As the Camaro inches closer to its official launch, Chevrolet has revealed the pony car’s options list and EPA-estimated fuel economy. Compared to its direct domestic competitors—and even the V-6–powered version of the Hyundai Genesis coupe—the Camaro has class-leading fuel economy.
The base 3.6-liter direct-injected V-6 will not only offer customers a burly 304 hp, but will also return impressive fuel economy—on regular unleaded, no less. Camaro buyers opting for the 3.6-liter hooked to an automatic transmission will see EPA ratings of 18 mpg city and 29 highway on the sticker, and manual-equipped cars are rated at 17/29 mpg. Both sets of figures top the 2010 Ford Mustang V-6, as that car returns 16/24 with an automatic, while the manual gets 18/26. Hyundai’s V-6 Genesis is estimated to achieve 18/26 with an auto and 17/26 with a manual, while the automatic-only Dodge Challenger V-6 yields 17/25 mpg. The Camaro’s higher numbers are due in part to the use of more precise direct fuel-injection technology that is not offered on its competitors.
Upgrading to Chevy’s 426-hp, 6.2-liter LS3 V-8 doesn’t actually hurt economy much: the EPA has rated the engine at 16 mpg city and 25 highway with an autobox and 16/24 when backed by a six-speed manual tranny. The Camaro V-8 holds a substantial 111-hp advantage over the eight-cylinder Mustang GT, yet the Chevy’s highway ratings are at the top of the class. The Ford Mustang GT automatic returns an EPA-rated 17 mpg city/23 highway, while the manual version sees a Camaro-like return of 16/24 mpg. The Hemi-powered Challenger R/T achieves the same 16 mpg city and 25 mpg highway no matter which gearbox is selected, while ceding up to an additional 54 hp to the Camaro.
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