Ryan Chevrolet Hattiesburg: Complete ZL1 Camaro Information

Below is what we KNOW of the 2012 CAMARO ZL1. Included is validated information from GM, but final details have not been set in stone. GM reserves the right to make changes at their discretion. All features are to be considered standard unless otherwise noted.

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General Overview:

CAMARO ZL1 will be the most powerful and highest performing production CAMARO in history
Performance data will be given around the summer of 2011
Testing venues include: Nurburgring, extensive Autobahn testing, VIR track testing, Spring Mountain, Beaver Run, Milford and Yuma Proving Grounds
A deliberate effort was made to control mass (i.e. wheels/tires are 22 pounds less than those on SS)

1/3 of the SS was upgraded for ZL1
Look for some "purposeful features" in the DIC and HUD
Hours of actual wind tunnel-testing for front splitter and rear spoiler nets downforce
The Ford Mustang Cobra GT500 is the primary competitor - anything with 550 horsepower is also a consideration

ZL1 content builds on 2SS package

Team CAMARO continues to look into configurations
Built on the same production line as SS/LT/LS & convertible
Color palette to be the same as the rest of the models
Automatic tranny and convertible are being considered based off input from customers
CAMARO Facebook listed as a great place for input

Drivetrain and Performance:

A minimum of 550 horsepower and 550 foot pounds of torque
6.2L supercharged V8 LSA engine from CTS-V, with minor changes specific to ZL1
Eaton TVS 1900 rotors with unique black upper plenum with ribbing for noise control and cowl clearance
Cast stainless steel exhaust manifolds for enhanced thermal management
Active exhaust (with dual modes - similar to Corvette ZR1 & Z06)
Upgraded TR6060 6 speed manual transmission with dual-mass flywheel, twin-disc clutch & factory short throw shifter with improvements to efforts and gates (MG9)
Additional coolers for high performance and track driving (including a differential cooler)
Larger lower front grille opening contributes to aid cooling, work with the hood extractors to increase downforce, and house integrated front brake cooling ducts
Upgraded driveshaft
Upgraded limited-slip differential, iron housing, and axle shafts (patent pending)

3.73 rear gear ratio
52/48 weight distribution
7mm lower ride height than SS
Next Generation Dual-Mode Magnetic Ride Control Suspension (MR) introduced on ZL1 (a generation after current MR on ZR1/CTS-V)
Redesigned rear stabilizer bars now have drop links placed on the outside-end of the control arms for "crisper" control
Vairable Electric power Steering (EPS), next generation
Brembo brakes - F: 6-piston 14.6" 2 piece rotors / R: 4-piston 14.4" rotors
Light weight forged aluminum wheels - F: 20"x10" / R: 20"x11"
Goodyear Supercar F1 G2 tires - F: 285/30/20 / R: 305/35/20 (specific to ZL1)
Functional front lower splitter and underbody tray
Front fender wheel opening and rear facia air deflectors manage air flow around the wheels and tires

Appearance Details:

ZL1 badging on grille, hood, brake calipers, decklid, instrument panel, headrests, and sill plates
HID headlamps
Functional front bumper facia with upper DRLs and lower projector HID fog lamps
FUNCTIONAL raised vented-aluminum hood with a carbon fiber air extractor "Mowhawk"
Functional rocker extensions that aid in managing air-flow and deflect stones thrown off the front tires

Functional rear spoiler works in conjunction with the front splitter
Functional rear diffuser
Black center stripe will be optional
Quad stainless steel exhaust tips

Interior Details:

ZL1 logo stitched into headrests
Standard interior is black and lined in leather
Optional micro-fiber suede accents in seats, dashboard, steering wheel, and shifter (similar to CTS-V)
Alloy pedals make heal-and-toe shifting easier
Dual 6-way power seats
Door and dash inserts are Carbon Flash with Red accent lighting
New steering wheel that's smaller in diameter and has a flat bottom
Premium Boston Accoustics audio system
ZL1-specific door sill plates
Parking Assist
Rear camera in rearview mirror
DIC/HUD will include helpful additions including boost pressure
4-Pack now includes a boost guage
Wireless PDIM and USB-port