Jul 9, 2021

A Buyer’s Guide to the 2021 Chevy CamaroThe iconic 2021 Chevrolet Camaro combines legendary muscle car performance with everyday usability. The vehicle comes available as a coupe in 1LS, 1LT, 2LT, 3LT, LT1, 1SS, 2SS, and ZL1 trim levels. All vehicles except the base model are available as a convertible. With four engines and several feature and appearance packages available, you have multiple ways to configure your Camaro to suit your style. Explore some of the reasons that the Chevy Camaro heads the muscle car field. 

Striking Good Looks 

The 2021 Chevy Camaro features dynamic head-turning styling that is sure to get you noticed. With the LS trim, you get the distinctive grille, signature LED running lights, 18-inch aluminum wheels, and body-color power mirrors. 

The 3LT trim offers heated auto-dimming mirrors, while the LT1 trim adds 20-inch wheels and a vented hood. Go with the 1SS trim for a rear stanchion spoiler and dark-tinted taillights. The ZL1 trim’s exclusive performance features include a distinctive spoiler and 20-inch dark graphic wheels. 

Scintillating Power and Performance 

The 2021 Chevy Camaro LS and LT trims feature a 275-horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that generates 295 pound-feet of torque. This engine can take you from zero to 60 mph in 5.4 seconds. LT models have the option of a 335-horsepower 3.6-liter V-6 engine that delivers 284 pound-feet of torque and has a zero to 60 mph time of 5.2 seconds. 

LT1 and SS models get a 455-horsepower 6.2-liter V-8 engine that develops 455 pound-feet of torque and gets you to 60 mph in four seconds. Leading the pack is the ZL1 trim, with its supercharged 6.2-liter V-8 engine. This engine produces a jaw-dropping 650 horsepower and 650 pound-feet of torque. 

Each engine comes standard with a six-speed manual transmission. With the base engine, you can opt for an eight-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters, while the V-6 and V-8 engines offer the option of a paddle-shifting 10-speed auto. 

Helping to harness the Chevy Camaro’s stunning performance is a standard limited-slip rear differential, while LT1 models add performance-tuned suspension and Brembo front brakes. The 1SS trim vehicle has coolers for the transmission oil and rear differential and Brembo front and rear brakes. The ZL1 trim gets an electronic limited-slip differential, magnetic ride control, launch control, and a dual-note exhaust. 

Driver-Focused Interior 

The 2021 Chevrolet Camaro’s driver-oriented cockpit offers push-button start, premium cloth or stylish leather seating, a power-adjustable driver’s seat, folding rear seats, and a leather-wrapped shift knob and flat-bottom sport steering wheel. The standard Chevrolet infotainment system includes six-speaker audio, a 7-inch touch screen, a Wi-Fi hot spot, Bluetooth, voice recognition, and, new for 2021, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. 

Going with the 2LT trim offers you heated and ventilated front seats and dual-zone automatic temperature control. The 3LT and 2SS models feature 24-color spectrum lighting, an 8-inch driver information display, driver memory settings, a heated steering wheel, a head-up display, wireless charging, a nine-speaker Bose sound system, and an 8-inch touch screen. In the top-of-the-range ZL1 trim, you’ll find Recaro sports seats, aluminum sports pedals, and a steering wheel and shift knob wrapped in suede microfiber. 

For a closer look at the superb features and performance of the 2021 Chevy Camaro, head over to your local Chevrolet dealer today to arrange a test drive. 

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