2024 Chevrolet Camaro Coupe

　　

2024 Chevrolet Camaro Review

byJosh JacquotCorrespondent

　　Josh Jacquot is an automotive journalist at zzdcar., rating written byJosh JacquotManager, News

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　　The Camaro, like it's done before, is vanishing. According to Chevy, 2024 will be the last model year for the Camaro. To celebrate its final year, a Collector's Edition package will be available on RS, SS and a limited number of ZL1 Camaros. Few details have been announced yet, but the Collector's Edition package looks to be an appearance package that honors the first-generation Camaro.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2024 Chevrolet Camaro 1LT 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 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 $3.06 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$187/mo  for Camaro 1LT

　　Camaro 1LT

　　1LT 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M) - $30,900 MSRP1LT 2dr Convertible (3.6L 6cyl 6M) - $36,900 MSRP2LT 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M) - $32,900 MSRP2LT 2dr Convertible (3.6L 6cyl 6M) - $38,900 MSRP3LT 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M) - $36,900 MSRP3LT 2dr Convertible (3.6L 6cyl 6M) - $42,900 MSRPLT1 2dr Coupe (6.2L 8cyl 6M) - $38,800 MSRPLT1 2dr Convertible (6.2L 8cyl 6M) - $44,800 MSRP1SS 2dr Coupe (6.2L 8cyl 6M) - $42,300 MSRP1SS 2dr Convertible (6.2L 8cyl 6M) - $48,300 MSRP2SS 2dr Coupe (6.2L 8cyl 6M) (Most Popular) - $47,300 MSRP2SS 2dr Convertible (6.2L 8cyl 6M) - $53,300 MSRPZL1 2dr Coupe (6.2L 8cyl S/C 6M) - $72,100 MSRPZL1 2dr Convertible (6.2L 8cyl S/C 6M) - $78,100 MSRP

　　vs

　　$165/mo

　　Avg. Midsize Car

　　The real news is that it will have to contend with a redesigned gas-powered Mustang, which makes more power than the Camaro's standard V8 and rides on a refined version of the existing platform. But let's not forget that the Camaro has, for years, enjoyed both a handling and in some cases a power advantage over the equivalent Mustang. But since 2016 those benefits have come with packaging downsides — visibility befitting a tank and tiny passenger and cargo areas — that made some buyers choose the Mustang or the Challenger instead. We dive into all the details 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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