Camaro ZL1 information
11-15-2011, 07:57 PM
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Camaro ZL1 information
For Release: Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2011, 9 a.m. EST
Camaro ZL1 by the Numbers: 3.9 Seconds, 184 mph, $54,095
DETROIT – The 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Coupe accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 3.9
seconds, and can reach a top speed of 184 mph. Starting at $54,095, including Performance
Traction Management and Magnetic Ride suspension, the ZL1 delivers supercar levels of
performance and technology for the price of a sports car.
“From the original Camaro to the current Corvette ZR1, Chevrolet has a long history of
delivering world-class cars that outperformed competitors at several times the price,” said Chris
Perry, vice president, global Chevrolet marketing and strategy. “The ZL1 is no exception. There
are very few cars at any price that can match the power, features, and track-capability of the
Camaro ZL1.”
The Camaro ZL1 Coupe features a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $54,095,
excluding delivery fees and taxes. For that price, the ZL1 compares favorably to much more
expensive cars:
Base price Horsepower Torque Magnetic Ride
Camaro ZL1 $54,095 580 556 Standard
Audi R8 GT $196,800 560 398 Standard
Maserati GranTurismo $122,800 405 339 Not available
Mercedes SLS AMG $185,750 565 479 Not available
Supercar Performance
The heart of the Camaro ZL1 is a supercharged 6.2L engine is SAE-rated at 580 horsepower
(432 kW) and 556 lb.-ft. of torque (754 Nm). – making it the most-powerful production Camaro
ever.
The LSA features a Roots-style blower with an efficient four-lobe rotor set and compact
intercooler The ZL1 also features a standard dual-mode exhaust system, with vacuum-actuated
valves in the exhaust pipes for a refined exhaust note at low speeds as well as a free-flowing
system for peak performance.
Power is delivered to the rear wheels through either a six-speed manual or automatic
transmission. With either transmission, the Camaro ZL1 delivers performance that rivals some
of the world’s fastest supercars:
Manual Automatic
0 – 60 mph (from rolling start) 4.0 seconds 3.9 seconds
1/4-mile (from a rolling start) 12.1 sec at 119 mph 12.0 sec at 119 mph
Top speed 180 mph 184 mph
Max lateral grip 1.0 g 1.0 g
“With 0 to 60 taking less than four seconds, the acceleration of the ZL1 is just awesome,” said
Al Oppenheiser, Camaro chief engineer, “but horsepower is only half of the story. The ZL1’s
most significant measurement of performance is lapping the Nurburgring in 7:41.27. That’s
astounding for a 2+2 coupe, and a great testament to the acceleration, braking, grip, and
balance of the Camaro ZL1. It is the well-rounded performance of the Camaro ZL1 that will set
the bar for the sports-car segment.”
Exclusive, track-capable technologies
To deliver that well-rounded performance, the Camaro ZL1 comes standard with several trackcapable
technologies that are exclusive to the sports car segment.
For example, the Camaro ZL1 is the first sports car to feature the third-generation of Magnetic
Ride. This advanced suspension system employs valve-less damping and Magneto-Rheological
(MR) fluid technology to varies the suspension firmness to match the road and driving
conditions.
“Traditional suspension systems at some point compromise ride quality for road-holding grip
and body control,” said Oppenheiser. “With Magnetic Ride Control, we can offer customers the
best of both worlds: A comfortable ride that makes the ZL1 appropriate as a daily driver and the
incredibly precise body control that makes the ZL1 so enjoyable on the track.”
Also standard on the Camaro ZL1 is Performance Traction Management (PTM), which is
exclusive to General Motors. First introduced on the Corvette ZR1, PTM is an advanced system
that integrates magnetic ride control, launch control, traction control, electronic stability control
and electric power steering response to enhance performance. For example, the launch control
feature (manual transmission only) automatically modulates engine torque for the best-possible
acceleration without excessive wheel spin. When the driver pushes the throttle to the floor, the
system holds a predetermined engine speed until the driver releases the clutch. Then, the
system modulates engine torque 100 times per second to maximize the available traction.
Similarly, on a road course, the driver can apply full throttle when exiting a corner and PTM will
automatically manage acceleration dynamics to maximize exit speed based on available
traction.
In addition, the Camaro ZL1 has been engineered to be track-capable from the factory,
including a rear-differential cooler, an integrated engine- and transmission-oil cooler, and brakecooling
ducts as standard equipment. As such, the ZL1 offers many technologies and features
not available on the Ford Shelby GT500:
Camaro ZL1 GT500
Magnetic Ride Standard Not available
Performance Traction Management Standard Not available
Factory engine and transmission coolers Standard Dealer-installed option
Factory brake cooling ducts Standard Dealer-installed option
Factory rear differential cooler Standard Dealer-installed option
Additional features and options
The interior of the Camaro ZL1 features standard leather seating surfaces with sueded
microfiber inserts, and heated, powered-adjustable front seats. Standard technologies include a
nine-speaker Boston Acoustics® audio system; USB and Bluetooth connectivity; and rear-park
assist with a rear-view camera display integrated in the center rear-view mirror.
The Camaro ZL1 is available with six options:
�� Six-speed automatic transmission with TapShift controls is $1,185
�� 20-inch, bright aluminum wheel package is $470
�� Power sunroof is $900
�� Stripe package is $470
�� Exposed-weave carbon fiber hood insert is $600
�� The suede package, including sueded microfiber accents on the steering wheel, shift
****, and shift boot is $500
The Camaro ZL1 Coupe will go on sale in the spring of 2012, as a 2012 model. The Camaro
ZL1 Convertible will go on sale in the summer of 2012, as a 2013 model. Pricing for the Camaro
ZL1 Convertible will be announced later.
Camaro ZL1 by the Numbers: 3.9 Seconds, 184 mph, $54,095
DETROIT – The 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Coupe accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 3.9
seconds, and can reach a top speed of 184 mph. Starting at $54,095, including Performance
Traction Management and Magnetic Ride suspension, the ZL1 delivers supercar levels of
performance and technology for the price of a sports car.
“From the original Camaro to the current Corvette ZR1, Chevrolet has a long history of
delivering world-class cars that outperformed competitors at several times the price,” said Chris
Perry, vice president, global Chevrolet marketing and strategy. “The ZL1 is no exception. There
are very few cars at any price that can match the power, features, and track-capability of the
Camaro ZL1.”
The Camaro ZL1 Coupe features a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $54,095,
excluding delivery fees and taxes. For that price, the ZL1 compares favorably to much more
expensive cars:
Base price Horsepower Torque Magnetic Ride
Camaro ZL1 $54,095 580 556 Standard
Audi R8 GT $196,800 560 398 Standard
Maserati GranTurismo $122,800 405 339 Not available
Mercedes SLS AMG $185,750 565 479 Not available
Supercar Performance
The heart of the Camaro ZL1 is a supercharged 6.2L engine is SAE-rated at 580 horsepower
(432 kW) and 556 lb.-ft. of torque (754 Nm). – making it the most-powerful production Camaro
ever.
The LSA features a Roots-style blower with an efficient four-lobe rotor set and compact
intercooler The ZL1 also features a standard dual-mode exhaust system, with vacuum-actuated
valves in the exhaust pipes for a refined exhaust note at low speeds as well as a free-flowing
system for peak performance.
Power is delivered to the rear wheels through either a six-speed manual or automatic
transmission. With either transmission, the Camaro ZL1 delivers performance that rivals some
of the world’s fastest supercars:
Manual Automatic
0 – 60 mph (from rolling start) 4.0 seconds 3.9 seconds
1/4-mile (from a rolling start) 12.1 sec at 119 mph 12.0 sec at 119 mph
Top speed 180 mph 184 mph
Max lateral grip 1.0 g 1.0 g
“With 0 to 60 taking less than four seconds, the acceleration of the ZL1 is just awesome,” said
Al Oppenheiser, Camaro chief engineer, “but horsepower is only half of the story. The ZL1’s
most significant measurement of performance is lapping the Nurburgring in 7:41.27. That’s
astounding for a 2+2 coupe, and a great testament to the acceleration, braking, grip, and
balance of the Camaro ZL1. It is the well-rounded performance of the Camaro ZL1 that will set
the bar for the sports-car segment.”
Exclusive, track-capable technologies
To deliver that well-rounded performance, the Camaro ZL1 comes standard with several trackcapable
technologies that are exclusive to the sports car segment.
For example, the Camaro ZL1 is the first sports car to feature the third-generation of Magnetic
Ride. This advanced suspension system employs valve-less damping and Magneto-Rheological
(MR) fluid technology to varies the suspension firmness to match the road and driving
conditions.
“Traditional suspension systems at some point compromise ride quality for road-holding grip
and body control,” said Oppenheiser. “With Magnetic Ride Control, we can offer customers the
best of both worlds: A comfortable ride that makes the ZL1 appropriate as a daily driver and the
incredibly precise body control that makes the ZL1 so enjoyable on the track.”
Also standard on the Camaro ZL1 is Performance Traction Management (PTM), which is
exclusive to General Motors. First introduced on the Corvette ZR1, PTM is an advanced system
that integrates magnetic ride control, launch control, traction control, electronic stability control
and electric power steering response to enhance performance. For example, the launch control
feature (manual transmission only) automatically modulates engine torque for the best-possible
acceleration without excessive wheel spin. When the driver pushes the throttle to the floor, the
system holds a predetermined engine speed until the driver releases the clutch. Then, the
system modulates engine torque 100 times per second to maximize the available traction.
Similarly, on a road course, the driver can apply full throttle when exiting a corner and PTM will
automatically manage acceleration dynamics to maximize exit speed based on available
traction.
In addition, the Camaro ZL1 has been engineered to be track-capable from the factory,
including a rear-differential cooler, an integrated engine- and transmission-oil cooler, and brakecooling
ducts as standard equipment. As such, the ZL1 offers many technologies and features
not available on the Ford Shelby GT500:
Camaro ZL1 GT500
Magnetic Ride Standard Not available
Performance Traction Management Standard Not available
Factory engine and transmission coolers Standard Dealer-installed option
Factory brake cooling ducts Standard Dealer-installed option
Factory rear differential cooler Standard Dealer-installed option
Additional features and options
The interior of the Camaro ZL1 features standard leather seating surfaces with sueded
microfiber inserts, and heated, powered-adjustable front seats. Standard technologies include a
nine-speaker Boston Acoustics® audio system; USB and Bluetooth connectivity; and rear-park
assist with a rear-view camera display integrated in the center rear-view mirror.
The Camaro ZL1 is available with six options:
�� Six-speed automatic transmission with TapShift controls is $1,185
�� 20-inch, bright aluminum wheel package is $470
�� Power sunroof is $900
�� Stripe package is $470
�� Exposed-weave carbon fiber hood insert is $600
�� The suede package, including sueded microfiber accents on the steering wheel, shift
****, and shift boot is $500
The Camaro ZL1 Coupe will go on sale in the spring of 2012, as a 2012 model. The Camaro
ZL1 Convertible will go on sale in the summer of 2012, as a 2013 model. Pricing for the Camaro
ZL1 Convertible will be announced later.
11-16-2011, 09:14 PM
#2
Race Director
That should compare with the Hottest Mustangs below the Super Snake !
I hear the new KA version of the snake will be 634 same as the ZO6 .
I ran a Shelby SS last year with my 400 HP Vette and stayed with him .
These are epic times for the new Hot Rods that get excellent mileage as long as you don't have your foot in it .
Some of the others Car Makers are sitting on their laurels either.
Cadillac has a 500 HP CRS and Suzuki also has a version that looks like the Caddie that sports 400 Good HP cause one stayed right with me the same race.
We have HEMI's and World class Vettes right off the factory floor !
Dang why can't I be 25 with a fat bank account !!!!!
I hear the new KA version of the snake will be 634 same as the ZO6 .
I ran a Shelby SS last year with my 400 HP Vette and stayed with him .
These are epic times for the new Hot Rods that get excellent mileage as long as you don't have your foot in it .
Some of the others Car Makers are sitting on their laurels either.
Cadillac has a 500 HP CRS and Suzuki also has a version that looks like the Caddie that sports 400 Good HP cause one stayed right with me the same race.
We have HEMI's and World class Vettes right off the factory floor !
Dang why can't I be 25 with a fat bank account !!!!!
