Chevrolet Camaro (5th generation)
The return of a legend, blending retro-cool styling with modern LS3 V8 muscle.
- Power
- 426 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 4.6 s
- Top speed
- 155 mph
- Est. value
- $14k–$35k
About the Chevrolet Camaro
The fifth-generation Camaro SS marked the triumphant return of Chevrolet's pony car after a seven-year hiatus, built on the GM Zeta platform shared with Holden. The SS trim features the 6.2-litre LS3 V8 when equipped with the manual transmission, delivering a raw, mechanical driving experience that its automatic counterparts lack. Its design, heavily inspired by the 1969 original, became a pop-culture icon through the Transformers film franchise. While the interior was criticised for visibility and plastic quality, the chassis offered surprisingly sophisticated handling for a muscle car, aided by independent rear suspension and Brembo brakes.
Chevrolet Camaro specs
The Chevrolet Camaro produces 426 bhp (318 kW) and 569 Nm (420 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 4.6 seconds and has a top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).
| Make | Chevrolet |
|---|---|
| Model | Camaro |
| Generation | fifth generation (5th generation) |
| Trim | SS |
| Years | 2009–2015 |
| Type | Muscle |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | United States |
| Original price | About $31,000 when new |
| Engine | 6.2-litre V8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 6,162 cc (6.2 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 426 bhp (318 kW) at 5,900 rpm |
| Torque | 569 Nm (420 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,600 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 4.6 s |
| Top speed | 155 mph (250 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,746 kg (3,849 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 244 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Chevrolet Camaro worth?
A typical Chevrolet Camaro is estimated to be worth $14,000 – $35,000 (about £10,000 – £26,000).
Its original price when new was about $31,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Chevrolet Camaro rarity in CarSpot
The Chevrolet Camaro is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 17 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Chevrolet Camaro fun facts
- The 2011 model year saw the introduction of the convertible body style and the first factory-fitted Head-Up Display (HUD) for the Camaro.
- Manual-transmission SS models received the 426 hp LS3 engine, while automatics used the 400 hp L99 engine with Active Fuel Management.
- The fifth-gen Camaro's design was penned by Sangyup Lee, who later became the head of design at Hyundai and Genesis.
