CAR GARAGE | 2012 CAMARO COUPE | The 2012 Chevrolet Camaro Coupe is the first vehicle to receive the highest possible five-star score in every individual segment of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's New Car Assessment Program since the federal testing procedures were revised for 2011.2 Camaro has a reputation for making hearts race and palms sweat. It's a car known for fulfilling the wildest fantasies of sports car aficionados far and wide.
When the Camaro Coupe Became the first overall vehicle in any class to nab a perfect five-star score in every safety rating segment of the National Highway Traffic Administration's all-new car assessment, Chevy was more than thrilled to add a top-notch safety to the sports car's inimitable reputation. "Camaro has always been about performance and that 'includes safety performance," said Al Oppenheiser, Camaro chief engineer.
The six categories That performed exceptionally in the Camaro include frontal barrier crash testing for the driver and passenger, side crash ratings for the driver and passenger, a rollover rating, and the vehicle's overall rating. The NHTSA testing stricter regulations have been revamped to focus on crash avoidance technologies and safety features of performance. The dual overhead cam engine Gives you heart-racing performance. Pair them with Pirelli6 PZero ultra-high performance tires7 for a true experience of luxury and power.
If you're looking for the unbridled power in the Camaro, the Camaro SS 6.2L V8, paired with the standard 6-speed transmission, offers 426 horsepower and 420 lb.-ft. of torque. Or opt for the high-tech combination of speed and efficiency with the 6-speed automatic transmission version of the SS with Active Fuel Management, the which offers 24 MPG highway 5 400 horsepower while delivering aspects.
If speed is what you're after, Launch Control on the manual transmission SS helps control wheel spin for faster 0 to 60 sprints. TAP shift manual controls on the SS automatic transmission give you command over the gear selection for an exhilarating sports car experience, while keeping the smooth Transitions.
