OFFICIAL 2010 Camaro Specifications Fully Released by GM

Everyone (including us) has flooded the internet with every Camaro news and rumor to hit the press. Finally the rumors have hit the paper as yesterday Chevrolet publicly released the Camaro. No more design changes, this is what you get. Luckily enough GM stayed true to the Camaro concept vehicles. Everyone hates to see a sweet looking concept vehicle that never develops into a full production vehicle.

Here are some general facts about the new 2010 Camaro as released by GM:

Performance

A 3.6L DI VVT V6 engine with a projected 300 hp and manual six-speed transmission is standard on LS and LT models. Choose the available six-speed automatic with TAPshift to achieve an estimated 26 mpg highway
A 6.2L V8 with a projected 400 hp with six-speed automatic transmission with TAPshift includes Active Fuel Management technology to achieve 23 mpg highway
For the top-of-the-line, the 6.2L V8 with manual six-speed transmission produces a projected 422 hp
Four-wheel independent suspension system, including a 4.5 link rear suspension
Variable-rate power steering with the rack mounted forward of the front axle for better weight balance and greater driver feel
Four-wheel disc brake systems with ABS standard on all models, including four-piston Brembo calipers on SS models
StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control System with traction control standard on all models
Competitive/Sport modes for the Stabilitrak system offered on SS models, including launch control on SS models equipped with the six-speed manual transmission
Robust body structure and exceptional build quality

Design

Sleek, heritage-inspired styling with contemporary cues and 10 available exterior colors
Detailed interior with heritage-inspired design, excellent attention to detail and available ambient LED lighting technology
RS Appearance Package available on LT and SS, with HID headlamps with integrated halo ring feature, spoiler, specific taillamps and 20-inch wheels2
Family of 18-, 19- and 20-inch wheels
Extensive list of options and accessories for almost unlimited personalization choices

Technology

Bluetooth wireless technology for compatible phones
Premium Boston Acoustics 9-speaker, 245 watt audio system with subwoofer available on select models
USB connectivity available on select models
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist available on select models (planned for December, 2009)
Remote vehicle starting system available on select models
Six standard airbags: Dual-stage frontal air bags, Head-curtain side-impact air bags, Front-seat-mounted, side-impact thorax air bags for driver and front passenger.
OnStar with one-year Safe & Sound Plan standard, also available is Turn-By-Turn Navigation5 with Directions & Connections plan

The current production calls for two different trim levels:

LS & LT

Even though the pictures show an RS badge that is not mentioned in the specifications, the LS and LT models will be V6. The V6 features an all aluminum 3.6 liter four valve that will turn 7,000 rpm. Dual overhead cams and the nice bore/stroke (3.70 x 3.37) combination help the V6 turn that RPM. The overall compression ratio is at a high 11.3:1. Chevrolet claims the V6 will make 300 horsepower and 273 foot-pounds on regular unleaded, but with that kind of compression I don’t think it will hurt to run premium. This will put the V6 on par with the Mustang GT, and with two less cylinders to boot. The LT version weighs in 180 pounds less then the SS.

Photography Courtesy of Autoblog

The SS badges will represent the LS3 (Formally 2008 Corvette) power. There is still a rumor for a Z28 trim level in the future. The LS3 is a 6.2 liter all aluminum V8 pumping out 422 horsepower and 408 foot pounds or torque. This will put the SS version in a class with the Challenger, but 300 pounds less at 3860 (with 5 speed transmission). It seems like automakers have been obsessed with 20” wheels for the last few years. The SS doesn’t go overlooked as it will sport 20 x 8 fronts and 20 x 9 rears. It will have some decently sized meats on them, 245 front and 275 rear. The SS will also get some nice stopping power, complimented by Brembo 4 piston calipers. I am especially looking forward to the handling tests of the SS. It is heavy, but has a 52/48 split and all independent suspension.

The folks over at 5thgen.org have a full specifications sheet on the Camaro.

US automakers have come along way in the last 3-4 years with coming out with interior combinations that are more appealing. Plastic that rattles and interior designs that date back to the 80s are a thing of the past. The Camaro will get the same retro style interior as the Mustang. GM even engineered the shifter forward gauge packs reminiscent of the Gen 1s. You will even get some psychedelic lighting accents throughout the Camaro. Hopefully at night you wont get confused about being in your Camaro or a club.

Sources:
5thgen.org

AutoBlog

Here are all of the specifications posted from the spec’s page:

Overview
Models: Chevrolet Camaro RS LS, RS LT and SS
Driveline: Four-passenger, front-engine, rear-drive coupe
Construction: Unitized body frame, one- and two-sided galvanized steel
Mfg Location: Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
Competitors: Dodge Challenger, Ford Mustang, Nissan 350Z

Available Colors: Aqua Blue Metallic, Black, Cyber Gray Metallic, Imperial Blue Metallic, Inferno Orange Metallic, Rally Yellow, Red Jewel Tint Coat (Extra Cost Color), Silver Ice Metallic, Victory Red, and White (Interim Availability)

Chassis/Suspension:
Front: double-ball-joint, multi-link strut; direct-acting stabilizer bar; progressive-rate coil springs; fully adjustable camber, caster and toe
Rear: 4.5-link independent; progressive-rate coil springs over shocks; stabilizer bar; fully adjustable camber and toe
Steering type: variable-ratio rack-and-pinion
Steering ratio: 16.1:1
Steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock: 2.5
Turning circle, curb-to-curb (ft/m): 37.7/11.5

Brakes:
Type: four-wheel disc w/ABS; ventilated front and rear rotors; single-piston front calipers and single-piston alloy rear calipers (LS, LT); four-piston fixed Brembo aluminum front and rear calipers (SS)
Rotor diameter, front (in/mm):
LS/LT: 12.64/321
SS: 14/355
Rotor diameter, rear (in/mm):
LS/LT: 12.4/315
SS: 14.4/365
Rotor thickness, front (in/mm):
LS/LT: 1.18/30
SS: 1.26/32
Rotor thickness, rear (in/mm):
LS/LT: 0.9/23
SS: 1.1/28

Wheels/Tires
Wheel size and type:
LS: 18×7.5-inch steel
LT: 18×7.5-inch aluminum OR 19×8-inch aluminum
SS: 20×8-inch aluminum (front), 20×9-inch aluminum (rear)
Tires:
LS: P245/55R18 all-season
LT: P245/55R18 all-season OR P245/50R19 all-season
SS: P245/45ZR20 summer (front), P275/40ZR20 summer (rear)

Engines
3.6l V-6 DI VVT (LLT)
Application: LS, LT
Displacement (cu in / cc) 217/3564
Bore & stroke (in / mm) 3.70 x 3.37 / 94 x 85.6
Block material – cast aluminum w/ cast-in-place iron bore liners
Valvetrain – dual overhead camshafts, four valves per cylinder, continuously variable valve timing
Fuel delivery – direct high-pressure fuel injection
Compression ration – 11.3:1
Horsepower (hp/kW)– 300/224 @ 6400 rpm *
Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ rpm) – 273/370 @ 5200 *
Recommended fuel – regular unleaded
Max engine speed – 7000
Fuel economy (auto trans) – 26 hwy (est)

6.2L V-8 (LS3, L99)
Application : SS
Displacement (cu in / cc) 376/6162
Bore & stroke (in / mm) 4.06 x 3.62 / 103.25 x 92
Cylinder head material: aluminum (v6 too, whoops)
Block material – cast aluminum w/ cast-in-place iron bore liners
Valvetrain – valve-in-head: two valves per cylinder; roller lifters; Active Fuel Management (L99)
Fuel delivery – returnless, multi-port fuel injection
Compression ration – 10.7:1
Horsepower (hp/kW)– 422 / 315 @ 5000 rpm (LS3) * 400 / 299 @ 5000 (L99)*
Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ rpm) – 408 / 553 @ 4500 (LS3)* 395 / 535 @ 4500 (L99)
Recommended fuel – premium unleaded
Max engine speed (rpm)– 6000 (L99) 6600 (LS3)
Fuel economy (auto trans) – 23 hwy (est)

Transmissions
Hydra-Matic 6l50 six-speed automatic (LS, LT) w/ TAPshift
Gear ratios (:1):
First: 4.07
Second: 2.37
Third: 1.55
Fourth: 1.16
Fifth: 0.85
Sixth: 0.67
Reverse: 3.06
Final drive ratio: 3.27

Hydra-Matic 6l80 six-speed automatic (SS) w/ TAPshift
Gear ratios (:1):
First: 4.03
Second: 2.36
Third: 1.53
Fourth: 1.15
Fifth: 0.85
Sixth: 0.67
Reverse: 3.06
Final drive ratio: 3.27

Aisin Warner AY6 six-speed manual (LS, LT)
Gear ratios (:1):
First: 4.48
Second: 2.58
Third: 1.63
Fourth: 1.19
Fifth: 1.00
Sixth: 0.75
Reverse: 3.67
Final drive ratio: 3.27

TR6060 six-speed manual (SS)
Gear ratios (:1):
First: 3.01
Second: 2.07
Third: 1.43
Fourth: 1.00
Fifth: 0.84
Sixth: 0.57
Reverse: 3.28
Final drive ratio: 3.45

Dimensions, Exterior:
Overall length (in/mm): 190.4/4836
Overall width (in/mm): 75.5/1918
Overall height (in/mm): 54.2/1377
Track, front (in/mm): 63.7/1618
Track, rear (in/mm): 64.1/1628 (LS, LT); 63.7/1618 (SS)
Curb weights (lb/kg):
3750/1705 – LT w/automatic
3741/1700 – LT w/manual
3769/1713 – LS w/automatic
3780/1718 – LS w/manual
3913/1779 – SS w/automatic
3860/1755 – SS w/manual
Weight balance (% front/rear) 52/48

Dimensions, Interior:
Seating capacity (front/rear): 2/2
Headroom (in/mm): front: 37.4/950; rear: 35.3/897
Legroom (in/mm): front: 42.4/1077; rear: 29.9/757
Shoulder room (in/mm): front: 56.9/1444; rear: 42.5/1080