2023 Chevrolet Camaro SS vs. Regular Camaro

2023 Chevrolet Camaro SS vs. Regular Camaro Dimensions

Here are the basic dimensions for both the Camaro 2SS, 1SS, and 1LS:

Front headroom: 38.50 inches.
Front legroom: 43.90 inches.
Wheelbase: 110.70 inches.
Overall length: 188.30 inches.
Width: 74.70 inches.
Height: 53.10 inches.
Passenger capacity: Four.
Passenger volume: 93.00 cubic feet.
Trunk volume: 9.10 cubic feet.

There are some differences in front track width between the SS models and the base model. The 1LS has a front track width of 62.50 inches, and the 1SS and 2SS have a front track width of 63.00 inches. The rear track widths on the SS models are also 0.2 inches wider than the 1LS model. Base curb weight also differs between the trims, with the 1LS coming in at 3,351 pounds, the 1SS coming in at 3,685 pounds, and the 2SS weighing 3,696 pounds.

Differences in Fuel Efficiency

Fuel efficiency is another important element to consider when comparing these 2023 Camaro models. In all three of these models, the fuel tank is approximately 19.0 gallons. Each vehicle also receives the same average fuel economy in the city with 19.0 miles per gallon. Where they differ is in their EPA estimated highway fuel economy, with the 1LS returning 28.0 mpg and the 1SS and 2SS returning 24.0 mpg. This comes out to a combined 22.0 mpg for the 1LS and 19.0 mpg for the 1SS and 2SS.

Safety Features

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Most safety features are standard on all Camaro models, but some advanced features are only available on high-end models, such as the 2SS. Some of the standard features include three years of remote access, a comprehensive air bag system, daytime running LED lamps, an electronic parking brake, OnStar and the Chevrolet Connected Services system, a rear vision camera, an electronic stability control system with traction control, and a tire pressure monitoring system. The 2SS model also comes standard with forward collision alerts, lane change alerts with blind zone alerts, rear park assistance, and rear cross-traffic alerts.

Interior Differences

Here are the interior features available on the three trim levels of the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro:

1LS:

Four-way manual front passenger seat with power recline.
Six-speaker audio system.
Eight-way power driver seat.
All-weather floor mats.
Chevrolet Connected Access capable.
Chevrolet Infotainment 3 System with 7-inch diagonal color touch screen.
Compass display.
Cruise control.

1SS:

1LE Spec Suspension Package.
Six-way power front passenger seat.
8-inch diagonal color driver information center.
Eight-way power driver seat.
All-weather floor mats.
Alloy sport pedals.
Chevrolet Connected Access capable.
Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Plus System with 8-inch diagonal HD color touch screen.
Compass display.
Cruise control.
Performance data and video recorder.
Wireless charging.

2SS:

Optional 1LE Spec Suspension Package.
Optional 1LE hash mark.
Optional Adrenaline Red Interior Package.
Optional Adrenaline Red seat trim.
All-weather floor mats.
Aluminum interior trim.
Antenna, integral rear window.
Bose premium audio system.
Optional carbon fiber instrument panel trim.
Cargo net.
Optional Ceramic White Interior Package.
Chevrolet Connected Access capable.
Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Premium System with Navigation and 8-inch diagonal HD color touch screen.
Compass display.
Cruise control.
Performance data and video recorder.
Wireless charging.

Exterior Differences

The exterior features of the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro also vary depending on the trim level.

The 1LS trim comes standard with 18-inch Five-split-spoke silver-painted aluminum wheels, a body-color spoiler, and an optional dark tint rear lighting package. The 1SS and 2SS come standard with Goodyear Eagle F1 245/40ZR20 front and 275/35ZR20 rear black wall, summer-only run-flat tires, and an optional 1LE spec suspension and hash mark package. Both these models have various available tires that you can purchase instead of the standard tires, including:

20-inch Five-split spoke black forged wheels with summer-only tires.
20-inch Five-split spoke polished forged wheels with a black star center cap and with summer-only tires.
20-inch Five-split spoke premium gray-painted, machined-face aluminum wheels with summer-only tires.
20-inch Five-split spoke bright silver-painted aluminum wheels with summer-only tires.
20-inch Five-spoke, carbon flash-painted aluminum wheels with summer-only tires.

The 2SS model also has some additional exterior add-ons available including a carbon fiber removable roof panel package, a gloss black grille with a black surround, a ground effects package, and a premium paint option.

Mechanical Differences

The 1LS trim is equipped with a 2.0-liter turbo engine, Four-wheel antilock disc brakes, and a six-speed manual transmission. It also has the option for a 10-speed paddle-shift automatic transmission. The 1SS and 2SS trims come equipped with a 6.2-liter V-8 DI engine, a six-speed manual transmission, and a limited-slip rear differential. The 1SS and 2SS trims also have the option for a 10-speed paddle-shift automatic transmission or an eight-speed paddle-shift automatic transmission. You can also add an electronic limited-slip differential to the 2SS model.

Other mechanical features available on the 1SS and 2SS trims include a performance suspension, performance brakes, a performance exhaust, and a Chevrolet Performance front and rear brake upgrade system in red. All trims come with StabiliTrak, an electronic stability control system with traction control.

If you're still wondering about the benefits of each type of Camaro or are interested in purchasing a new or used car, or even custom ordering a new car, stop by our dealership to test drive one of the 2023 Camaro 1SS, 2SS, or 1LS vehicles. Our team can provide the best information to make your car purchasing experience as pleasant and smooth as possible. We can also help with difficult Chevrolet repairs and regular maintenance. We look forward to serving you soon.

2023 Chevrolet Camaro SS vs. Regular Camaro