The next generation of America’s sportscar is set to make the most radical change in its 65-year history and move its powerplant behind the passenger seats when it goes on sale in late 2019. This and the following picture is Autocar's artist-impression of what we expect.

In a further break with tradition the new Corvette, known by its C8 model code, will be sold alongside a version of the current car, with sources inside GM indicating we can expect to see a slightly revised version of the current C7 as an entry-level alternative. Although the C8 will carry a premium over its front-engined sister it will still be sold at a price that will undercut the junior supercars offered by premium manufacturers by a significant margin.