The 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 is the modern interpretation of the first generation ZL1 from 1969 and was revealed at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show.
Chevrolet claimed that it is the fastest production Camaro ever made. The ZL1 utilises a 6.2 litre supercharged LSA V8 producing 580 bhp. It is sold with 20-inch alloy rims and a carbon fibre spoiler.
Games[]
Need for Speed: World[]
The Camaro ZL1 was released in Need for Speed: World on March 9, 2012 as a tier 2 vehicle in an Elite style. The standard variant was released on July 24, 2012 as a free gift to every player.
Since August 22, 2012, the ZL1 has been featured as a B class vehicle.
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| Stock: 507 (B class) | Maximum: 659 (A class) |
It has good acceleration and a weak nitrous boost, which is compensated by a direct and smooth handling to balance out the ZL1's ability to sprint between successive corners. Top speed is 161 mph (260 km/h).
The car also has a decent pursuit durability, making it effective in races and every police related game mode.
Yellow
The Yellow style is an Amerikon Speedsystems performance tuned speedboost car that costs 
3200. It was made available on September 13, 2014.
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 574 535 662 525 Standard
3200 |
Red
The Red style is a rotationally available stock cash car that costs 
1,000,000. It was initially released on July 31, 2012 as a replacement for the free Grey model offered as part of the 2nd Anniversary event.
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507 391 614 516 Standard
1,000,000 |
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| Stock: 497 (C class) | Maximum: 660 (A class) |
The Elite model of the ZL1 is extensively modified in terms of body work and mechanical purposes. The body work is heavily orientated towards purposes of acceleration as the rear spoiler has been replaced with a "whale tail" wing designed to increase rear traction and reduce high speed oversteer. The alterations continue with a superimposed V mouth across the front bumper, removed fog lights, widened front air intake, two visible radiators behind the front bumper, a heavy-set chin spoiler and excessively flared wheel arches.
The body modifications continue with alternative head lights with red outer edges, a wheelie bar and a rear diffuser. The interior is stripped bare of all equipment in favour of an aftermarket driver seat, a complex roll cage and a large nitrous bottle. It features a distinct set of additional exclusive aftermarket parts such as 18 inch Center Line Style B wheels, widened rear tyres, a stage 3 lowering kit, an "Elite" flame style neon kit and an "ELITE" licence plate.
The performance of the Elite variant is reminiscent of that of the standard model. However, the Elite variant has a significantly more powerful nitrous boost and a higher top speed for better performance in Drag races.
Elite
The Elite style is a uniquely altered elite variation of the regular Camaro ZL1. It is altered to the style of a drag car and costs 12500. It was released on March 9, 2012.
It is fitted with various tuned quality performance parts, and a selection of aftermarket parts. A series of various drag 2-star Skill Mods were added to the vehicle on October 30th, 2012.
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Elite (Cash)
The Elite style is a uniquely altered elite variation of the regular Camaro ZL1. It is altered to the style of a drag car and costs 1,050,000. It was released on June 4, 2015 as part of the End of the World event.
It is fitted with various tuned quality performance parts, a series of various drag 2-star Skill Mods, and a selection of aftermarket parts.
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603 611 661 537 Elite
1,050,000 |
Need for Speed: The Run[]
The Camaro ZL1 appears in Need for Speed: The Run as a Muscle class car included in the Limited Edition release for PC, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360. It was revealed to appear in the game with a brief appearance in the teaser trailer released on April 28, 2011.[1]
It is also included in the Heroes and Villains Pack, which was made available for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 releases on February 28, 2012.
Its inclusion was revealed by the official Need for Speed website and the "Limited Edition Announcement Trailer" on August 2, 2011.[2]
Stock
The stock Camaro ZL1 requires the Limited Edition and is unlocked from the beginning of the game.
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Top Speed: 170 mph (274 km/h)
0 to 60 Time: 4.5s
BHP: 580 @ 6,100 rpm
Performance: Tier 3
Handling: Very Difficult
Class: Muscle
Drivetrain: RWD
Value: N/A
Manufacture Year: 2013
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Need for Speed
The Need for Speed Edition Camaro ZL1 requires the Limited Edition and is unlocked from the beginning of the game.
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Top Speed: 187 mph (301 km/h)
0 to 60 Time: 4.2s
BHP: 660 @ 6,200 rpm
Performance: Tier 4
Handling: Very Difficult
Class: Muscle
Drivetrain: RWD
Value: N/A
Manufacture Year: 2013
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"Strider"
The "Strider" Signature Edition Camaro ZL1 requires the Limited Edition and is unlocked from the beginning of the game.
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Top Speed: 216 mph (348 km/h)
0 to 60 Time: 4.0s
BHP: 893 @ 6,100 rpm
Performance: Tier 5
Handling: Challenging
Class: Muscle
Drivetrain: RWD
Value: N/A
Manufacture Year: 2013
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Need for Speed: Most Wanted (2012)[]
The Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 appears in Need for Speed: Most Wanted (2012) following its official on July 13, 2012.
It appears as a Muscle class vehicle and can be unlocked in single player upon finding one of its Jack Spots. It is unlocked upon reaching SpeedLevel 2 in multiplayer.
Its steering is not as stiff as seen on the Ford Mustang Boss 302 and doesn't require much braking when drifting. Acceleration is average and very similar to the Boss 302, although it might require modifications to keep up with stronger Muscle class cars like the Shelby Cobra 427. Its durability is average although its high weight can be useful in taking down cops or rival racers.
Need for Speed: Most Wanted (2012) (Mobile)[]
The Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 appears in the mobile release of Need for Speed: Most Wanted (2012) in the Muscle category. It costs $60,000 and has the same stats as the Ford Mustang Boss 302; a focus on acceleration at the cost of handling.
NFS Edition[]
The NFS Edition has improved overall performance compared to the standard model at a cost of $250,000.
Need for Speed: Rivals[]
The Camaro ZL1 appears in Need for Speed: Rivals as an RCPD unit.
RCPD - Patrol
The patrol specification of the Camaro ZL1 is unlocked upon completing the rank 2 assignment - "Cast The Net".
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 Police Rank 2{Patrol}
Tech Level 1
Complete Patrol Assignment 2
Top Speed 4.7
Acceleration 6.0
Control 6.2
Strength 8.9
Durability 8.7
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RCPD - Undercover
The undercover specification of the Camaro ZL1 is unlocked upon completing the rank 2 assignment - "Who Owns The Roads".
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Police Rank 2 {Undercover}
Tech Level 1
Complete Undercover Assignment 2
Top Speed 4.7
Acceleration 5.3
Control 6.9
Strength 8.9
Durability 8.2
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RCPD - Enforcer
The enforcer specification of the Camaro ZL1 is unlocked upon completing the rank 2 assignment - "The Fight From Within".
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Police Rank 2 {Enforcer}
Tech Level 1
Complete Enforcer Assignment 2
Top Speed 4.7
Acceleration 5.3
Control 6.2
Strength 9.3
Durability 9.2
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Need for Speed: Edge[]
The Camaro ZL1 2011 appears in Need for Speed: Edge with an A class performance rating.
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S 695
Requires 500 blueprints to produce
Top Speed 715
Acceleration 687
Nitro Capacity 684
Strength 452
Durability 370
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Trivia[]
- In Need for Speed: The Run, it is listed as a 2013 model year.
- In Need for Speed: World, Need for Speed: Most Wanted (2012), and Need for Speed: Edge, the ZL1 lacks its black stripe along the top of its body.
- In Need for Speed: Most Wanted (2012), the Camaro ZL1 is shown with a green metallic body paint colour in a promotional trailer, but is not available as an option in-game.
- In Need for Speed: Rivals, the Camaro ZL1 has stock black painted rims.
- In Need for Speed: Edge, it is listed as a 2011 model year.
- In Need for Speed: Payback, Need for Speed: Heat, and Need for Speed: Unbound, the Camaro Z/28 can be equipped with body panels from the Camaro ZL1.
Gallery[]
(Yellow)
(Red)
(Elite)
(Need for Speed)
("Strider")
(NFS Edition)
(RCPD)
(Promotional Image)
References[]
- ↑ Video: Official EA UK (2011) Need For Speed: The Run | Teaser Trailer. Available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_23HBXNZi40
- ↑ Video: Official EA UK (2011) Need For Speed: The Run | Limited Edition Announcement Trailer. Available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6NTvz-jCd0