2023 Chevrolet Camaro

The 2023 Chevrolet Camaro comes with eight trims to offer: 1LS, 1LT, 2LT, 3LT, LT1, 1SS, 2SS, and ZL1. The base price starts at an MSRP of $27,195 for its 1LS variant and goes up to the MSRP $68,095 for the ZL1. It comes with a standard 2.5L Inline 4 engine with an option of more powerful V6 and V8 engines. The V6 remains optional with 1LT, 2LT, and 3LT. The LT1 trim gets a V8 powertrain, whereas the 1SS and the 2SS get further performance enhancements. The Coupe comes with a standard RWD and is available with the regular trims.

Trim	Chevrolet Camaro 1LS	Chevrolet Camaro 1LT	Chevrolet Camaro 2LT	Chevrolet Camaro 3LT	Chevrolet Camaro LT1	Chevrolet Camaro 1SS	Chevrolet Camaro 2SS	Chevrolet Camaro ZL1
MSRP (RWD)	$27,195	$27,695	$29,695	$33,695	$37,195	$40,695	$45,695	$68,095
Key Features	Keyless entry and ignition	Power-adjustable front passenger seat	Dual-zone automatic climate control	Heated and auto-dimming outside mirrors	Six-speed manual transmission	Brembo front and rear brakes	8-inch touchscreen	Upgraded brakes
	Power-adjustable driver's seat	Satellite radio	Heated seats	Nine-speaker Bose audio system	External engine oil cooler	Enhanced powertrain cooling	Rear parking sensors	Wider performance tires
	Single-zone automatic climate control	Optional 3.6-liter V6 engine; can be paired to a 10-speed automatic	Ventilated front seats	Upgraded driver information display	Brembo front brakes	Rear spoiler	Blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert	Adaptive suspension dampers
	18-inch wheels	18-inch wheels	18-inch wheels	18-inch wheels	20-inch wheels	20-inch wheels	20-inch wheels	20-inch wheels
	7-inch touchscreen	Six-speaker audio system	10-speed automatic optional	Customizable ambient lighting	Optional 10-speed automatic	8-inch touchscreen	Head-up display	Electronic limited-slip rear differential
	Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration	4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot	Keyless ignition	Driver's seat memory settings	6.2-liter V8 powertrain	Upgraded driver information center	Forward collision warning	Adjustable performance exhaust

The 2023 Chevrolet Camaro comes in a number of configurations to choose from. The LT1 variants add up to the features of 1LT trim with some extra features to offer. The 2SS combines a V8 engine with 3LT trim. Many of the features from the upper trims of the Camaro line-up can be added to the lower trims with the help of the packages. There are four major packages launched by Chevrolet that are SS 1LE Track Performance package, RS package Design package 1, Design package 2, and Design package 3.

SS 1LE TRACK Performance package includes:-

• 6.2L LT1 V8 rated at 455 horsepower
• Available 10-speed paddle-shift automatic transmission
• 20-inch Satin Graphite forged-aluminum wheels
• Magnetic Ride Control
• Dual-mode performance exhaust system
• Brembo brakes with Red-painted 6-piston monobloc front calipers
• Available performance copper-free brake system
• Black mirrors
• Rear spoiler
• Front splitter
• RECARO performance seats

RS Package:-

• High-intensity LED headlamps
• Polished Black grille with Galvano chrome lower inserts
• Black front and rear bowtie emblems
• Dark-tinted LED taillamps
• Decklid-mounted lip spoiler
• Rear diffuser
• 20-inch machined-face aluminum wheels (LT models)

Design Package 1 includes:-

• 20-inch polished or black forged-aluminum wheels
• Camaro fender badge emblem
• Camaro logo wheel center caps
• Black Metallic Hash Mark Stripes
• RS Package including dark-tinted LED taillamps, RS-specific grilles, Black front and rear bowtie emblems, and decklid-mounted lip spoiler (LT/LT1)
• Available in Rapid Blue, Vivid Orange Metallic and Radiant Red Tintcoat exterior colors

Design Package 2 includes:-

• Carbon Flash Metallic ground effects
• Black or Silver Center Stripe
• Fuel-filler door with visible carbon-fiber insert
• Black sueded microfiber-wrapped shift knob, steering wheel and knee pads
• Available in Rapid Blue, Vivid Orange Metallic and Radiant Red Tintcoat exterior colors

Design Package 3 includes:-

• 20-inch polished forged-aluminum wheels
• Camaro logo wheel center caps
• Black Camaro fender badge
• Carbon Flash Metallic ground effects
• Satin Black Hood Stripe with Silver Ice Metallic Hash Mark Stripes
• Fuel-filler door with visible carbon-fiber insert
• Black sueded microfiber-wrapped shift knob, steering wheel and knee pads
• RS Package including dark-tinted LED taillamps, RS-specific grilles, Black front and rear bowtie emblems, and decklid-mounted lip spoiler (LT/LT1)
• Available in Rapid Blue, Vivid Orange Metallic and Radiant Red Tintcoat exterior colors

We Recommend

The best trim for the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro remains to be 2LT which is priced at an MSRP of $29,695. The trim receives attractive features like heated and ventilated seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, etc. If one has to opt for a trim specifically based on V8, then 2SS is the way to go. It is priced at $45,695 and comes as a wholesome coupe.

Release Date

The production of the 2023 Camaro was started on 17th June 2022. It is expected to be released by the end of this year.

The car comes with three engine types. The standard turbocharged 2L Inline 4 engine generates 275 horsepower and 295 lb.-ft of torque that comes with the 1LS. The more powerful V6 engine makes 335 horsepower output and 284 lb.-ft of torque is optional with the 1LT, 2LT, and 3LT trims. The brand’s iconic small block V8 engine that comes with LT1 produces 455 horsepower and 455 lb.-ft of torque. The 1SS and 2SS come with more performance upgrades. The car comes with a standard rear-wheel drive (RWD). The car comes in six-speed manual, 8-speed automatic, and 10-speed automatic transmission options. The standard engine takes 5.2 seconds in 0-60 MPH and 13.4 seconds to cover a quarter mile.

Model	2023 Chevrolet Camaro	2023 BMW 4-Series	2023 Nissan Z Sport	2022 Dodge Challenger
MSRP	$27,195	$48,395	$41,095	$32,025
Engine	2.0L Inline-4	2.0L Inline-4	3.0L V6	3.6L V6
Drivetrain	RWD	RWD	RWD	AWD
Transmission	6-speed Manual w/OD	8-speed Automatic w/OD	6-speed Manual w/OD	8-speed Automatic w/OD
Power (hp)	275 hp @ 5,600 rpm	255 hp @ 5,000 rpm	400 hp @ 6,400 rpm	303 hp @ 6,350 rpm
Torque (lb.-ft)	295 lb.-ft @ 3000 rpm	295 lb.-ft @ 1,550rpm	350 lb.-ft @ 5,200 rpm	268 lb.-ft @ 4,800 rpm
0-60 MPH (seconds)	5.2 seconds	3.8 seconds	4.3 seconds	5.3 seconds
Quarter-mile (seconds)	13.4 seconds	N/A	12.9 seconds	13.8 seconds
Top Speed (MPH)	184 MPH	130 MPH	155 MPH	203 MPH

The 2023 Chevrolet Camaro, with its standard engine, offers a better power delivery at 275 horsepower than BMW 4-series. The Camaro’s V6 and V8 engine generates much better power and torque output than the rivals. It performs better in terms of acceleration than the Nissan Z Sport and the Dodge Challenger by covering the 0-60 MPH mark in just 5.2 seconds. The car leads the Dodge Challenger in the quarter mile timing. However, the Nissan Z-Sport remains unbeatable in this aspect. The top-speed of the car is 134 MPH which justifies its segment.

2023 Chevrolet Camaro Ride and Handling

The 2023 Chevrolet Camaro comes with sporty suspension incorporated with magnetic dampers that ensure composed drive. The handling is swift and the steering is responsive. The Camaro comes with StabiliTrak, which is a stability control system that includes traction control. In addition to the double pivot control arms and struts that have Cadillac roots, the Camaro's chassis delivers a robust yet precise feel with a cornering grip. The ZL1 trim with 1LE package comes with stiffer suspension tuning, an electronic limited-slip differential, and a dual-mode exhaust system.

2023 Chevrolet Camaro Braking Performance

The 2023 Chevrolet Camaro comes with 4-power disc brakes. The brake pads last about 30,000-70,000 miles depending on the nature of the driving. It comes with 15.35 in and 14.4 in brake rotors in front and back. The Copper-free performance brake system includes 6 piston front and 4 piston rear Brembo brakes that provide adequate braking. The coupe also contains Enhanced Vehicle Stability, Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Brake Assist, and Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD).

Model	2023 Chevrolet Camaro	2023 BMW 4-Series	2023 Nissan Z Sport	2022 Dodge Challenger
Brake Rotors (front) (in)	15.35 in	13.7 in	12.6 in	13.6 in
Brake Rotors (rear) (in)	14.4 in	13.6 in	12.1 in	12.6 in
Curb Weight (lbs)	3,351 lbs	3,578 lbs	N/A	4,088 lbs
60-0 (-ft)	93 feet	162 feet	105 feet	104 feet

The coupe has the biggest brake rotors among the BMW 4-series, Nissan Z-Sport and the Dodge Challenger. The brake pedal is soft and responsive. The deceleration from 60 to 0 MPH is covered in just 93 ft which is less than all the rivals. The Chevrolet Camaro is the lightest among all, with sizable rotors that boil down to its impressive braking in the 60-0 MPH mark. The BMW 4-Series lags in this aspect by covering the mark at 162 ft compared to Z-Sport's 105 ft, and Challenger's 104 feet.

The fuel economy of the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro depends on the powertrain under the hood of the car. The standard four cylinder engine offers an MPG of 22 in the city, and 30 on the highways. The V6 engine offers 18 MPG city and 29 MPG on highway roads. The much more powerful V8 offers a fuel economy of 16 MPG in the city and 26 MPG on highways. The coupe also comes with an enormous 19 gallons tank. It is estimated that the SUV can travel up to 361 miles in a city and 532 miles over highways on a full tank.

Model	2023 Chevrolet Camaro	2023 BMW 4-Series	2023 Nissan Z Sport	2022 Dodge Challenger
MPG (city)	22	25	18	18
MPG (highway)	30	34	24	27
MPG (combined)	22	28	20	21
Fuel capacity (gallons)	19-gallons	15.6-gallons	N/A	18.5-gallons
Range (City, highway, in miles)	361/532 mi	390/530.4 mi	N/A	333/499.5 mi

The 2023 Chevrolet Camaro offers better fuel efficiency with its four cylinder engine than the Nissan Z-Sport and the Dodge Challenger. The BMW 4-Series offers the best fuel efficiency among its rivals. However, The V6 and V8 engine options of the Camaro reduce the fuel economy numbers. The fuel capacity of the 2023 Camaro is larger than the 4-Series and the Challenger. The coupe offers the best range of travel over highway roads as compared to the competitors. However, it lags behind the 4-series in the city range.

The 2023 Chevrolet Camaro provides a bit of a tight interior with poor visibility. This contributes to its substandard overall ergonomics. The rear seats are cramped and do not provide sufficient space for a comfortable ride. The material is of good quality on the inside. The seating is equipped with an 8-way power adjustable driver seat and a 4-way manual front passenger seat with a power recline feature. They are heated and ventilated to comfort the passengers. The cabin includes additional options such as Leather Wrapped flat bottom Steering Wheel with heating feature and Recaro performance front seats.

Model	2023 Chevrolet Camaro	2023 BMW 4-Series	2023 Nissan Z Sport	2022 Dodge Challenger
Passenger Capacity	4	4	2	5
First Row (Head/shoulder/legroom)	38.5/N/A/43.9	38/55.1/41.8	38.2/54.2/42.9	40.2/58/46.1
Second Row (Head/shoulder/legroom)	N/A	35.2/51/34.5	N/A	39.3/58.5/42
Cargo Capacity to the second row(cu.-ft)	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Cargo Capacity to the first row(cu.-ft)	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A

The 2023 Chevrolet Camaro has decent headroom and legroom in front but feels cramped up on the rear space as compared to its rivals. The car comes with an optional heads up display which is not provided with the Challenger. Camaro’s flat bottom steering and ventilated controls makes the interior modern, unlike the Challenger. The rear seat dimensions are not yet available. However, it feels tight as compared to the similar coupes in the segment.

Some of the key interior features available with the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro include:

• Recaro performance front seats
• Ventilated front seats
• Power recline feature
• Leather upholstery
• Ambient interior lighting
• Dual zone automatic climate control

How intuitive is the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro infotainment system?

The 2023 Chevrolet Camaro comes with a Chevy 3 software based infotainment screen with 6 speaker audio system. The standard display is 7.0 inches touchscreen. It is supported by Android Auto and Apple Carplay. The available option is the larger 8.0 inches touchscreen display is user-friendly and provides a number of features like Bluetooth audio streaming for 2 active devices, voice command pass-through to phone, Wi-Fi Hotspot capability, and OnStar and SiriusXM Radio.

Some of the most notable infotainment features available with the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro include:

• Wifi Hotspot
• Bluetooth Connectivity
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Voice command feature
• SiriusXM Radio
• Safety connect

The exterior frame is made up of either steel or a composite aluminum. The fenders and the quarter panel are made up of steel sheets, while the bumper is made up of premium plastic. Chevrolet offers a stylish and aggressive exterior profile with sporty contours with 2023 Camaro.The car will be available in several color options like Rally Green Metallic, Crush, Red Hot, Garnet Red Tintcoat, Satin Steel Metallic, Summit White, Black, Shadow Gray Metallic, Riverside Blue Metallic, and Shock. The Coupe stands at 53.1 inches and has a ground clearance is yet to be determined.

Model	2023 Chevrolet Camaro	2023 BMW 4-Series	2023 Nissan Z Sport	2022 Dodge Challenger
Curb Weight (lbs)	3,351 lbs	3,578 lbs	N/A	4,088 lbs
Length (in.)	188.3	187.9	172.4	197.9
Width (in.)	74.7	72.9	72.6	75.7
Height (in.)	53.1	54.6	51.8	58.4
Ground Clearance (in.)	N/A	N/A	4.8	5.2
Wheelbase (in.)	110.7	112.2	100.4	116.2

The exterior design of each coupe is distinct and speaks to an augmented audience. The Camaro and the Challenger offer a muscular look, while BMW 4-Series and Nissan Z-Sport offer sleek and sporty exterior profiles. The front grille design of the 4-Series looks a bit conventional in comparison to the composed front look of the Chevrolet Camaro. The wheelbase of the Challenger is the maximum among all followed by the 4-Series, the Camaro, and the Z-Sport.

Some standout exterior features include:

• 18-inch alloy wheels up to 3LT trim
• 20-inch alloy wheels
• Adaptive headlights
• Black exterior trim
• Sunroof
• LED headlights

The high strength steel and aluminum body provides utmost soundness to the exterior frame of the coupe. Furthermore, The 2023 Chevrolet Camaro provides 8 advanced airbags that include dual-stage frontal, thorax side-impact and knee, driver and front passenger, and head curtain side-impact which has Passenger Sensing System. Additionally, It has OnStar and Chevrolet connected services capable and HD Rear Vision Camera. Furthermore, the other safety features are the LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren), Trunk emergency release handle, Tire Pressure Monitor System, and StabiliTrak.The 2023 Chevrolet Camaro has received a 'Good' rating in the safety tests that Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) provides expect roof strength in which it received an 'Acceptable' rating. The Coupe also received the highest rating which is five out of five stars in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests.

Some of the major safety features available with the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro include

• Optional adaptive cruise control
• Blind spot monitor
• Adaptive headlights
• Head up display
• Cyclist detection
• Traffic sign recognition system

2023 Chevrolet Camaro vs 2023 BMW 4-Series

The BMW 4-Series is more expensive than the Camaro. The interior of the BMW 4-Series feels a bit more premium than the Camaro. The fuel economy of the 4-Series is also significantly better than the Camaro. The standard features of the interior are better offered than the 2023 Camaro. On the other hand, the Camaro looks more appealing from the outside.

2023 Chevrolet Camaro vs 2023 Nissan Z Sport

Nissan provides a more spacious and roomy coupe than the Camaro. The standard features given by the Z-sport are more than that of the Camaro. Z-Sport also appears to be more fuel efficient with the V8 powertrain than the Chevrolet Camaro. Whereas, the Camaro offers more configurations to the consumers. The coupe provides a 1LE package for the trims which enhances performance.

2023 Chevrolet Camaro vs 2022 Dodge Challenger

The 2023 Camaro is better at ride and handling capabilities. The coupe is also less expensive than the Dodge Challenger. Chevrolet also gives a convertible option to offer the customers. With the new Dodge Challenger, the option of all-wheel drive (AWD) is provided to the buyers. The coupe is more spacious than the former and provides a much larger rear sitting.

The 2023 Chevrolet Camaro is an attractive coupe that comes with nimble handling and powerful engine options. The cabin is equipped with user-friendly infotainment and comfortable seats. The room is sufficient as per the segment cars. The rear seat might feel a bit more cramped. Moreover, The exterior looks muscular and sporty. It has sleek contours and an impressive front profile to woo the spectators. Camaro also scores well in safety standards by the IIHS and the NHTSA.

Apart from the number of trims available with the line-up, one must go for the 2LT variant. The engine options and convenience features makes it the best alternative among the other variants. The best choice of trim with the powerful V8 engine will be 2SS. One can also opt for a 1LE performance package available with the 2023 Camaro.