DecodedCars2010 Chevrolet Camaro
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2010 models.
- Class
- Compact Cars
- Body styles
- 2dr Coupe RWD Ls/Lt, 2dr Coupe RWD SS
- Engines
- 3.6L 6-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl
- Transmission
- automatic, manual
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 22 combined · 18 city / 29 hwy
- Length
- 190.6 in
- Curb weight
- 3,748–3,869 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Overview
The 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is a compact car offered with 2 engines (3.6L 6-cyl and 6.2L 8-cyl) and rear-wheel drive.
It measures about 191 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 112-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,748 lb (2dr Coupe RWD Ls/Lt).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 22 MPG combined (18 city / 29 highway), 7% worse than the 2010 compact car average of 23.6 MPG, for an estimated $3,050 a year in fuel.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 169 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Built in: Oshawa, Ontario
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2010 Camaro configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2dr Coupe RWD Ls/Lt | 190.6 in | 75.6 in | 54.3 in | 112.2 in | 63.8 / 63.8 in | 3,748 lb | 52/48 |
| 2dr Coupe RWD SS | 190.6 in | 75.6 in | 54.3 in | 112.2 in | 63.8 / 63.8 in | 3,869 lb | 52/48 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camaro | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 29 / 22 | -7% | $3,050 | 404 |
| Camaro | 3.6L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 / 29 / 21 | -11% | $3,200 | 423 |
| Camaro | 6.2L 8-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 24 / 19 | -19% | $3,550 | 468 |
| Camaro | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 25 / 19 | -19% | $3,550 | 468 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2010 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2010 compact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (this car) | 22 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2010 Ford Mustang | 21 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2010 Honda Accord | 25 MPG | Not rated | 13 |
| 2010 Chevrolet Impala | 22 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2010 Toyota Camry | 34 MPG | Not rated | 8 |
| 2010 Nissan GT-R | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2010 Volkswagen Golf/GTI | 32 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
Recalls (1)
Electrical System › Ignition · Jun 20, 2014
NHTSA campaign 14V346000 · 464,712 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling all 2010-2014 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles manufactured December 3, 2008 to May 23, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the driver may accidentally hit the ignition key with their knee, unintentionally knocking the key out of the run position, turning off the engine.
- Risk
- If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, a key knocked out of the run position could cause loss of engine power, power steering, and power braking, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will remove the key blade from the original flip key/RKE transmitter assemblies, and provide two new keys and two key rings per key. The recall began August 25, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14294. Note: Until the recall has been performed, it is very important that drivers adjust their seat and steering column to allow clearance between their knee and the ignition key.
Not every 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2010 Chevrolet Camaro buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Engine — 64 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Air Bags — 55 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Electrical System — 20 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 65,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Camaro years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Camaro | 22 | 188.2 in | Not rated | 0 | 4 |
| 2023 Camaro | 25 | 188.2 in | Not rated | 0 | 16 |
| 2022 Camaro | 25 | 188.2 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 14 |
| 2021 Camaro | 25 | 188.2 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 20 |
| 2020 Camaro | 25 | 188.2 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 32 |
| 2019 Camaro | 25 | 188.2 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 53 |
| 2018 Camaro | 25 | 188.2 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 81 |
| 2017 Camaro | 25 | 188.2 in | Not rated | 3 | 190 |
| 2016 Camaro | 25 | 188.2 in | Not rated | 1 | 141 |
| 2015 Camaro | 22 | 190.6 in | Not rated | 1 | 205 |
| 2014 Camaro | 22 | 190.6 in | Not rated | 3 | 161 |
| 2013 Camaro | 22 | 190.6 in | Not rated | 3 | 143 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Chevrolet. How we calculate this →