[Auto] 2024 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Review, Pricing, and Specs

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In a segment full of burbling American muscle, the Chevy Camaro ZL1 proves stereotypes are as good as garbage thanks to its great handling, sharp steering, and stonking powertrain. Beneath the hood is a 650-hp supercharged pushrod V-8 borrowed from the last-generation C7 Corvette Z06. Rear-wheel drive is standard, but the ZL1 and zanier ZL1 1LE are each offered with either a six-speed manual or 10-speed automatic transmission. While a convertible is available with either transmission, only the ZL1 coupe is eligible for the 1LE track performance package that adds an adjustable suspension, extreme performance tires, and carbon fiber goodies—and even goes as far as deleting the rear seats. This is a Camaro on steroids but it won't be around for much longer, as Chevy announced production of its storied muscle car will end January 2024. Despite its short run of 2024 models, we still saw fit to honor the Camaro ZL1's excellence with an Editors' Choice award.

Chevy is saying goodbye to Camaro and Camaro ZL1 in 2024 as the model ends production in January. Before taking it out back for good Chevy will produce a ZL1 Collector's Edition, limited to only 350 cars. The Camaro ZL1 Collector's Edition gets Panther Black matte paint, black stripes, black 20-inch wheels, and additional graphics to the Camaro door badges and steering wheel. The collectible ZL1 also comes with a special Shinola watch to match the limited-edition Camaro. Chevy is also offering the limited-production Garage 56 Edition, which commemorates the modified NASCAR Camaro ZL1 Cup Car racing in the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Only 56 copies will be available, and not until later this year.

 

2024 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Review, Pricing, and Specs