Used 2017 Chevrolet Camaro 2LT Coupe Review
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Fiftieth Anniversary 2017 Camaro RS
Gerald Gerstenblith, Spring Hill, FL, 02/08/2017
2017 Chevrolet Camaro 2LT 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
First let me explain - I have a 2017 Camaro RS 2LT V6 with Automatic - 50th Anniversary Edition. I was not given this choice by Edmunds! It is a great car. This is the third and so far the best Camaro I have owned. The ride is smooth and acceleration is wonderful. It is extremely comfortable and fun to drive (fast).
FYI - I got the V6 engine because it takes regular gas not premium … like the 4 Cylinder Turbo and the V8.
After a two years of ownership, my Camaro has been very reliable. The only time it has seen service is for an oil change. It is also a blast to drive!
This one was a keeper until my three year outgrew the back seat and started kicking the back of my seat! I since traded it for another fun car to drive - A Mini Cooper S Clubman All4.
Blacked out Phenom
BarryM, Pompano Beach, FL, 08/07/2017
2017 Chevrolet Camaro 2LT 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
Have had my Mosaic Black 2LT coupe with the V6 for 7 months now.. Love this car.. Looks great. Got the RS package with low gloss black wheels, performance exhaust, and 8 speed auto.. 1st automatic I have had in 20 years and its fine.. Everyone thinks the car has a V-* because of the dual exhaust and sound it makes while accelerating. It has plenty of power.. you have to remember that … just a few years ago the SS V-8 only made 305 HP, and this V-6 makes 335, so it can fly.. comfortable up front, I don't sit in the back.. Tech works like it's advertised, Kalahari interior looks great with black outside.. Regular gas, but even more important, insurance premium only half of what SS was. If you are looking for a Sports, Muscle, or Pony car, you MUST drive the 2017 Camaro.. Period..
Great bargain Cruiser..couldn't be happier.
Nettech, Spring Hill, FL, 05/09/2019
2017 Chevrolet Camaro 2LT 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
I had been looking for a vintage Camaro to satisfy my desire for a weekend cruiser, but eventually started looking at contemporary muscle cars when the purchase price and maintenance of a fully restored 50-year old vehicle became prohibitive. I briefly entertained the Challenger, but found few configurations I liked under $30k. The Mustang was on the radar even less; while I liked its … styling, its range of features in my budget for an extraneous weekend driver seemed substandard. I lastly looked at the new Camaro, which I probably should've looked at first given a vintage Camaro was tops on my list. The front-end styling on the 2019s was a huge 'meh', except for the 1LEs, but overall, I really enjoyed the cabin, the exterior styling (at least of the 16-18 trims), and the ride. Biggest problem, as with the Challenger and Mustang, was that if you wanted to stay south of $30k OTD, your list of amenities wasn't great. I had noticed, though, that there seemed to be a fair amount of new 2017/2018 Camaros that were still sitting on lots, unloved, unmoving, and ready for a new owner. With that in mind, I spent several weeks scouring the web for the best deal...and found one in a dealership only 50 miles away....a fully loaded 2017 2LT with the Technology, Convenience, Lighting, and God-Knows-What-Other packages. Final price was $27k after tax and new tag, a full $14k off of MSRP. The interior is just awesome, well appointed and luxurious, and I've had no problem acclimating to the lowered ride and reduced visibility, which is quite a bit different coming from a full size truck as a daily driver. The exterior styling is beautiful too, and I'm still smiling every time I walk by it. As for performance, being that it was primarily purchased as a weekend getaway car, its 0-60 times don't mean as much to me as the gas mileage (still averaging 30+ MPG after several tankfuls) and comfort, however the handling and acceleration have been pretty impressive those few times I've decided to push it. The reality is that new Camaro has been lagging behind the Mustang and Challenger in sales, which means there are opportunities out there to get a great deal on certain ones that are less desirable (like heavily optioned 2.0 turbos). With the 2019s being a bit of a flop due to the front end redesign, a nicely optioned 2017/2018 can be a great option and it can be had for a song...let the dealer take that massive depreciation loss for the first 2 years...while you drive away with a brand new car with its full warranty intact.
Nice for a Base Model
Dan, Georgetown, TX, 04/18/2018
2017 Chevrolet Camaro 2LT 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
I only owned this car for a year but I did enjoy it for the time I had it. The turbo 4 was peppy when mated to the 6 speed manual transmission. It sits very low to the ground, which is to be expected. The long nose meant you have to be really careful when parking or turning into or out of steep entrances. The window switches were in an odd spot. I loved Apple CarPlay and Android … Auto. When on calls though, people said they could hear my signals during the call. Thank goodness for the backup camera because rearward visibility was almost non-existant. Gas mileage was good but offset by the fact that premium/supreme fuel was required. It had a hill-start feature that prevented rolling backwards when on hills. I didn't really care for that. There should've been a way to disable the feature. I also didn't care for the electronic parking brake. The push button start sometimes didn't work properly and at times the smart-key wasn't detected. Seat comfort was good but I would've liked more supportive head restraints as in the Mustang and other Ford cars. The center console was a bit awkward as it had a long edge that served no purpose other than to open it. Once opened there was hardly any space for anything. It would've been nice to have an overhead console/storage area for sunglasses as there is no other place in the car for them. This was my same complaint on my 2012 Mustang. Overall though, I really enjoyed the car but just needed something a little more practical. Maybe in the future I'll get one again for a 2nd car.
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro 2LT Coupe
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Surprisingly sharp and nimble handling around turns
- Pro:Potent acceleration from V6 and V8 engines
- Pro:Relatively smooth ride, especially with the adaptive suspension
- Pro:Solid value thanks to lots of standard equipment
- Con:World War II-era bunkers were easier to see out of
- Con:Tiny backseat is essentially useless
- Con:Limited trunk space with small opening
- Con:Some controls are awkward to use
Which Camaro does Edmunds recommend?
If you're looking to get a Camaro at its finest, we highly recommend opting for the 1LE package. With it, the Camaro's handling capability rises to such a degree that it rivals or surpasses even some of Europe's finest luxury sport coupes and convertibles. And unlike many such high-performance variants, a Camaro with the 1LE won't beat you up with a teeth-chattering ride. Final points: 1) There's no shame in getting the V6, which is plenty stout; 2) But you'll get the most out of your Camaro experience if it's got a boffo V8 under its hood.
Full Edmunds Review: 2017 Chevrolet Camaro Coupe
Driving
5.0A strong performer that blends speed with precision and enjoyment in a way previous Camaros never did. The SS V8 is stout, but even the LT's V6 is punchy. Handling feels more precise in the V6, but the V8 with its stickier tires exhibits higher limits. Impressive eight-speed automatic transmission.
Comfort
3.5The Camaro's ride quality is pretty comfy considering the Camaro's mission, and it gets better with the optional adaptive dampers. Most drivers will find comfort in the front seats, but some may find the the lower cushion odd. Don't bother with the backseat.
Interior
2.0It's improved over the outgoing car in layout and materials quality. But it still suffers from poor outward visibility and trades function and space for style. There are also some ergonomic foibles.
Utility
2.0The Camaro has a compromised trunk and minimal interior storage, and that limits its desirability as a daily driver. The Ford Mustang and especially Dodge Challenger are much easier to live with and use by comparison.
Technology
4.0The 2017 Camaro comes standard with a considerable amount of infotainment tech and can be outfitted with a variety of optional accident avoidance and visibility-aiding devices. Easy-to-use touchscreen interfaces as well. All told, best in segment.
Edmunds Insurance Estimator
The Edmunds TCO® estimated monthly insurance payment for a 2017 Chevrolet Camaro in North Carolina is:
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