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Chevrolet Introduces 2019 Camaro


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Chevrolet Introduces Bold 2019 Camaro

New designs, available tech and first-ever Turbo 1LE energize broader lineup

2018-04-09

DETROIT Aril 9, 2018; Chevrolet today introduced a reinvigorated 2019 Camaro lineup with distinctive designs, new available technologies and the first-ever Turbo 1LE.

“Lauded since its introduction for its balance of driving fun, refinement and value, the restyled 2019 Camaro reaches even higher with more of the design, technology and choices that customers want,” said Steve Majoros, Chevrolet marketing director for Cars and Crossovers. “It’s a performer with few competitors and a pillar of Chevrolet’s energized car lineup.”

Highlights include:

  • Camaro SS now offered with 10L80 10-speed paddle-shift automatic transmission featuring custom launch control and line lock
  • Chevrolet Infotainment 3 systems, including available navigation
  • New available Rear Camera Mirror*
  • New available Forward Collision Alert*

Performance-driven design
The 2019 Camaro’s updated designs are not only striking but also help to improve performance. For instance, the grille details and hood and fascia vents were designed for optimized air flow, either to cool components or help minimize drag or lift. Camaro designers follow the mantra that all elements must not only be beautiful but also enhance performance.

Design highlights include:

  • New front-end styling with distinct differences between LS/LT, RS and SS, including the fascia, grille, LED dual-element headlamps and reshaped hood (ZL1 retains its airflow-optimized front-end styling)
  • SS-specific front fascia with “flowtie” open bowtie grille emblem and aero-enhancing air curtains, specific headlamps with new LED signature and extractor-style hood
  • RS Appearance Package available on LT adds unique polished black grille with Galvano Chrome lower inserts, new LED headlamps with LED signature light bar, specific rear fascia with rear diffuser and 20-inch wheels
  • New rear fascias for all models, with specific diffusers on RS and SS when equipped with Dual Mode Exhaust
  • New LED taillamps with a more sculptured evolution of Chevrolet’s signature dual-element design; red lenses are featured on LS and LT, with RS, SS and ZL1 featuring dark-tinted neutral-density lenses
  • New 20-inch wheel designs on RS and SS

Turbo 1LE
The new Camaro Turbo 1LE joins the V6 1LE, SS 1LE and ZL1 1LE to round out Camaro’s lineup of 1LE track stars. Leveraging the impressive performance and ideal weight distribution enabled by Camaro’s 2.0L turbocharged engine, the Turbo 1LE comes exclusively with a six-speed manual transmission and a tailored chassis package derived from the V6 1LE to offer track-capable performance. Highlights include:

  • FE3 suspension with larger diameter front and rear stabilizer bars, specifically tuned dampers, stiffer rear cradle bushings and cross-axis ball joints in the rear tow links that enhance lateral stiffness
  • Split front/rear summer-only tire sizes: P245/40R20 (front) and P275/35R20 (rear)
  • 2.0L turbo engine with 275 hp (205 kW) and 295 lb-ft of torque (400 Nm)
  • Brembo brake package with low-metallic performance pads
  • Nearly 50/50 weight balance
  • Driver Mode Selector with Sport Mode and new Track Mode; Competition Mode (within Sport and Track Modes) includes performance instrument readouts, launch control, shift lights and more
  • Standard sueded flat-bottom steering wheel and shift knob plus available Recaro seats

Camaro tech: next-generation infotainment, rear camera mirror and more
The 2019 Camaro offers Chevrolet’s next-generation Infotainment 3 with all-new systems that provide a more personalized experience and a more intuitive interface.

They’re the most advanced infotainment systems ever from Chevrolet, with functionality that mimics the latest smartphones and tablets, and cloud connection designed to enhance personalization, available navigation, voice recognition, apps and more. They even allow vehicle software updates to be automatically uploaded over the air.   

The standard system features a 7-inch-diagonal color touchscreen. An 8-inch diagonal touchscreen running Infotainment 3 is available, including one with navigation.

Additional new technology features and enhancements include:

  • Standard Rear Camera Mirror on 2SS and ZL1 models offers a wider, less obstructed field of view using a camera display that eliminates potential obstructions such as rear body pillars or seat headrests; a conventional rearview mirror view is also available
  • Improved standard rear-vision camera system* with a new, digital high-definition camera that offers improved view quality
  • Forward Collision Alert joins Camaro’s roster of available active safety features
  • Enhanced Performance Data Recorder system

The 2019 Camaro joins Cruze, Malibu and Spark as part of Chevrolet’s revitalized 2019 lineup of cars.

*Read the vehicle's owner's manual for important feature limitations and information.

2019 CAMARO LS & LT


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2019 CHEVROLET CAMARO LS & LT       

FAST FACT
Camaro was introduced in 1967 and was selected as the official Indianapolis 500 pace car that year.

BASE PRICE
TBD

EPA VEHICLE CLASS
Coupe or Convertible

NEW FOR 2019

  • New front-end styling, including the fascia, grille, dual-element headlamps, LED signature lighting and hood; specific fascia and headlamp designs for LS, LT and RS trims
  • LED headlamps and turn signals on LT; RS features LED light bar, turn signals and daytime running lamps
  • New rear fascia and sculpted LED taillamps with red lenses
  • New 20-inch wheel design for RS package
  • Chevrolet Infotainment 3 radio systems featuring 7-inch or 8-inch color touchscreen, depending on the model; system offers greater personalization and more intuitive user interface. Leverages Cloud connectivity to enhance personalization, navigation, voice recognition, apps and more. Navigation available
  • Revised ambient lighting with new blended color choices
  • Turbo 1LE package. It leverages the strong performance and ideal weight distribution enabled by Camaro’s 2.0L turbocharged engine and combines it with a tailored suspension package derived from the other 1LE models to offer track-capable performance. Highlights include:
  • FE3 suspension with larger-diameter front and rear stabilizer bars, specifically tuned dampers, stiffer rear cradle bushings and cross-axis ball joints in the rear tow links that enhance lateral stiffness
  • SS-style split front/rear tire sizes: P245/40R20 (front) and P275/35R20 (rear)
  • 2.0L turbo engine with 275 hp (205 kW) and 295 lb.-ft. of torque (400 Nm)
  • Heavy-duty brake package with low-metallic performance pads
  • Nearly 50/50 weight balance
  • Driver Mode Selector with new Track Mode
  • Competition Mode within the Driver Mode Selector Sport and Track Modes that includes performance instrument readouts, launch control, shift lights and more
  • Available Recaro seats, sueded flat-bottom steering wheel and sueded shift knob

VEHICLE HIGHLIGHTS

  • Offered in LS, LT (1LT and 2LT), SS (1SS and 2SS) and ZL1 models – all available as a coupe or convertible (see separate pages for complete SS and ZL1 details)
  • Camaro LS and LT offered with a standard 2.0L turbo or an available 3.6L V-6 engine
  • Standard LED daytime running lamps
  • RS package offered on LS and LT. Content includes 20-inch aluminum wheels, HID headlamps, LED taillamps, RS-specific upper and lower grilles and rear spoiler
  • 1LE package offered on Camaro LT, featuring track-tested Camaro SS components, specific technologies – including FE3 suspension, Brembo brakes and heavy-duty cooling – and enabling an estimated 0.97 g in cornering grip. Available on 1LT and 2LT with 3.6L V-6 and manual transmission
  • Driver Mode Selector enables the driver to tailor the look, sound and feel of the vehicles to his or her preferences and driving conditions
  • Available Brembo front brake package
  • New Chevrolet Infotainment 3 systems feature Apple CarPlay and Android Auto phone projection compatibility
  • Standard OnStar 4G LTE with Wi-Fi hotspot (includes three-month/3GB data trial)
  • Standard Keyless Open and Start
  • Remote vehicle starter (included with eight-speed automatic transmission)
  • Heated and ventilated leather-trimmed seats are standard on 2LT
  • Convenience and Lighting Package is available on 2LT and includes Memory Package, heated steering wheel, multicolor driver information display, head-up display, Rear Park Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Side Blind Zone Alert with Lane Change Alert, heated outside mirrors with driver-side auto dimming, body-color mirrors, interior spectrum lighting, illuminated sill plates and aluminum accents on the door trim and shifter cap

SAFETY FEATURES

  • Standard air bags include dual-stage frontal, thorax side-impact and knee air bags for the driver and front passenger. Coupe models also include head curtain side-impact air bags
  • Convenience and Lighting Package is available on 2LT and includes Rear Park Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Side Blind Zone Alert with Lane Change Alert
  • Rear-vision camera
  • StabiliTrak electronic stability control system
  • Front safety belt pretensioners
  • ABOUT CHEVROLET
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