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CHEVROLET CAMARO / CAMARO SS
New for 2011:
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3.6L V-6 horsepower rating increased to 312 (232 kW)
Synergy Green Metallic exterior color available on all models (interim availability)
Head-Up Display standard on Camaro 2LT and 2SS packages
OnStar with a six-month Directions and Connections plan standard
Model Lineup
Engines
3.6L V-6 direct
6.2L V-8
injection
(LS3 & L99)
Camaro LS
Camaro LT
Camaro SS
Key
Standard
Optional
Not available
s
s
-
s
Hydra-Matic
6L50 6speed auto
o
o
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Transmissions
Hydra-Matic
Aisin AY6
6L80 66-speed
speed auto
manual
s
s
o (paired
with L99)
Tremec
TR6060 6speed manual
s (paired with
LS3)
s
o
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2011 CHEVROLET CAMARO: THE FUN CONTINUES
Camaro was welcomed back onto the highways, boulevards and cruise nights of
America last year with enthusiasm. In a still-recovering market, it outsold its primary
pony car rival 11 months straight, with sales of more than 90,000 (through April 2010).
Customers continue to turn their new Camaros into personal statements, outfitting them
with the wide array of appearance, convenience and performance options and
accessories offered through Chevrolet dealers. The RS appearance package, with its
High-Intensity Discharge headlamps accented by LED-illuminated “halo” rings, is the
most popular option.
For 2011, the Camaro rolls on with evolutionary changes. They include:
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An increased horsepower rating for the 3.6L V-6 VVT – 312 (232 kW) vs. 2010’s
304 horsepower / 227 kW rating – while still offering an EPA-rated 29 mpg on the
highway.
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The Synergy Green Metallic exterior color will be offered on all Camaro models
for a limited time; also, the Synergy Green instrument panel and door trim panels
on 2LT and 2SS models will be available.
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Head-Up Display is now standard on 2LT and 2SS equipment packages. The
system projects vehicle speed and other data onto the windshield for easy, at-aglance viewing that doesn’t require the driver to take his or her eyes off the road.
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OnStar with a six-month Directions and Connections subscription is standard on
all models.
Performance
Camaro’s 3.6L direct injection (DI) V-6 delivers more power through increased efficiency, while
maintaining fuel economy and lowering emissions – including a 25-percent drop in cold-start
hydrocarbon emissions. It is standard on LS and LT models, producing 312 horsepower (232
kW) and 278 lb.-ft. of torque (370 Nm). Despite a compression ratio of 11.3:1, the 3.6L DI
engine is designed to run on regular unleaded fuel. It is EPA-rated at 29 mpg on the highway.
No changes were made to the Camaro powertrain to achieve the higher horsepower ratings for
2011. They are based on additional testing that demonstrated the Camaro’s air intake and
exhaust systems are less restrictive than the similar 3.6L DI engine on which the original rating
was based.
Two 6.2L V-8 engines are offered in the Camaro SS, including the L99 on automatic-equipped
vehicles and the LS3 on manual-equipped models. Both engines are derived from the LS3 that
debuted on the 2008 Corvette, with an aluminum block (with cast iron cylinder liners) and
aluminum cylinder heads. Horsepower for the L99 is 400 (298 kW) at 5,900 rpm and torque is
410 lb.-ft. (556 Nm) at 4,300 rpm. The LS3 develops 426 horsepower (318 kW) and 420 lb.-ft.
(569 Nm). Output on the L99 is lower than the LS3 because of a slightly lower compression ratio
(10.4:1 vs. 10.7:1) and design features of the Active Fuel Management System. The L99 is
paired exclusively with a six-speed automatic transmission.
All Camaro models can be equipped with either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic
transmission. The Aisin AY6 six-speed manual is standard with the 3.6L engine, and a HydraMatic 6L50 six-speed automatic is optional. A Tremec TR 6060 six-speed manual is standard on
the SS, and the Hydra-Matic 6L80 six-speed automatic is optional.
Both automatic transmissions feature aggressive first gear ratios that deliver strong launches,
but also provide tall overdrive ratios that decrease engine rpm and provide better fuel efficiency.
Each also includes driver shift control, allowing the driver to take control via controls located on
the steering wheel after selecting the “M” mode on the console-mounted shifter. Performance
Algorithm Shifting (PAS) is included with the 6L50 and 6L80. It lets the electronic transmission
controller override the automatic gear selection during high lateral acceleration maneuvers.
The SS model’s Tremec TR 6060 six-speed manual is designed to handle the high torque
characteristics of the LS3 engine, while providing shorter throws, smoother gear synchronization
and greater overall shift feel with little or no vibration. Its specs include a solid, 290-mm flywheel
and single-plate clutch. The final drive ratio for LS3 vehicles is 3.45:1.
Chassis and suspension
Camaro features fully independent front and rear suspensions, with the standard independent
using a 4.5-link system that includes a unique, L-shaped upper control arm that attaches to the
knuckle at one end and incorporates a ride bushing in the rear.
Two suspension packages are offered: FE2 sport on V-6 models and FE3 performance with the
V-8. The front suspension has a dual ball strut system, with a direct-acting stabilizer bar that
measures 22.2 x 4 mm on FE2 and 23 x 4.2 mm on FE3. Hollow bars are used for mass
savings. Rear suspension features include high lateral stiffness for handling via three lateral ball
joints per side. A sub-frame at the rear is double-isolated to minimize vehicle body motions and
dampen road imperfections. Coil-over shock absorbers are used in the rear with a decoupled,
hollow stabilizer bar. FE2 includes a 21.7 x 3 mm rear bar, while the FE3’s large bar measures
23 x 3 mm.
The front track is a wide 63.7 inches (1,618 mm) for all models, while the rear track on LS and
LT models is 64.1 inches (1,628 mm) and 63.7 inches (1,618 mm) on SS models. The axle
halfshafts on all V-8 models and manual transmission-equipped V-6 models are 30 mm in
diameter on the left side and 40 mm on the right side. This design feature helps reduce the
oscillation of torque from side to side and reduces axle hop.
Additional chassis and suspension details include:
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Four-wheel disc brakes on all models – including Brembo four-piston calipers on SS –
with hydraulic brake assist
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Precise rack-and-pinion steering system, with a 16.1:1 ratio on all models
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Standard StabiliTrak electronic stability control on all models
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Competitive/sport mode on SS models enhances on-track performance
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Performance Launch Control on SS models with the manual transmission optimizes
hard-acceleration launches for quicker, more consistent performance
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LS and LT models equipped with standard 18-inch wheels or optional 19-inch wheels;
SS comes with standard 20-inch wheels or optional 20-inch wheels; 21-inch wheels are
available as a dealer-installed accessory.
Heritage-inspired design
Camaro’s design drapes classic proportions over a 112.3-inch (2,852 mm) wheelbase. A
long hood and short deck are pushed to the far corners of the muscular fender forms
and a fast, 67-degree rake windshield contributes to aerodynamic performance that
includes a 0.37 coefficient of drag (Cd) on V-6 models and a slightly sleeker 0.35 Cd on
the V-8-powered SS model. On SS models, a simulated air intake is located in the upper
front fascia and the lower air intake is larger.
Ten exterior colors are available and include Black, Victory Red, Rally Yellow and Silver
Ice Metallic. Red Jewel Tintcoat is optional. The color palette also includes Cyber Gray
Metallic, Inferno Orange Metallic, Summit White, Imperial Blue Metallic and Synergy
Green Metallic (for a limited time). Red Jewel Tintcoat, Rally Yellow, Inferno Orange
Metallic and Synergy Green Metallic are extra-cost colors.
An RS appearance package is available on LT and SS. It includes HID headlamps with
integrated LED halo rings, a rear spoiler on LT, specific taillamps and 20-inch wheels with a
Midnight Silver painted finish.
Interior details
Camaro’s four-passenger cabin is a well-executed balance of heritage, modern design
and attention to detail. An available ambient light package, for example, offers advanced
LED light pipe technology, giving the cabin a distinctive glow.
Deep, recessed gauges, located in square housings, give a nod to the classic Camaro
interior. The instrument panel gauges include both speedometer and engine rpm, with a
driver information center located between the large gauges – its readouts and features
controlled via a stalk on the steering column. An optional, console-mounted gauge
package includes oil pressure, oil temperature, volts and transmission fluid temperature.
The gauge package is included on 2LT and 2SS models, and it’s available as an
accessory through Chevrolet dealers.
Cloth upholstery is standard and leather-appointed seats are included on 2LT and 2SS
models. Four-way manual adjustment including fore/aft and up/down on the driver seat
and two-way adjustment on the passenger seat is standard. Heated, leather-trimmed
seats with driver six-way power adjustment are standard on 2LT and 2SS models.
All models include a three-spoke steering wheel with manual tilt/telescope adjustment.
Cruise control and a rear defogger also are standard, while a leather-wrapped steering
wheel and shift knob, redundant steering wheel controls, Bluetooth, rear park assist and
USB port are part of the available Driver Convenience and Connectivity package. This
package also includes remote start on automatic transmission-equipped vehicles, as
well as a personal device interface module for iPods.
Camaro’s entertainment systems include a single-CD radio with six speakers that is
standard on LS, LT and SS models. A premium, 245-watt Boston Acoustics ninespeaker audio system is standard on 2LT and 2SS; and it can be ordered on 1LT and
1SS models. XM Satellite Radio is standard on all models, with three months of service.
All models also include power door locks and an express up and down feature on the
driver and passenger windows.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Overview
Models:
Body style / driveline:
Construction:
EPA vehicle class:
Manufacturing location:
Key competitors:
Chevrolet Camaro LS, LT and SS
four-passenger, front-engine, rear-drive coupe
unitized body frame, one- and two-sided galvanized steel
coupe
Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
Dodge Challenger, Ford Mustang, Nissan 370Z
Engines
Application:
Type:
Displacement (cu in / cc):
Bore & stroke (in / mm):
Block material:
Cylinder head material:
Valvetrain:
Ignition system:
Fuel delivery:
Compression ratio:
Horsepower (hp / kW @
rpm):
Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ rpm):
3.6L V-6 DI VVT (LLT)
LS, LT
3.6L V-6
217 / 3564
3.70 x 3.37 / 94 x 85.6
cast aluminum w/ cast-inplace iron bore liners
aluminum
DOHC, four valves per
cylinder, continuously
variable valve timing
electronic individual coil-onplug; individual cylinder
knock control and extendedlife platinum-tipped spark
plugs
direct fuel injection
11.3:1
312 / 232 @ 6400*
278 / 370 @ 5200*
Recommended fuel:
regular unleaded
Maximum engine speed
(rpm):
Emissions controls:
6700
EPA-estimated fuel
economy (city / hwy):
evaporative system, closecoupled catalytic converter,
equal-length exhaust, single
underfloor catalytic
converter, positive
crankcase ventilation, intake
and exhaust cam phasers,
electronic throttle control
18 / 29 (auto)
17 / 29 (man)
6.2L V-8 (LS3, L99)
SS
6.2L V-8
376 / 6162
4.06 x 3.62 / 103.25 x 92
cast aluminum w/ cast-in-place iron
bore liners
aluminum
overhead valve; two valves per
cylinder; roller lifters; Active Fuel
Management (L99)
coil near plug ignition
sequential fuel injection
10.7:1 (LS3); 10.4:1 (L99)
426 / 318 @ 5900 (LS3)*
400 / 298 @ 5900 (L99)*
420 / 569 @ 4600 (LS3)*
410 / 556 @ 4300 (L99)*
premium recommended not
required
6200 (L99)
6600 (LS3)
evaporative system, close-coupled
catalytic converters, positive
crankcase ventilation, electronic
throttle control
16 / 25 (auto)
16 / 24 (man)
Transmissions
Gear ratios (:1):
First:
Second:
Third:
Fourth:
Fifth:
Hydra-Matic
6L50 six-speed
automatic (LS,
LT) w/ TAPshift
Hydra-Matic
6L80 six-speed
automatic (SS)
w/ TAPshift
Aisin AY6 sixspeed manual
(LS, LT)
Tremec TR6060
six-speed
manual (SS)
4.06
2.37
1.55
1.16
0.85
4.03
2.36
1.53
1.15
0.85
4.48
2.58
1.63
1.19
1.00
3.01
2.07
1.43
1.00
0.84
Sixth:
Reverse:
Final drive ratio:
0.67
3.20
3.27
0.67
3.06
3.27
0.75
3.67
3.27
0.57
3.28
3.45
Chassis / Suspension
Front:
Rear:
Steering type:
Steering ratio:
Steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock:
Turning circle, curb-to-curb (ft / m):
double-ball-joint, multi-link strut; direct-acting stabilizer bar;
progressive-rate coil springs; fully adjustable camber, caster
and toe
4.5-link independent; progressive-rate coil springs over
shocks; stabilizer bar; fully adjustable camber and toe
variable-ratio rack-and-pinion
16.1:1
2.5
37.7/11.5
Brakes
Type:
Rotor diameter, front (in / mm):
Rotor diameter, rear (in / mm):
Rotor thickness, front (in / mm):
Rotor thickness, rear (in / mm):
four-wheel disc w/ ABS; ventilated front and rear rotors;
single-piston front calipers and single-piston alloy rear
calipers (LS, LT); four-piston fixed Brembo aluminum front
and rear calipers (SS)
LS, LT: 12.64 / 321
SS: 14 / 355
LS, LT: 12.4 / 315
SS: 14.4 / 365
LS, LT: 1.18 / 30
SS: 1.26 / 32
LS, LT: 0.9 / 23
SS: 1.1 / 28
Wheels / Tires
Wheel size and type:
LS
18 x 7.5-inch steel
LT
18 x 7.5-inch aluminum
19 x 8-inch aluminum
Tires:
P245/55R18 all-season
P245/55R18 all-season
P245/50R19 all-season
Dimensions
Exterior
Wheelbase (in / mm):
Overall length (in / mm):
Overall width (in / mm):
Overall height (in / mm):
Track, front (in / mm):
Track, rear (in / mm):
Curb weight (lb / kg):
Weight balance (% front / rear):
Coefficient of drag:
112.3 / 2852
190.4 / 4836
75.5 / 1918
54.2 / 1376
63.7 / 1618
64.1 / 1628 (LS, LT)
63.7 / 1618 (SS)
3769 / 1713 – LS w/ automatic
3780 / 1718 – LS w/ manual
3719 / 1687 – LT w/ automatic
3728 / 1691 – LT w/ manual
3902 / 1770 – SS w/ automatic
3849 / 1746 – SS w/ manual
52 / 48
0.37 (LS, LT); 0.35 (SS)
Interior
Seating capacity (front / rear):
2/2
SS
20 x 8-inch aluminum
(front)
20 x 9-inch aluminum
(rear)
P245/45ZR20
summer (front)
P275/40ZR20
summer (rear)
Headroom (in / mm):
Legroom (in / mm):
Shoulder room (in / mm):
front: 37.4 / 950
rear: 35.3 / 897
front: 42.4 / 1077
rear: 29.9 / 757
front: 56.9 / 1444
rear: 42.5 / 1080
Capacities
Cargo volume (cu ft / L):
Fuel tank (gal / L):
Engine oil (qt / L):
11.3 / 320
19 / 71.9
3.6L: 7.6 / 7.2
6.2L: 8.9 / 8.5
*SAE certified.
Note: Information shown is current at time of publication.