Chevrolet Camaro (sixth generation)
The sixth-generation Chevrolet Camaro is an American pony car. Produced by automobile manufacturer Chevrolet, it was first introduced to the public on May 16, 2015. Sales started in 2015 for the 2016 model year. The Camaro now utilizes the GM Alpha platform shared with the Cadillac ATS and CTS and features MacPherson struts in front, rather than the former multi-link setup. General Motors claims that 70 percent of architectural components in the new Camaro are unique to the car.
Chevrolet Camaro (sixth generation) | |
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2018 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE | |
Overview | |
Manufacturer | Chevrolet (General Motors) |
Production | November 2015 – December 2023 |
Model years | 2016–2024 2016–2022 (South Korea) |
Assembly | Lansing, Michigan, United States (Lansing Grand River Assembly) |
Designer | Hwasup Lee (2016-2019) John Mack |
Body and chassis | |
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Layout | Front-engine, rear-wheel drive |
Platform | GM Alpha |
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Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 110.7 in (2,812 mm) |
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Width | 74.7 in (1,897 mm) |
Height |
53.1 in (1,349 mm) 53.4 in (1,356 mm) (China) |
Curb weight |
3,880 lb (1760kg) ZL1 3,820 lb (1733kg) ZL1 1LE |
Chronology | |
Predecessor | Chevrolet Camaro (fifth generation) |
The sixth generation of Camaro saw production return to the United States as the fourth and fifth-generation models had been assembled in Canada.
Like its predecessor, the sixth generation of the Camaro is available in coupé and convertible body styles. Compared to the previous generation, it is 2.3 in (58 mm) shorter, 0.8 in (20 mm) narrower and 1.1 in (28 mm) shorter in height. With similar equipment and engine, it is also more than 200 lb (91 kg) lighter.
Production of the sixth-generation Camaro ended in December 2023.