Not surprised overall As cobra said, the time of the affordable hybrid sports car is coming whether you like it or not. Motorsport and cars like this typically lead the way for technology that eventually becomes more attainable to the public as the years go by. The Porsche 959 used technology in the 80's that are now common place in affordable cars across several different categories, not just sports cars/supercars. Stuff like stability control, advanced traction control, adjustable suspension settings, and many other advancements. That said, I'll cling to my high displacement V8's like a heroin addict till that time comes, and I'll reluctantly accept the fact that throaty exhaust notes will be pushed into the pages of history.