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Camaro Model Year Overview, 2010-2015 SS, LT, LS & 2012-2015 Camaro ZL1

The 2010+ Camaro, "The 5th Gen Camaro", or the fifth generation body style since the original 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. This new Camaro features Independent Rear Suspension on the Zeta Platform chassis (also used on the 2008-2009 Pontiac G8 and 2013+ Chevrolet SS models)

1967-1969 - The 1st Generation Camaro
1970-1981 - The 2nd Generation Camaro
1982-1992 - The 3rd Generation Camaro
1993-2002 - The 4th Generation Camaro
2010-2015 - The current 5th Generation Camaro

The 2010 Camaro - "2009 Concept Camaro"

Available 2010 Camaro Models:
Coupe: LS, LT, SS

NEW: Optional RS Package available on LS and SS models

SPEC: LT & LS Models: 3.6L LLT V6 Engine (304 hp)
SPEC: SS Models: 6.2L V8 Engine (426 hp LS3, Manual) (400 hp L99, Automatic)

The 2011 Camaro - Introducing the Convertible Model & Heads-Up Display (HUD)

Available 2011 Camaro Models:
Coupe: LS, LT, SS
Convertible: LT, SS

NEW: Convertible model available
NEW: Updated V6 Horsepower: 312 hp @ 6,500 RPMs (previously 304 hp)
NEW: Heads-Up Display (HUD) optional
NEW: Synergy Green exterior color available for all models

The 2012 Camaro - Introducing the ZL1 Model, 45th Anniversary Package, V6 LFX Engine

Available 2012 Camaro Models:
Coupe: LS, LT, SS, ZL1 (ZL1 Base Price: $54,095)
Convertible: LT, SS

NEW: Camaro ZL1 model w/ Supercharged LSA Engine - 580 hp
NEW: Camaro V6 LFX Engine - Direct-Injected 323 hp, 278 torque, new cylinder head design
NEW: New Redesigned Interior for all models
NEW: Camaro 45th Anniversary Package available
NEW: Front Passenger Power Seat Adjuster Standard on LT & SS models
NEW: FE4 Performance Suspension on SS Coupe models
NEW: High Wing Spoiler (5V5) option
NEW: Updated Steering Wheel design to support performance driving
NEW: Illuminated Footwell Lighting option
NEW: Camaro RS-style tail lamps on all models
NEW: Crystal Red Tintcoat replaces Red Jewel Tintcoat exterior color
NEW: Power-tilt for front passenger seat
Deletion: 3.6L LLT V6 Engine (Replaced by new LFX 3.6L V6 Engine)
Deletion: Red Jewel Tintcoat & Synergy Green Metallic exterior colors

The 2013 Camaro - Introducing the 1LE Road-Race Package & ZL1 Convertible

Available 2013 Camaro Models:
Coupe: LS, LT, SS, ZL1
Convertible: LT, SS, ZL1

NEW: Blue Ray Metallic exterior color
NEW: Mojave Leather Interior
NEW: 1LE SS Performance Package includes 20" Black Wheels & 3.91 Axle Ratio
NEW: FE6 Suspension
NEW: Convertible ZL1 Model available
NEW: New Wheel Design for all models with 18" and 20" Wheels
NEW: Dual Mode Exhaust available on SS models w/ Manual Transmission
NEW: Electric Power Steering standard on all SS models
NEW: Chevrolet MyLink Color Touch Radio
NEW: New Shift Knob & Automatic Hill Start Assist on all manual transmission models
Deletion: Imperial Blue Metallic & Carbon Flash Metallic exterior color
Deletion: 45th Anniversary Package
Deletion: Auto-dimming inside rearview mirror w/ rear camera display

The 2014 Camaro - Introducing the Z/28 Model, and Redesigned Front & Rear Fascias & Tail Lights

Available 2014 Camaro Models:
Coupe: LS, LT, SS, ZL1, Z/28
Convertible: LT, SS, ZL1

NEW: New Redesigned Tail Lights and Rear Fascia, as well as Front Fascia and Hood Vent
NEW: Recaro Sport Seats option
NEW: Full-Color Heads-Up Display (HUD) option
Change: 1LE Model gets ZL1 Rear Spoiler

The 2015 Camaro - The last year of the 5th Gen Camaro body style!

Available 2015 Camaro Models:
Coupe: LS, LT, SS, ZL1, Z/28
Convertible: LT, SS, ZL1

NEW: Blue Velvet Metallic (G1M) exterior color
NEW: Illuminated Foot Wells Lighting (S0U)
NEW: Spoiler Extension (SIA)
Change: Tonneau cover changed from standard to available on 2LT Convertible
Change: 20" Wheels finish changes to Bright Silver-painted with the RS Package (WRS)
Deletion: Deep Magenta Metallic & Blue Ray Metallic exterior colors

The Future 6th Generation 2016 Camaro - New Body Style for 2016

NOTES: New Alpha Platform Chassis - used on current Cadillac ATS & CTS models
NOTES: V6 Twin-Turbo Engine - used in current Cadillac ATS models