Alexandre
About 1 month ago, we mentioned the return of a V8 engine at Stellantisand today, this rumor seems to have become reality. The automotive group appears to be preparing to relaunch production of the V8 engine from next August, and not just for the long-awaited 5.7L HEMI version. According to new information from MoparInsiders, it's no less than the entire HEMI V8 family that will go into production at the Dundee Engine Plant in Michigan.g
Stellantis seems intent on breathing new life into several variants of the V8 engine, after years of limited production. The 5.7L HEMI V8, which made the brand's heyday, will be making a comeback, but it won't be the only one. Production will also include the popular 6.4L HEMI "Apache" V8 engine, as well as the 6.2L HEMI HELLCAT V8 version.
Since production of the HEMI V8 family ceased at the Saltillo North plant in Mexico, in favor of the HURRICANE I6 engines, many thought that the V8 era at Stellantis was over. However, following the departure of Carlos Tavares and an adjustment of political priorities, the company seems to have done an about-turn and decided to relaunch this iconic engine range.
This massive return of the V8 is part of a strategy clearly focused on the North American market. Indeed, high-displacement engines continue to enjoy great popularity in the USA, particularly in pick-ups such as the Ram 1500 and Dodge models. Reports suggest that production of these engines could start as early as the third quarter of 2025 at the Dundee engine plant.
The V8 HEMI engines returning to the market will be based on Gen 3 architecture, which has proven its worth over the years. However, improvements and updates are expected to make them even more effective.
Although Stellantis is placing increasing emphasis on the electrification of its models worldwide, it has to be said that the Dodge, Jeep and RAM brands have not caught on with Americans. Jeep even relaunched the Wrangler with the 3.6L V6 engine in December 2024. The V8 remains a symbol of power that doesn't seem ready to disappear, at least for the time being. In Europe, the debate is also on the table for 4- and 6-cylinder engines, but this won't happen without hybridization.
In any case, we're coming to a turning point, and if F1 is talking about the return of the V10 (with new ecological fuels), that's saying a lot.
Electricity is and will remain only an alternative to other types of engine, like diesel in its day.
Würde so ein V8 Motor, auch in einem Peugeot 5008 Motorraum passen?
Good news Alexandre, but this is just STELLANTIS, nothing to do with the group's Italian brands.
We won't be seeing this V8 at Alfa or Maserati?