Chevrolet Camaro Fifth generation

Chevrolet Camaro Fifth generation
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The Chevrolet Camaro Fifth generation (2010–2015): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 26 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, France, the United States, and Canada.

Model codes: Zeta · Sold in: United States, Canada, European Union, France, and United Kingdom

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,840 mm RDW4,840 mm TC4,836 mm
Width1,920 mm RDW1,920 mm TC1,918 mm
Height1,292–1,379 mm Traficom1,380 mm TC1,377 mm
Wheelbase2,850 mm RDW2,850 mm TC2,852 mm
Front track1,618 mm ASTRA1,620 mm TC–
Rear track1,618 mm ASTRA1,620–1,630 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,596–1,899 kg RDW1,700–1,987 kg TC1,701 kg
Mass in running order1,696–1,999 kg RDW––
Gross vehicle weight2,067–2,300 kg RDW––
Towing, braked trailer453–454 kg RDW––
Towing, unbraked trailer453–454 kg RDW––
Seats and space
Seats4 RDW––
Doors2 RDW––
Boot space––320 L
Luggage space (EPA)–311 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)–2,633 L EPA–
Performance
Top speed250 km/h RDW––
Torque556–569 Nm ASTRA–370–569 Nm

Tyre sizes (most common first): 245/45R20, 275/40R20

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2012–2015: ★★★★★

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, fr), Traficom type approvals (Finland), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data, NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at testPass rateUK averageTests
9–12 years91.0% (88.2–93.2)77.9%510

What the MOT finds

AreaThis modelUK average, same ages
Tyres15.3%31.2%
Brakes11.4%27.3%
Suspension11.2%27.3%
Lights and electrics11.0%17.6%
Noise, emissions and leaks5.3%7.6%
Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers)4.9%8.4%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

1,183 complaints for model years 2010–2015. 86 crashes · 14 fires · 74 injuries · 6 deaths

  • Electrical system 367
  • Airbags 214
  • Engine 189
  • Transmission and drivetrain 120
  • Steering 107
  • Brakes 52

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 26 versions of the Chevrolet Camaro Fifth generation

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European Union 5 versions

New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.

Years and versionEnginePowerFuelCO₂EU registrations
2011–20156.2 L298 kW (405 PS)Petrol298–304 g/km3,672
2011–20156.2 L318 kW (432 PS)Petrol322–329 g/km2,665
2013–2014––Petrol312–314 g/km46
20136.2 L–Other fuel318 g/km62
20106.2 L–Petrol316 g/km22

United Kingdom 6 versions

New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
20156.2 V8 Convertible · 6.2 V8 Coupé6.2 LPetrol6-speed manual14.1 L/100 km NEDC329 g/km
20156.2 V8 Convertible Auto · 6.2 V8 Coupé Auto6.2 LPetrol6-speed automatic13.1 L/100 km NEDC304 g/km
2013–20146.2 V8 · 6.2 V8 Convertible · 6.2 V8 Coupé6.2 LPetrolManual14.1 L/100 km NEDC329 g/km
2013–20146.2 V8 Auto · 6.2 V8 Convertible Auto · 6.2 V8 Coupé Auto6.2 LPetrolAutomatic13.1 L/100 km NEDC304 g/km
20126.2 V86.2 LPetrol6-speed manual14.1 L/100 km NEDC329 g/km
20126.2 V8 Automatic6.2 LPetrol6-speed automatic13.1 L/100 km NEDC304 g/km

France 4 versions

New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.

Years and versionEnginePowerFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2012–2015CAMARO Coupe BVA–298 kW (405 PS)Petrol6-speed automatic13.1 L/100 km NEDC304 g/km
2012–2015CAMARO Convertible BVA–298 kW (405 PS)Petrol6-speed automatic13.1 L/100 km NEDC304 g/km
2012–2015CAMARO Coupe BVM–318 kW (432 PS)Petrol6-speed manual14.1 L/100 km NEDC329 g/km
2012–2015CAMARO Convertible BVM–318 kW (432 PS)Petrol6-speed manual14.1 L/100 km NEDC329 g/km

United States 7 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2011–2015SIDI3.6 LPetrol6-speed automaticRear-wheel drive21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA248–266 g/km
2011–2015SIDI3.6 LPetrol6-speed manualRear-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA271–276 g/km
2010–20156.2 LPetrol6-speed automaticRear-wheel drive14–19 MPG (12.4–16.8 L/100 km) EPA291–398 g/km
2010–20156.2 LPetrol6-speed manualRear-wheel drive16–19 MPG (12.4–14.7 L/100 km) EPA291–349 g/km
2014–2015Z/287.0 LPetrol6-speed manualRear-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA360 g/km
20103.6 LPetrol6-speed manualRear-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
20103.6 LPetrol6-speed automaticRear-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km

Canada 4 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2010–2015Compact3.6 LPetrol6-speed automatic10.5–11.3 L/100 km 5-cycle242–260 g/km
2010–2015Compact3.6 LPetrol6-speed manual11.3–11.7 L/100 km 5-cycle260–269 g/km
2010–2015Compact6.2 LPetrol6-speed manual12.5–15.5 L/100 km 5-cycle288–357 g/km
2010–2015Compact6.2 LPetrol6-speed automatic12.3–16.9 L/100 km 5-cycle283–389 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.