All-New Camaro Exemplifies Chevrolet's 2010 Lineup of Great Looking, Efficient Cars

After a seven-year hiatus, the new Chevrolet Camaro is back – and better than ever. It’s advanced 3.6L, direct-injected V-6 delivers performance and efficiency, with 304 horsepower (227 kW) and EPA-rated 29 mpg in highway driving in LT and LS models.

Chevy Camaro

The Camaro’s combination of efficient performance blends with dramatic, heritage-inspired design and great refinement in a distinctive package that exemplifies Chevrolet’s commitment to great looking, fuel-efficient cars for all customers.

For those lured by the intoxication of small-block V-8 power, the performance-oriented Camaro SS offers a pair of 6.2L V-8s – including one with Active Fuel Management that helps improve fuel economy by shutting down four cylinders during certain light-load driving conditions. That model delivers 25 mpg in EPA-rated highway fuel economy. All Camaro models are backed by fuel-saving six-speed transmissions.

An RS appearance package is available on LT and SS. It includes HID headlamps with integrated halo rings, a rear spoiler on LT, specific taillamps and 20-inch wheels with a Midnight Silver finish. Like the exterior, the Camaro’s four-passenger cabin blends contemporary features and heritage design with well-executed with details that convey simplicity and refinement. An available ambient light package, for example, offers advanced LED light pipe technology, giving the interior a distinctive glow.

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Below is a look at the rest of Chevy’s car lineup for 2010. See the separate release for details on Chevrolet’s truck and utility vehicle lineup.

Aveo

Chevrolet Aveo

The fuel-efficient Chevrolet Aveo receives powertrain revisions for 2010 that enhance its already great fuel economy. Automatic-equipped Aveo models are rated at 25 city/34 city, while transmission gearing changes to the manual-transmission models enable improved highway fuel economy.

The Aveo lineup also includes a contemporary looking sedan and the Aveo5, a sporty five-door hatchback. All models benefit in 2010 from a slight increase in horsepower; and a new exterior color is available, while features such as OnStar, XM Satellite Radio, the GM Oil Life Monitoring system and standard 15-inch wheels return.

Cobalt

Chevy Cobalt XFE sedan

Chevrolet Cobalt returns for 2010, with an efficient lineup of XFE, LS, LT and turbocharged SS models. The XFE is rated at 37 mpg on the highway; the LS and LT models are rated at 33 mpg on the highway and the high-performance Cobalt SS delivers 30 miles per gallon on the highway. The Cobalt SS is powered by a sophisticated 2.0L turbocharged and intercooled Ecotec engine that uses direct injection technology to deliver its balance of performance and fuel efficiency.

There are few changes for the Cobalt lineup for 2010, including exterior and interior color revisions. What hasn’t changed, however, is its customer-focused package of choices, convenience and safety features that many other competitors can’t match – including Bluetooth wireless phone connectivity and an iPod-compatible USB port in the radio.

Corvette

Chevrolet Corvette convertible

Sports car enthusiasts have a veritable smorgasbord of choices in the Corvette lineup for 2010, including the all-new Grand Sport model. New and revised features on across the board include a return of Torch Red to the exterior color choices, available crossed flags embroidery on the seats, new interior trim patterns and side airbags now standard on all models.

All the Corvette models:
Corvette coupe and convertible: The standard LS3 6.2L engine is paired with six-speed manual or six-speed paddle-shift automatic transmissions; launch control is now standard on manual-equipped models, while revisions to the paddle shift control enable an easier return to the automatic mode on the six-speed automatic. Also, convertible models receive the tall rear spoiler from the Z06.

Corvette Grand Sport: Replacing the previous Z51 package, the new Grand Sport brings a greater degree of handling performance, with wider wheels and tires; wider fenders; distinctive exterior styling cues; revised shock, stabilizer bar and spring specifications; and specific gearing. Grand Sport coupe models equipped with the manual transmission are uniquely outfitted for race track competition, too, with a dry-sump oiling system, differential cooler and a rear-mounted battery.

Corvette Z06: With racing-inspired powertrain and suspension features, t he Corvette Z06 delivers exceptional levels of capability and technology, making it one of the best performance values on the market. It has an aluminum frame, with carbon fiber fenders and door panels, making it the lightest Corvette model available. It’s 7.0L LS7 engine is rated at 505 horsepower (377 kW). For 2010, the Z06 3LZ package includes power sports seats, including a power-adjustable passenger seat.

Corvette ZR1: The ZR1 returns for 2010 with new Performance Traction Management (PTM) technology. It is an advanced system that is part of a new Launch Control feature that optimizes traction for greater and more consistent on-track performance. The Corvette ZR1 is powered by supercharged and intercooled 6.2L engine that is hand-assembled at GM’s Performance Build Center. It is rated at 638 horsepower (476 kW), making it the most powerful production car ever offered by Chevrolet and GM.

Impala

Chevy Impala LTZ

Impala continues as on of the segment’s best values. That value is supported by features such as 3.5L V-6 that offers 29 mpg in highway fuel efficiency, as well as a safety package that includes thorax side-impact air bags. Available features include Bluetooth phone connectivity through the OnStar system. New for 2010 is a trio of contemporary exterior colors and revisions to the 1LT trim package.

Malibu

Chevrolet Malibu LT

Racking up countless accolades and recommendations since being named the North American Car of the Year in 2008, the Chevy Malibu continues to offer great efficiency packaged in a signature design. Models equipped with the 2.4L engine/six-speed automatic combination are rated at 33 mpg on the highway.

Changes for 2010 include three new exterior colors and the replacement of the driver’s manual lumbar control with a new, power-adjustable control. Also, 17-inch chrome-clad wheels are standard on 2LT models; the 2.4L engine is E85-capable and the six-speed automatic transmission is now standard on 1LT models.