Camaro ss

Camaro ss

If the regular V6-powered Camaro lacks the horsepower you’re looking for, perhaps it’s time to take a look at the V8-motivated Camaro SS. The high-performance 2010 model first arrived at dealers in early 2009 as a 2010 mode, with a sticker price of $30,995 — a figure that significantly undercuts the $39,320 Dodge Challenger SRT8. The car is also considerably more affordable than the Mustang GT500, but the Ford is admittedly more powerful and exclusive.

The top-level SS is motivated by a 6.2-liter V8. When coupled with the six-speed automatic transmission, the SS is good for 400 horsepower and 395 lb-ft of torque, while opting for the manual gearbox will net an additional 22 horsepower, for a grand total of 422 horsepower and 408 lb-ft of torque. The V8-powered car will return about 23 mpg on the highway.

Other SS goodies include four-piston Brembo brakes, a sportier FE3 suspension and Competitive/Sport modes for the car’s StabiliTrak stability control system, including launch control for manual SS models.

Of note, GM claims the Camaro SS lapped Germany’s Nurburgring in 8 minutes 20 seconds. While not as blistering as the Corvette ZR1′s 7:26.4 second lap, it still puts the Camaro in some pretty decent company, such as the E46 BMW M3. However, the Camaro SS’ little brother — the 2008 Cobalt SS — made its way around the Nurburgring in just 8:22.

An RS appearance package is available on the SS, and includes HID headlamps with an integrated halo ring feature, spoiler, specific tail lamps and 20-inch wheels.

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