2013 Chevrolet Camaro

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2013 models.

Chevrolet Camaro
Pictured: 2019 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS 6.2L front 3.16.19. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Compact Cars
Body styles
2dr Coupe RWD Ls/Lt, 2dr Coupe RWD SS, 2dr Coupe RWD Zl1, Convertible RWD Ls/Lt
Engines
3.6L 6-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl
Transmission
automatic, manual
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline, Premium Gasoline
MPG (best)
22 combined · 19 city / 29 hwy
Length
190.6 in
Curb weight
3,748–4,381 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
3 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.

Watch out for

  • Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 22 MPG combined, 15% below the 2013 compact car average of 25.9 MPG.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 20 similar 2013 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2013 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 (19 city / 29 highway), 15% worse than the 2013 compact car average of 25.9 MPG, for an estimated $3,050 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 3 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 143 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.

What changed for 2013

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2012 Camaro — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2012; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2012 Camaro →

Trims, performance & features

Engine–3.6L 6-cyl
Engine–6.2L 8-cyl
Transmissionautomatic · manual

Trims

2LSLSLT2LTZL1

Built in: Oshawa #1 (Osh), Ontario

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2013 Camaro configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
2dr Coupe RWD Ls/Lt190.6 in75.6 in54.3 in112.2 in63.8 / 64.2 in3,748 lb52/48
2dr Coupe RWD SS190.6 in75.6 in54.3 in112.2 in63.8 / 63.8 in3,913 lb52/48
2dr Coupe RWD Zl1190.6 in75.6 in54.3 in112.2 in63.8 / 63.8 in4,120 lb52/48
Convertible RWD Ls/Lt190.6 in75.6 in54.3 in112.2 in63.8 / 63.8 in3,982 lb52/48
Convertible RWD SS190.6 in75.6 in54.3 in112.2 in63.8 / 63.8 in4,149 lb52/48
Convertible RWD Zl1190.6 in75.6 in54.3 in112.2 in63.8 / 63.8 in4,381 lb52/48

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Camaro3.6L 6-cylAutomatic 6-spdRear-Wheel Drive19 / 29 / 22-15%$3,050399
Camaro3.6L 6-cylAutomatic (S6)Rear-Wheel Drive18 / 26 / 21-19%$3,200427
Camaro3.6L 6-cylManual 6-spdRear-Wheel Drive17 / 27 / 20-23%$3,350436
Camaro6.2L 8-cylManual 6-spdRear-Wheel Drive16 / 24 / 19-27%$3,550478
Camaro6.2L 8-cylAutomatic (S6)Rear-Wheel Drive16 / 24 / 18-31%$3,700480
Camaro6.2L 8-cylManual 6-spdRear-Wheel Drive14 / 19 / 16-38%$5,150554
Camaro6.2L 8-cylAutomatic (S6)Rear-Wheel Drive12 / 18 / 14-46%$5,850641
5/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
5/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $3,250Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
25.9 MPG2013 Compact Cars average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2013 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2013 Chevrolet Camaro.

Similar 2013 compact cars

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2013 Chevrolet Camaro (this car)22 MPGNot rated3
2013 Ford Mustang23 MPGNot rated5
2013 Honda Accord30 MPGNot rated6
2013 Chevrolet Impala22 MPGNot rated1
2013 Toyota Camry40 MPGNot rated2
2013 Nissan GT-R19 MPGNot rated0
2013 Volkswagen Golf/GTI32 MPGNot rated5

Recalls (3)

Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module · Jul 27, 2023

NHTSA campaign 23V516000 · 767 vehicles

Problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Buick Verano, Chevrolet Camero, Sonic, and Volt vehicles. The driver-side air bag inflator may explode during deployment due to a manufacturing defect.
Risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix
Dealers will replace the driver-side air bag module, free of charge. On some 2013 Volt vehicles, the steering wheel will be replaced as well, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 23, 2023. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N232413120.
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.
Equipment › Other › Labels · Sep 26, 2013

NHTSA campaign 13V463000 · 18,941 vehicles

Problem
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 and 2014 Chevrolet Camaro Coupes manufactured June 9, 2013, through September 6, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the required air bag warning label on the sun visor may peel off. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208 "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk
If the air bag warning label detaches from the visor, the driver and front seat passenger may not be warned of the risks of air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix
GM will notify owners, and instruct owners how to inspect the visor sticker. As necessary, dealers will replace the sun visor, free of charge. The recall began on October 28, 2013. Owners may contact GM at 1-800-521-7300. GM's recall campaign number is 13284.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

143Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
14Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
8Injuries reported
53,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Electrical System64
Unknown Or Other26
Steering16
Air Bags9
Power Train8
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)8
Service Brakes8
Engine7
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
21/09: 221/10: 222/01: 222/03: 122/04: 222/05: 122/07: 122/08: 122/12: 123/01: 123/05: 123/06: 123/07: 123/12: 124/04: 224/06: 224/07: 124/08: 124/09: 124/11: 124/12: 125/04: 126/02: 126/03: 121/0922/0322/0723/0123/0724/0624/0925/04max 2

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2013 Chevrolet Camaro buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 3 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Electrical System — 64 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
  3. Steering — 16 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
  4. Air Bags — 9 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 53,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Camaro years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2024 Camaro22188.2 inNot rated04
2023 Camaro25188.2 inNot rated016
2022 Camaro25188.2 in★★★★★114
2021 Camaro25188.2 in★★★★★420
2020 Camaro25188.2 in★★★★★332
2019 Camaro25188.2 in★★★★★153
2018 Camaro25188.2 in★★★★★281
2017 Camaro25188.2 inNot rated3190
2016 Camaro25188.2 inNot rated1141
2015 Camaro22190.6 inNot rated1205
2014 Camaro22190.6 inNot rated3161
2012 Camaro22190.6 inNot rated468

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Chevrolet. How we calculate this →