2023 Chevy Camaro

　　

2023 Chevrolet Camaro Review

byMark TakahashiCorrespondent

　　Mark Takahashi has worked in the automotive industry since 2001. He has written thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Mark has also contributed to Motor Trend, Auto Aficionado, Chevy High Performance and several motorcycle magazines in various roles. Mark is also a juror on the North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year Awards and can be seen regularly on the zzdcar YouTube channel and sometimes representing the company in media interviews.

　　The one constant in the universe is change and the future of automotive is a clear example of that. As we march toward a seemingly inevitable all-electric future, gas-guzzling sports cars are likely to go extinct. The Dodge Challenger is already in its final year as an internal combustion muscle car and the Chevrolet Camaro looks poised to follow it into retirement for the 2024 model year. The Ford Mustang, on the other hand, will continue alone with a significant refreshening and restyling for 2024. For 2023, the Camaro only receives minor changes, mostly limited to paint, wheel and a few aesthetic revisions.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro 1LS 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.78 per gallon for premium unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$205/mo  for Camaro 1LS

　　Camaro 1LS

　　1LS 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M) - $26,400 MSRP1LT 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M) (Most Popular) - $26,900 MSRP1LT 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M) - $32,900 MSRP2LT 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M) - $28,900 MSRP2LT 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M) - $34,900 MSRP3LT 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M) - $32,900 MSRP3LT 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M) - $38,900 MSRPLT1 2dr Coupe (6.2L 8cyl 6M) - $36,400 MSRPLT1 2dr Convertible (6.2L 8cyl 6M) - $42,400 MSRP1SS 2dr Coupe (6.2L 8cyl 6M) - $39,900 MSRP1SS 2dr Convertible (6.2L 8cyl 6M) - $45,900 MSRP2SS 2dr Coupe (6.2L 8cyl 6M) - $44,900 MSRP2SS 2dr Convertible (6.2L 8cyl 6M) - $50,900 MSRPZL1 2dr Coupe (6.2L 8cyl S/C 6M) - $67,300 MSRPZL1 2dr Convertible (6.2L 8cyl S/C 6M) - $73,300 MSRP

　　vs

　　$165/mo

　　Avg. Midsize Car

　　While we're excited to see what the first generation of electric muscle cars have in store for us, we're admittedly sad as the end of snarling V8 Camaros approaches. As is the case with its Mustang and Challenger rivals, the Camaro has represented potent performance on a budget. As much as we're fans of the Camaro, it's not perfect and we cover all of the good and bad in our Expert Rating below.

　　zzdcar Expert Rating

　　Our VerdictThe zzdcar Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.

　　Average

　　7.4

　　out of 10

　　zzdcar TESTED

　　Rated for you by America's best test team.

　　

Performance

9.0/10

　　How does the Camaro drive? This Camaro is a strong performer that blends speed with precision and enjoyment in a way that previous Camaros never did. The V8 is stout and our choice if you want the full muscle-car experience, but even the V6 and four-cylinder are punchy. Most models will out-drag an equivalent Mustang by a slight margin, and the brakes are up to the task of getting it stopped in a hurry.

　　Handling feels more precise with the smaller and lighter engines, but the V8 with its stickier tires exhibits higher limits. The manual transmissions have great positive gates, and rev matching ensures downshifts that are as good as a pro racer's.

　　

Comfort

7.5/10

　　How comfortable is the Camaro? The base suspension delivers a supple ride. The optional Magnetic Ride Control suspension (V8 only) is more capable over a variety of surfaces. The ride quality is very good considering the Camaro's mission. All engines are quiet cruisers, but only the V8 sounds good when driven hard.

　　The well-shaped front seatbacks offer good lateral support without being confining, but the bottom cushion can feel tight to some. We also like the effectively padded door and center armrests. Unsurprisingly, the back seat is cramped even for short drives. The climate control center vents are oddly placed in front of the shift lever where they excel at freezing or heating your hand while cruising.

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