It moves and jinks and grumbles around at the limit, and it really only comes alive when you grab it by the scruff of its neck. It makes a robust 415 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque and comes with a six-speed automatic or six-speed manual transmission. This is what sport sedans used to be, for better or worse. Verdict: The most underrated sports sedan in America. Not the way they were.
Corrosion of the connector between the electric power steering module and the torque sensor connector may cause a loss of electric power steering assist. This is the most stable, and controllable car I have driven in in 30 years. Upgrade to one of the top two trims for a 3. Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution. Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution.
That distinction is important, though, as the manual avoids the gas guzzler tax. Grab one while you still can. And that's not exactly a complaint. To check for phone or other device compatibility, visit for details. These tweaks do little to change the restrained look, however.
The recall began on November 3, 2016. The springs, dampers, sway bars and every suspension component benefited from serious geometry changes to fit a shorter wheelbase. For 2016, a navigation system becomes standard. Stopping power is provided by high-performance Brembo brakes featuring four-piston, 14-inch rotors at the front and four-piston, 14. At a bare minimum, the whole thing makes me want to go find those dudes and buy them a beer.
And the fact that, in 2016 most people are looking for something else. If you believe the naysayers at Chrysler, who will to both the 200 and the Dodge Dart after just several years producing them, crossovers and other utility vehicles could soon overtake and displace the sedan. Chevrolet is definitely taunting Ford and Dodge with this new pony car, pushing the limits of what might be expected at every turn. Map Coverage available in the United States, Puerto Rico and Canada. Your actual range may vary based on several factors including temperature, terrain, and conditions.
Its interior straddles the need to satisfy luxury customers and sports-car aficionados, marrying suede-like accents and dark leather for a polished, sinister effect. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash. These repairs will be performed free of charge. Exterior Dimensions Unlike the exterior, the interior carries over unchanged for the 2016 model year. Also new is the Slipstream Blue Metallic paint on our test car, as well as a dual-mode exhaust system that barks loudly upon startup. For important tire and wheel information, go to or see your dealer.
But it's also why a car like this is such a relief: It's a wake-up call, a reminder that the experience behind the wheel is ultimately about involvement, not numbers. Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution. See for details and limitations. A new, dual-mode exhaust system for 2016 complements the V-8 engine with quieter performance at low engine speeds and a more muscular engine note at wide-open throttle. A revised front fascia features new, vertical ducts at the outer edges to direct airflow over the front wheel openings to improve aerodynamic efficiency.
The new car is gossiped to have a new and also improved cabin with refreshed interior styling. Compare feature for feature with what is out there and it will make sense. And maybe drive out to the desert to get weird, at a race track for a day, in a loud and soft new car, while we still can. And when this power is enhanced by an arsenal of sophisticated performance technologies, drivers will experience an unparalleled sensation of agility and control. Its automatic transmission is muted and unresponsive—lazy in Drive, but still not sharp enough in its Sport mode. Performance figures are similar regardless of transmission choice. Going forward is rarely as easy.
It's involving and fast and goofy and relatively simple, and the industry generally doesn't do frivolous things any more. And it is everything we don't need right now, at least in terms of carbon output and automated solutions to the traffic problem. Chevrolet sources its newest sports sedan from its Australian division, Holden, and its nothing more than a slightly modified Commodore with a bowtie. You will be charged at then-current rates. Despite the lack of power upgrades, a new dual-mode exhaust system gives the V-8 mill a quieter sound at low engine speeds and a more muscular note at wide-open throttle. The 2015 stick-shift model we tested reached 60 mph in 4.