New Chevrolet Camaro unveiled.

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Chevrolet has revealed its sixth-generation Camaro in Detroit. The new Camaro is based on GM’s Alpha platform, which results in a 60kg weight reduction from the previous model built on the stubby Zeta platform. The kerb weight has also been reduced by 90kg — a significant reduction from the fifth-generation's 1,687kg. The sixth-gen model measures 57mm shorter, 20mm narrower and 28mm lower than its predecessor and gets a new five-link rear suspension system.

The new Camaro’s engine line-up includes a new 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol unit that produces 271bhp and 40.7kgm to rival the Ford Mustang EcoBoost. A new 3.6-litre V6 petrol engine will also be on offer, which produces 330bhp and 39.2kgm and also includes cylinder deactivation technology to achieve better fuel efficiency. Both the engines are available with the option of a six-speed manual transmission or an 8-speed automatic gearbox with paddle-shifters.

The most powerful Camaro will be the new SS, which features a 6.2-litre small block V8 making 449bhp and 62.9kgm — the 5.0-litre V8 engine in the Ford Mustang produces 415bhp and 54kgm of torque. The new SS now gets additions such as cylinder deactivation along with direct injection, variable valve timing, Magnetic Ride Control, Brembo brakes and 20-inch wheels – the standard Camaro gets 18-inch wheels while Brembo brakes are optional. The V8 in the Camaro is the same as the one on the Corvette Stingray. Both V6 and V8-engined Camaros can be ordered with a dual-mode exhaust.

On the design front, the car keeps its signature cross-shaped grille but takes on an aggressive profile towards the rear with wider wheel arches. Chevrolet has spent more than 350 hours testing the new Camaro in a wind tunnel to optimise its aerodynamic performance. A new ‘air curtain’ on the front fascia is designed to guide air around the wheels to reduce drag. The bonnet comes with new air vents as well.

Getting in, there is a redesigned centre console but the Camaro's signature instrument cluster is retained. It features analogue dials along with an 8-inch information screen. An additional 8-inch screen displays infotainment functions on the centre console and serves as an interface for GM’s MyLink system. The new Camaro is also equipped with mood lighting and now gets an electronic parking brake.
The new Camaro will rival the Ford Mustang when it goes on sale internationally by 2015-end.

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