to see a DI TT V6. That's where it's headed. The 335i just put down 627whp on the stock block with a single turbo, and can still net over 30mpg. As much as I love the V8 sound, that mileage and power simply cannot be beat (yet).

02firehawkT/A

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This. Forced induction seems to be the way to go, and I think the sky is the limit for the ATS & ATS-V if GM makes good on its claim that the car will weigh sub-3400lbs. That truly is amazing considering all the technology and safety gear that's going to be packed into this car. Hopefully Chevy takes a page out of Cadillac's book on this one and sheds some weight off the next gen Camaro..

Z Fury

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Both cars will be built on the same platform, so you're looking at similar weight for the next Camaro.

SSCamaro99_3

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I think sub-3400 will be highly unlikey. I4 base model should be really close to 3400.

DoggyB22

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http://jalopnik.com/5908226/cadillac...ium=socialflow

mac62989

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^Good link. No mention of the V but I wonder what kind of power the turbo 4 is putting out? Id take a turbo 4 with 250+ HP, AWD, and the CUE as a DD.

CaptainDirtymax

turbo 4 is supposed to be the same from the Regal GS (270bhp/295btq)

mac62989

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Sounds like a fun DD then!

Z Fury

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The V won't be out for another year or two, thus no mentioning.

CaptainDirtymax

sounds like a low 14/high 13 second ride from the factory. the GS is already running mid-high 14's stock with the same engine and 250-300lbs more weight (and fwd).

supposedly going to be a DI 3.6 with turbos...

DropTopBird

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Thank you. I thought I was the only one who thought that. Every one I talk to seems to like it though. Reminds me of those old DUB edition matchbox cars.

Z Fury

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Yup, I read that too. I also read that they are still testing a V8 option, so it could be possible to have a V model with 2 engine options. That would be interesting...

(V8 testing could also be for the next gen Camaro, since they share this chassis. Only the insiders know for sure though - that's my speculation.)