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2016 Chevrolet Camaro

SPECIFICATIONS:

year: 2016
make: Chevrolet
Model: Camaro
price: $ 25000 (Est.)
Engine: inline-4
Transmission: 6-speed manual
Horsepower @ RPM: 275
MPG(Hwy): 30
Torque @ RPM: 295 @ 3000
Displacement: 2.0 L
0-60 time: 6 sec. (Est.)
Top Speed: 155 mph (Est.)

It’s been only five years since the Chevy Camaro returned to the market after an unfortunate eight-year hiatus, and GM has already came up with a redesigned version of its iconic pony car. With development likely pushed forward by the arrival of the sixth-gen Mustang, which Ford showcased in late 2013, the new Camaro is finally here to brag about its many improvements inside and out.

After months of speculation it’s finally confirmed that the new Camaro is far from revolutionary design-wise. However, the pony car has adopted a fresher look and numerous enhancements under the skin, which should put it on par with the significantly revised Mustang. Lighter and more nimble than its predecessor, the new Camaro also gained a four-cylinder engine, leaving the Dodge Challenger as the only muscle car to still not feature a four-pot.

Chevy is obviously aiming high with the new Camaro, and given the competition it has to face it doesn’t have much choice. Overall, the fifth-gen Camaro has won most battles against the Mustang, but will it manage to do it again over the next five to six years? Only time will tell, but, until then, join me to find out everything there is to know about the all-new Chevrolet Camaro.

Updated 05/16/2015: The sixth generation Chevrolet Camaro was revealed in Detroit. It offers an updated exterior look, a new engine and, according to the company, "higher levels of performance."

Exterior

Although the 2016 Camaro isn’t radically different than its predecessor on the outside, it’s quite obvious that each panel and detail has been reworked. Less noticeable but back by the official specs is the fact that the new Camaro is a bit smaller than the previous car. It is about two inches shorter in length, mostly due to a shorter wheelbase, an inch slimmer in width, and an inch shorter in height. It also has shorter overhangs, which basically makes it seem less of a pony and more of a sports coupe.

Although the 2016 Camaro isn't radically different than its predecessor on the outside, it's quite obvious that each panel and detail has been reworked.

Styling-wise, it remains recognizable as a Camaro. Up front, the grille/headlamps arrangement changed mildly in shape and size, sticking to the slim layout introduced by the previous model. The mesh for the grille received a new design, while the headlamps showcase a new LED pattern that circles beneath the main light bulb and into the turn signals. All models but the range-topping SS feature horizontal chrome strips between the "bowtie" emblem and the headlamps.

Bigger changes are noticeable below, where a larger intake replaces the previous unit. On the SS model, the trapezoidal gap uses the same mesh pattern from the upper grille, while the remaining trims feature horizontal bars and chrome inserts. Two additional vents with horizontal DRLs flank the SS’ grille, while other models use vertical LED strips. Both enhance the Camaro’s aggressiveness, but the SS’ layout is obviously the sportiest. The bulged engine hood continues with minor changes, which is great news if you ask me.

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