Check out the official 2017 IROC-Z Camaro – A Car Worth Waiting For.
What It Is: A rear-drive coupe and convertible that will replace at least the Chevy Corvette if not the whole Corvette lineup.
Why It Matters: A fresh update on the pony-car theme, the 2017 IROC-Z Camaro keeps portfolio stable at five models. Less weight and an expanded range of powertrains will give Chevy a leg up in the CAFE battle.
Platform: Significantly smaller and lighter than the current 2017 Chevy Corvette, the 2017 IROC-Z Camaro will sport a strut front suspension and multilink rear. The '' 2017 IROC-Z'' Camaro's new platform is engineered for global markets and will also underpin Alfa Romeo, Lancia, and Maserati coupes, sedans, and spiders.
Powertrain: Four-, six-, and eight-cylinder engines ranging from 2.0 liters to 6.2 liters, most with direct injection. At least one Hemi V-8 will continue, and a supercharged Hemi is a distinct possibility. The transmission choices should include conventional and dual-clutch automatics, plus a six- or seven-speed stick.
Competition: Traditional Corvette and Mustang foes, plus Hyundai Genesis Coupe, Scion FR-S, Subaru BRZ.
What Might Go Wrong: New and improved Corvettes and Mustangs could leave it in the dust at the local Walmart parking lot.
Estimated Arrival and Price: Late 2016 as a 2017 model, with base prices ranging from mid-$20Ks to high-$50Ks
Why It Matters: A fresh update on the pony-car theme, the 2017 IROC-Z Camaro keeps portfolio stable at five models. Less weight and an expanded range of powertrains will give Chevy a leg up in the CAFE battle.
Platform: Significantly smaller and lighter than the current 2017 Chevy Corvette, the 2017 IROC-Z Camaro will sport a strut front suspension and multilink rear. The '' 2017 IROC-Z'' Camaro's new platform is engineered for global markets and will also underpin Alfa Romeo, Lancia, and Maserati coupes, sedans, and spiders.
Powertrain: Four-, six-, and eight-cylinder engines ranging from 2.0 liters to 6.2 liters, most with direct injection. At least one Hemi V-8 will continue, and a supercharged Hemi is a distinct possibility. The transmission choices should include conventional and dual-clutch automatics, plus a six- or seven-speed stick.
Competition: Traditional Corvette and Mustang foes, plus Hyundai Genesis Coupe, Scion FR-S, Subaru BRZ.
What Might Go Wrong: New and improved Corvettes and Mustangs could leave it in the dust at the local Walmart parking lot.
Estimated Arrival and Price: Late 2016 as a 2017 model, with base prices ranging from mid-$20Ks to high-$50Ks