The Camaro ZL1 1LE is a Brutal Daily…and Totally Worth It (POV Drive Review)

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Join Miles in the Chevy Camaro ZL1 in Custom Wrap with all Black Leather/Suede as he shares his expert driving impressions.
Price (as tested) 💲: $77,495
Powertrain ⚙️: 6.2-liter Supercharged V8
Output 💪: 650 hp/650 lb-ft of torque
Transmission 🕹: 6-Speed Manual
0-60 MPH 🚦: 3.8 seconds
Top Speed 💥: 191 mph
MPG (as tested) ⛽️: 14 city/20 hwy/16 combined
Curb weight ⚖️: 3,842 lbs
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Options Equipped:
- 1LE Package ($7,500): satin black hood wrap, carbon fiber weave hood insert, carbon fiber rear wing, low gloss black door mirrors, dark taillamps, 19" low gloss Black-painted forged aluminum wheels, red brake calipers,
- Track alignment
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Intro: 00:00
Exterior Review: 00:09
Interior Review: 02:54
Trunk: 03:45
Interior Review: 04:00
Driving Impressions: 06:09
City Driving: 08:06
Canyon Driving: 12:25
0-60 mph Test: 16:10
MPH Word of the Day: 19:44
Competition: 20:10

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@danieldickerson4838 Жыл бұрын

It’s a track *weapon* through and through, and it’s wonderful. Like, GM really didn’t leave anything on the table when they designed the ZLE for its intended purpose. Brutal, uncompromising, and potent are what I would call this beast.

@MilesPerHr Жыл бұрын

Agreed. It felt purpose- built for driving excellence

@danieldickerson4838 11 ай бұрын

@@MilesPerHr How did it compare on the stiffness scale for you against the other high performance cars you’ve driven?

@christopherwalker6056 11 ай бұрын

With 650 lb ft of torque, the same as hp I would say brutal is a perfect word.

@jasonmacneil2256 5 ай бұрын

@@MilesPerHrFirst off, the ZL1 is the SAME dimensions as the standard ZL1! You stated wrong that the ZL1 LE's are more flared!

@eddstarr2185 Жыл бұрын

The engineering behind this last generation of Camaro is amazing. From Palm Beach cruiser to Track spec, every flavor of the Camaro earns respect. Thank you Miles for taking the ZL1 1LE for a spin in the summertime oven. A turkey in a roasting pan in the back seat would've been fully cooked by rides end - just add stove-top stuffing! The things you do for your fans - awesome.

@MilesPerHr Жыл бұрын

😂 if it wasn't a turkey in the back seat, it was a fully-cooked driver. So glad you enjoyed the ride, Edd!

@Kona5.0 11 ай бұрын

As a die-hard Mustang enthusiast - i have nothing but pure respect for the ZL1 1LE. Its an outstanding package in every way. If only there were enough money, i'd be proud to one one right alongside my other cars!

@hhaste 10 ай бұрын

Aside from the blind spot(s), I agree. The rear, passenger side blind spot is *_SO_* bad, I actually completely changed my mind about purchasing a 1SS 1LE Camaro, after sitting in a ZL1.. It's literally dangerous to drive on the road, without the 2SS blind spot monitoring. You might be able to get used to it over time, I don't know but I don't think I'm going to find out.

@ronhargrove1176 7 ай бұрын

@@hhaste you can’t see from the sides or something when you are in it because I heard you have to lean to see the light turn green that’s the only con I’ve heard so far

@kermitpurcell6432 Жыл бұрын

Great video! They did start offering the 10speed auto in the 1LE in 2019.

@MilesPerHr Жыл бұрын

You are correct. I completely missed that. Thanks!

@Triptisim 11 ай бұрын

I’m so glad I got one of these before Chevy discontinues them. All the 6th gen’s are incredible but the ZL1 is really something special. For 3800lbs it’s so fast and really dances in the corners with smaller and lighter cars. Unbeatable performance and character for the price. Plus loved seeing the Camaro (and ZL1) name out at LeMans this year!!

@axstin- 11 ай бұрын

I may not have one yet, but one way or another, I’ll get one 💀

@cre2368 9 ай бұрын

Just got a 2023 ZL1 1LE A10; originally had a 2018 M6 but the dampers began leaking and the dealer forgot to include the warranty so was able to give me a refund. The suspension is rough, but how bad it is for you just depends on your tolerance; I had an OG M2 with coil overs as a daily and that car was WAY more harsher so this feels a little better. My biggest worry was visibility, but It was actually really quickly to adapt to, just extend your mirrors and boom. Belt line was another worry, as I always park in in-door parking lots, but it was actually not bad, even around tight corners. The car feels smaller than it actually is. Part of me wishes for the M6 again, but this was the only ZLE I saw being sold at MSRP, others had at least a 10k markup as it was a 2023. Ultimate track daily.

@ceomark. 11 ай бұрын

I’d prefer the normal ZL1 but they’re all great. I’m used to the blind spots so they aren’t terrible, if you flip the switch on the bottom of the rear view mirror the camera will turn on to help with visibility. & the ambient lighting looks great at night.

@trnikeem Жыл бұрын

wow i was just searching for videos like this seeing how it daily’s glad you made a video

@MilesPerHr Жыл бұрын

Right on! Glad to help.

@BertShackleford Жыл бұрын

Miles my man, May we request a review of the _non-1LE_ version of the ZL1 with a manual? That latter being the most important factor. Please and thank you. Your last review of the (non-1LE) Camaro ZL1 was approximately six years ago and it was not your standard filming format. Since that time, your presentation has gotten tremendously better. Not to mention your cinematography has vastly improved. In fact, I can safely say that you have become my preferred POV automotive channel. I would like to point out that you annotate what functions you are changing along the drive. As well as what button(s) you are pushing to achieve said function. Plus I prefer your locale versus oh let's say...Michigan but I digress. Nevertheless getting back to the topic at hand. In my humble opinion, the 1LE track pack places the Camaro ZL1 *_firmly_* on the motorsports end of the spectrum. Sure you can daily drive it but you are only kidding yourself. It is what I call a 'high risk - high reward' gamble. This is why I think the standard ZL1 6spd _without_ the 1LE track package is the ideal everyday driver. With all that being said, in twenty years time I guarantee we will be seeing ZL1's crossing the Barrett-Jackson Auction block (as long as they have a manual transmission). Mark my words. Stay classy my friends.

@bobjenkins3742 Жыл бұрын

stay classy

@MilesPerHr Жыл бұрын

Hey Bert, thank you for the kind words and detailed feedback. I was on the lookout for a non-1LE ZL1 to review as well, but couldn't find one nearby. I'll keep looking, and hope to review that along with an SS (1LE or non) in the near future!

@Networkstuffsss 19 күн бұрын

@@MilesPerHr I tried offering you a ZL1 manual non 1le but you said no :D

@christopherwalker6056 11 ай бұрын

That is a beautiful car. My uncle retired from GM and would NOT drive anything but a GM car. He owned GTO's, Firebirds, and a 1961 corvette. He always said since 2005, if he was to buy a Ford, the mustang GT or Shelby would be it. He passed away a few years ago. I think he would approve of this car. 😊

@javierjavier-ht3yu Жыл бұрын

Congratulations, my friend , all this is totally funny, I apprecciate your effort.

@GoldPhoenix Жыл бұрын

My brother has one with the 10 speed. Absolutely brutal

@drizziog492 9 ай бұрын

Just purchased a 2018 zl1 1le so glad I got one before they’re not around anymore

@darnellthornton2506 11 ай бұрын

Great review and great driving you make it look east and hanging on the corners for you was effortless happy to see thus review done so mutch I might go check one out myself thanks again!

@aw9966 Жыл бұрын

4:53 Actually it they offer a 10 speed Automatic transmission as an option in the newer models.

@MilesPerHr Жыл бұрын

Right you are! I hadn't realized they'd updated that.

@siksvt33 11 ай бұрын

I already own a 2020 GT500 but I wouldn’t mind adding one of these to the collection👍

@kristoferfc6525 9 ай бұрын

It could be the height that it's at, since you can adjust the height. I drove a 1LE ZL1 and loved it and wasn't bad on rougher roads, so I ordered one

@antonovkouakouthoussin3660 Жыл бұрын

Wow this car is a monster. I would like to tell you that you're my best cars reviewer on KZfaq thanks MPH

@MilesPerHr Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the support!

@antonovkouakouthoussin3660 Жыл бұрын

I'm from a French speaking country, you've not review a French car yet I'm looking forward to see that

@JesusLopez-xc4rc Жыл бұрын

Never found the sound of A/C annoying, don’t worry Miles you do you!

@MilesPerHr Жыл бұрын

Thank goodness, cuz I would have passed out without it! 😆

@javierjavier-ht3yu Жыл бұрын

The landscape is pretty nice and the contrast with the highway is awesome.

@TacticalToolbox 11 ай бұрын

I had a 2020 ZLE for a while and it wasn't that brutal of a ride. The wife didn't even complain

@MilesPerHr 11 ай бұрын

Standard or 1LE?

@AlexReyTheBest 9 ай бұрын

Excelente reseña, me encantan tus videos, los veo todos, ahora para cuando la reseña del nuevo Mustang Dark Horse en manual porsupuesto?, también seria fantástico compararlo con este Camaro ZL1 en sus principales competidores, saludos!!!.

@fanboy7_got7 Жыл бұрын

I love this car.. Thank you for your review on this car

@MilesPerHr Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks for watching

@itzjetlife3639 9 ай бұрын

absolutely in love wit this car

@awad507 11 ай бұрын

Bro I believe that if have the Camaro Zl1 you won’t be in need to turn on some music She has her own tunes 😮‍💨♥️ My dream car hopefully this dream will come true once 🙏🏻 .

@italianstallion3130 11 ай бұрын

I think the ZL1 is underrated in terms of its sound/engine tone. I think it’s the best sounding version of the LT4 and one of the best sounding modern muscle cars, if not the best- and I’ve had a GT350

@MilesPerHr 11 ай бұрын

That's high praise - I love the GT350's soundtrack!

@JiminFallRiver 6 ай бұрын

I’m a Chevy guy through and through but I test drove a GT 350 before buying my zl1 1le. I fell in love with that voodoo motor. It is absolutely hands-down the best sounding motor ever made.

@camarbro1le 4 ай бұрын

Greatest car out there I got a SS1le hope to get a ZL1 soon 🇺🇸💪🙏

@jcartier9yearsago403 11 ай бұрын

actually after 2019, they offered the automatic and manual with the 1LE’s. both SS and ZL1.

@ajisuleiman1484 23 күн бұрын

The car I've dreamed of the most throughout my life is not a Ferrari, not a Lamborghini, but a Camaro zl1 1le 😍

@ericg5416 11 ай бұрын

Great review - agree the somewhat stiff suspension can be a bit much at times but when you’re carving up a highway, it’s pure nirvana. Glad I got one of the last ‘23 ZL1 1LE’s with a manual. This car is literally like driving a circus every day - in a good way.

@shmoofgang 6 ай бұрын

I like your adjectives they’re low key on point 😂horn is “complainy” suspension is “busy”

@dr.andrewmarone8197 10 ай бұрын

I love my 2018 ZL1!

@javierjavier-ht3yu Жыл бұрын

The really best part of all is driving with the highway empty and to see the beautiful landscape.

@Eminetics Жыл бұрын

It’s a shame it’s being discontinued 😢

@atharnasim7244 Жыл бұрын

Finally after making so many requests 🙂👍

@MilesPerHr Жыл бұрын

I was working hard to find one! Glad to make it happen!

@howlthehell9791 Жыл бұрын

Love these Camaros

@pitgraf6149 11 ай бұрын

i have one too, manual, and i love it, great car💪😍

@user-jb8lj8vx6h Жыл бұрын

My ‘20 SS 1LE tram-lined like crazy when the tires were newer

@MilesPerHr 11 ай бұрын

Dang - same compound?

@glitcherPROXx 11 ай бұрын

Hwy 39 I know that road like the back of my hand I use to ride my 2014 r6 out there. Try hwy 2 next °9 miles° kinda far in the back of mountains good place to test high speed and cornering.

@haircafekevin 11 ай бұрын

Such a cool car, but the late 90s and early 2000s f-body Z28 and SS are still my favourite Camaros.

@tomdupeelandscape 4 ай бұрын

It's available in 10spd auto 2019 and newer. Manual only for 2018

@andrew816 Жыл бұрын

My dream car bruh

@panagiotisf7228 11 ай бұрын

I has solid cradle bushing and stiffer arm and sway bar bushing all around lol if u want comfort u get a regular zl1 or a cadillac.

@ujkos_who 10 ай бұрын

Hey man love the video, the POV is absolutely awesome, keep it up❤ But do know you can remove the ac noice with ai? I personally use Runway, but adobe podcast is also pretty good.

@telliesmith9825 Жыл бұрын

I want a zl1 personally but if your like this owner who tracks his yeah the 1le for sure

@decent-gaming_. Жыл бұрын

That's my favorite car i love it

@iamturtle4989 11 ай бұрын

My favorite car by far

@therealtae283 6 ай бұрын

I will have that ZL1 1LE 😮‍💨🔥

@endgam3ss64 11 ай бұрын

Maybe it’s just me but I don’t mind the bumps on the road in the ZL1 1LE I barely even notice lol

@robertsole9970 7 ай бұрын

So the 1LE does not have magnaride? It’s fixed suspension?

@TheProNixk 11 ай бұрын

That is why I’m copping the base model gonna daily it, I don’t plan on tracking it, no reason for the 1LE

@captainjinx42 11 ай бұрын

I have the zl1 1le m6. It’s really if you live in decent roads. Here in the south it’s pretty much fine overall as a daily. Wouldn’t recommend in places like Michigan go for regular zl1 lol.

@Derekjeterlover7 10 ай бұрын

Florida with a LT1- V8 and 6MT checking in! I love this chassis (I understand how different the ZLE is)

@DakotaThePawgHunter 10 ай бұрын

For the last zl1 they should put the lt5 in it, but I’m pretty sure they are just keeping the same old 650hp

@Abzocold 11 ай бұрын

Why would you not also compare it to the Roush Stage 3 Mustang? Not quite as good on the track but possibly a little quicker and a lot more livable as a daily.

@heyitsnick6648 11 ай бұрын

FINALLY A CAMARO HOPEFULLY A SS soon 🎉🎉🎉🎉

@nostalgiegenie 11 ай бұрын

For what are they Paddels on the wheel ?

@HemiBurns 9 ай бұрын

1LE for that win

@alengreen589 Жыл бұрын

I like it very much 😀👍

@tylerkuchta1813 7 ай бұрын

7:16 on the nurburg, for originally 65k or so. American track weapon

@tylerkuchta1813 7 ай бұрын

23 seconds faster around the ring than the gt500, cost less. 23 entire seconds

@timr31908 11 ай бұрын

Pat's car sounds almost as good as a 427 Fe

@neo4102 11 ай бұрын

my 2SS with mag ride feels like a cadillac in touring mode - not worth buying this unless its solely as a track weapon lol

@Problem-mattic 11 ай бұрын

Early ZL1 1LE cars are manual only but in 2019 you could option the 10 speed automatic.

@user-nightmarehaunts Жыл бұрын

I have driven this car.. (in a game)

@vybesrum3195 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Home Depot, for letting him film this great car.

@MilesPerHr Жыл бұрын

😆

@DMCarReviews 11 ай бұрын

Why always mention "independent" tests? They have ideal testing conditions, and they also do weather adjustments on times. Real world results are what matter. Sometimes they can be even faster than magazines, while other times they are not that close.

@rafiulrasheen4738 10 ай бұрын

can you please review a gt350?

@ramincheraghi4235 11 ай бұрын

Audition for voice acting its calm and beautiful you should be a book reader or something

@javierjavier-ht3yu Жыл бұрын

Hey buddie really you´re an expert driver, I have no doubt about it.

@Zoneeee13 Жыл бұрын

Finally, you gotta do a c7 z06 z07 or a cftp gt500 now 😩

@MilesPerHr Жыл бұрын

Would be awesome!

@Zoneeee13 11 ай бұрын

@@MilesPerHryeah man or a gt350/350r

@hhaste 10 ай бұрын

C7 would overheat before it's finished

@Antonio20605 11 ай бұрын

Es increíble 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

@mji9208 10 ай бұрын

Is the “base” zL1 a little better on the streets? As far as comfort

@MilesPerHr 10 ай бұрын

I plan on finding out soon! Going to drive the non-1LE 10spd in a couple weeks

@johnbelovsky1844 10 ай бұрын

OMG YYYEEEESSSS😅 I have a 19 ZL1 1LE

@optimus3305 11 ай бұрын

Does the”motor” sit in the engine bay or does the engine sit in the”motor” bay?

@jorgeirizarry5971 5 ай бұрын

I just need to know how much worse of a daily the ZL1 1LE is compared to a SS 1LE. I think I'm ready for a ZL1 1LE after 3 months of ownership of a SS 1LE manual.

@omidy87 Жыл бұрын

Any plans to test the new Volvo EX30? Curious if it outperforms a Tesla Model Y.

@MilesPerHr Жыл бұрын

Hoping to, yes!

@omidy87 Жыл бұрын

@@MilesPerHr that would be sick. Will keep an eye out. Thanks again

@baconeggstoast5327 11 ай бұрын

So what your saying is the 2ss is enough for daily driver

@diehardmemer8626 11 ай бұрын

camaro is my dream car since i was 6 and when ill be turning 18 (in 2024) they will cease the production of camaros😣😭

@Ibrahim.08 Жыл бұрын

Will it be available for 2024?

@MilesPerHr Жыл бұрын

2024 is the last model year

@Amanullah-qz8gc 11 ай бұрын

Bro plzz review mercedes s63 amg e perfomance

@paulcononie849 10 ай бұрын

Reminds me of the WS6 Firebird with the blind spots :-/

@pancake1493 11 ай бұрын

Bruh I didn’t know you where in Monrovia California

@ITSJUSTA997 10 ай бұрын

Ct5 v black wing also has an option as the same tr6060 6 speed manual as well.but why have 4 doors and 4200-4400 lbs when a zl1 1le is 2 door still manual and 4000 lbs to 3900 lbs

@MilesPerHr 10 ай бұрын

Yep, I own the CT5-V Blackwing. In my case, I have the two extra doors for my two kiddos 😜

@kreature3497 Жыл бұрын

🔥🔥🔥

@normanhanna2037 7 ай бұрын

Its fine

@Cian374 Жыл бұрын

Thought you where gonna say gonna sell your black wing for the zl1 😅😅

@MilesPerHr Жыл бұрын

I need usable back seats for my two kiddos, otherwise I'd really consider it!

@simonriddick 11 ай бұрын

Just hearing that low rumble as he's cruising makes me miss my V8 car so much. I have a turbo car now and even though it moves decent it doesn't have that sound and feel. One day.

@3turbo144 Жыл бұрын

You should still find a regular ZL1 or SS 1LE to drive! You need a smooth fast road to fully exploit the ZL1 1LE's extra aero and grip over a regular ZL1. On that tight bumpy road an SS 1LE would be better because its lighter and has mag ride, and a regular ZL1 would be a better daily if you aren't tracking much because you still get most of the handling but more comfort when just cruising around

@MilesPerHr Жыл бұрын

I know of an SS 1LE I could review!

@Slowcarfastbeans 11 ай бұрын

I concur. Rear end can be easily upset over uneven pavement. Softer suspension would be easier to drive fast on public roads.

@mbagwell2607 11 ай бұрын

@@MilesPerHr Please do! I am considering both!

@ssein1394 Жыл бұрын

It’s really sad to see the Camaro go it was one of a kind

@markvandendyke 11 ай бұрын

There's no leather in that car, AFAIK. It's synthetic suede, similar to the Alcantara in Mopar products.

@roddavis6327 9 ай бұрын

I wouldn’t buy somthing with 650 hp to drive 55 mph everywhere. Not a hater but I could have hit those same corners in my type r at 75 no problem . Nice car though . The main thing is they are both manual . Save the manuals. Type r is comfortable, practical , fast , and weighs a lot less so you can really toss it everywhere.

@jayfrmdagraam Жыл бұрын

I NEED THE NIGHT TIME POV‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️

@MilesPerHr Жыл бұрын

Ah dang, wish I could - but this was an owner's car, not a week-long loan

@TheBoringWallCompany 18 күн бұрын

if you are a real car guy this car is not as stiff as ppl make it out to seem. It rides like aftermarket coilovers but its plush inside that you really dont feel it