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2013-02-26 23:14:49 UTC
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2014 Chevrolet SS: Performance Sedan with Racing DN

DAYTONA, Fla., Saturday, Feb. 16, 2013, 12:01 a.m. EST – A
Chevrolet's first V-8, rear-wheel-drive performance sedan since 1996
the new Chevrolet SS is designed to deliver performance on the stree
and on the track. The 2014 Chevrolet SS will debut this weekend at th
Daytona International Speedway as the SS racecar makes its NASCA
debut during the Daytona 500

"The Chevrolet brand was largely built on the strength o
rear-drive performance sedans, yet it's been 17 years since we'v
offered one," said Mark Reuss, president of General Motors Nort
America. "The all-new Chevrolet SS fills that void and fills i
better than any other vehicle in the brand's rich history. Th
comfort, convenience, spaciousness and V-8 power make the SS a tota
performance package unlike any other on the road today.

The Chevrolet SS benefits from the proven, race-tested, globa
rear-wheel drive architecture that is the foundation for the Camaro
Caprice Police Patrol Vehicle and Holden's VF Commodore

The Chevrolet SS is powered by the LS3 Chevrolet V-8, expected t
deliver 415 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque. Also used in the 201
Chevrolet Corvette, the LS3 displaces 6.2 liters, more than th
5.5-liter V-8 powering the Chevrolet SS NASCAR competitors

The LS3 is married to a six-speed automatic transmission, which can b
shifted manually using TAPshift paddles mounted on the steering wheel
With an aggressive 3.27 final-drive ratio, the Chevrolet S
accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in about five seconds – making it one o
the quickest sedans on the market

To ensure that it turns and stops as well as it accelerates; th
Chevrolet SS also features a sport-tuned chassis, including
• MacPherson strut front and multilink independent rear suspensio
geometr
• Electronic power steering system, optimized for sport drivin
• Standard Brembo brakes, with ventilated, 355-mm rotors an
two-piece, four-piston front caliper
• Forged aluminum wheels, wrapped in ultra-high-performanc
Bridgestone tires: 19 x 8.5 inch wheels with 245/40ZR19 tires i
front; 19 x 9.0 inch wheels with 275/35ZR19 tires rea

Handling is also improved by a near 50/50 weight distribution, and
low center of gravity – made possible in part by the aluminum hood an
rear deck lid that are 30 percent lighter than traditional stee
panels

"Our goal was to create a car that delivers incredible grip an
handling balance while cornering, while still being comfortable t
drive on the road," said David Leone, executive chief engineer G
global programs. "The perfect weight balance and lower center o
gravity were a big part of that goal because it enabled the team t
tune for a more comfortable highway ride without sacrificing handlin
or driver confidence while cornering at the limits.

Similarly, the design of the SS blends performance cues and premiu
details

"From every angle, the Chevrolet SS says power an
performance," said John Cafaro design director Chevrole
passenger cars and small crossovers. "The combination of a
aggressive rear-wheel drive stance and body-side attitude with th
right balance of detail and refinement inside and out are the perfec
home for Chevrolet's V-8 performance package.

The staggered front and rear wheels, which are pushed out to th
corners, enhance the sporting, muscular stance of the SS. Up front
the aluminum hood features a subtle "power bulge" hinting a
the power of the engine underneath. At the rear, the tapered
tear-drop shape contributes to improved aerodynamic performance
Premium cues include jewel-like chrome accents, standar
high-intensity discharge headlamps and light-emitting diode daytim
running lights

The spacious interior of the SS will comfortably accommodate fiv
adults, with 42 inches of front legroom, and 39 inches of rea
legroom. Leather seating surfaces are standard, as are eight-way powe
adjustable front bucket seats with additional side bolstering that hu
the driver and front passenger in tight-handling situations. The S
emblem is prominently stitched onto the soft-touch instrument panel
which features two types of chrome finishes – a satin gloss and a
bright chrome. At night, the interior is illuminated by ice blue
ambient lighting.

An integrated center stack includes infotainment, climate and other
vehicle controls. The Chevrolet SS also offers a long list of
technology features as standard equipment including:
• Color, in-dashboard touch screen that supports Chevrolet MyLink and
the next-generation navigation system
• Bose® Nine-speaker premium sound system
• Color heads-up display
• Push-button start
• StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control
• Forward Collision Alert
• Lane Departure Warning
• Side Blind Zone Alert
• Rear-vision camera Rear Cross Traffic Alert

The SS is also the first Chevrolet to offer Automatic Parking Assist,
which provides hands-free parking help. This efficient 'hands-free'
parking assistant uses the ultrasonic sensing system to detect the
width and depth of either parallel or reverse right-angle parking
spaces. While the driver controls the throttle, transmission, and
brake, the Automatic Parking Assist controls the steering inputs
necessary to neatly park the Chevrolet SS.

The 2014 Chevrolet SS will be available in the fourth quarter of 2013,
with prices set closer to the on-sale date. When it arrives in
showrooms, the SS will join the Corvette and Camaro, whose combined
sales have made Chevrolet America's favorite performance brand for the
last two years.

2014 CHEVROLET SS PRELIMINARY SPECIFICATIONS

Overview
Model: Chevrolet SS
Body style / driveline: front-engine, rear-drive
Construction: unitized body structure and frame; two-sided galvanized
steel (except roof)
EPA vehicle class: large
Manufacturing location: Elizabeth, Australia

Powertrain
Engine: 6.2L OHV V-8
Displacement (cu in / cc): 376 / 6162
Bore & stroke (in / mm): 4.06 x 3.62 / 103.25 x 92
Block material: cast aluminum w/ cast-in-place iron bore liners
Cylinder head material: aluminum
Valvetrain: overhead valve; two valves per cylinder; roller lifters
Ignition system: coil-near-plug ignition
Fuel: sequential fuel injection
Compression ratio: 10.7:1
Horsepower (hp/ kW @ rpm): 415 / 309 @ 5900
Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ rpm): 415 / 563 @ 4600
Fuel: premium recommended not required
Transmission: Hydra-Matic 6L80 6-speed automatic w/ TapShift

Chassis/Suspension
Front: multi-link MacPherson strut; direct-acting stabilizer bar;
progressive-rate coil springs; fully adjustable camber, caster and
toe
Rear: four-link independent; progressive-rate coil springs over
shocks; stabilizer bar; fully adjustable camber and toe
Steering type: electric power

Brakes
Front
Type: ventilated disc
Rotor diameter x thickness (mm): 355 x 32
Caliper four-piston fixed
Rear
Type: ventilated disc
Rotor diameter x thickness (mm): 324 x 22
Caliper: single-piston sliding

Wheels/Tires
Wheel size and type: 19 x 8.5-inch forged, fully polished aluminum
(front)
19 x 9-inch forged, fully polished aluminum (rear)
Tires: P245/40R19 (front)
P275/35R19 (rear)

Dimensions
Exterior
Wheelbase (in / mm): 114.8 / 2916
Overall length (in / mm): 195.5 / 5185
Overall width (in / mm): 74.7 / 1898
Overall height (in / mm): 57.9 / 1491
Track (in / mm): front: 62.6 / 1590
rear: 62.4 / 1612

Interior
front / rear
Seating capacity: 2 / 3
Legroom (in / mm): 42.3 / 1074 39.7 / 1008

*SAE certified.

Note: Information shown is current at time of publication.

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Ashton Crusher
2013-02-27 23:20:50 UTC
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It's a snoozer in the looks department. I'm glad Chevy made a
comeback but they haven't produced a really nice looking mainstream
car in decades.


On Tue, 26 Feb 2013 17:14:49 -0600,
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2014 Chevrolet SS: Performance Sedan with Racing DNA
DAYTONA, Fla., Saturday, Feb. 16, 2013, 12:01 a.m. EST – As
Chevrolet's first V-8, rear-wheel-drive performance sedan since 1996,
the new Chevrolet SS is designed to deliver performance on the street
and on the track. The 2014 Chevrolet SS will debut this weekend at the
Daytona International Speedway as the SS racecar makes its NASCAR
debut during the Daytona 500.
"The Chevrolet brand was largely built on the strength of
rear-drive performance sedans, yet it's been 17 years since we've
offered one," said Mark Reuss, president of General Motors North
America. "The all-new Chevrolet SS fills that void and fills it
better than any other vehicle in the brand's rich history. The
comfort, convenience, spaciousness and V-8 power make the SS a total
performance package unlike any other on the road today."
The Chevrolet SS benefits from the proven, race-tested, global
rear-wheel drive architecture that is the foundation for the Camaro,
Caprice Police Patrol Vehicle and Holden's VF Commodore.
The Chevrolet SS is powered by the LS3 Chevrolet V-8, expected to
deliver 415 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque. Also used in the 2013
Chevrolet Corvette, the LS3 displaces 6.2 liters, more than the
5.5-liter V-8 powering the Chevrolet SS NASCAR competitors.
The LS3 is married to a six-speed automatic transmission, which can be
shifted manually using TAPshift paddles mounted on the steering wheel.
With an aggressive 3.27 final-drive ratio, the Chevrolet SS
accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in about five seconds – making it one of
the quickest sedans on the market.
To ensure that it turns and stops as well as it accelerates; the
• MacPherson strut front and multilink independent rear suspension
geometry
• Electronic power steering system, optimized for sport driving
• Standard Brembo brakes, with ventilated, 355-mm rotors and
two-piece, four-piston front calipers
• Forged aluminum wheels, wrapped in ultra-high-performance
Bridgestone tires: 19 x 8.5 inch wheels with 245/40ZR19 tires in
front; 19 x 9.0 inch wheels with 275/35ZR19 tires rear
Handling is also improved by a near 50/50 weight distribution, and a
low center of gravity – made possible in part by the aluminum hood and
rear deck lid that are 30 percent lighter than traditional steel
panels.
"Our goal was to create a car that delivers incredible grip and
handling balance while cornering, while still being comfortable to
drive on the road," said David Leone, executive chief engineer GM
global programs. "The perfect weight balance and lower center of
gravity were a big part of that goal because it enabled the team to
tune for a more comfortable highway ride without sacrificing handling
or driver confidence while cornering at the limits."
Similarly, the design of the SS blends performance cues and premium
details.
"From every angle, the Chevrolet SS says power and
performance," said John Cafaro design director Chevrolet
passenger cars and small crossovers. "The combination of an
aggressive rear-wheel drive stance and body-side attitude with the
right balance of detail and refinement inside and out are the perfect
home for Chevrolet's V-8 performance package."
The staggered front and rear wheels, which are pushed out to the
corners, enhance the sporting, muscular stance of the SS. Up front,
the aluminum hood features a subtle "power bulge" hinting at
the power of the engine underneath. At the rear, the tapered,
tear-drop shape contributes to improved aerodynamic performance.
Premium cues include jewel-like chrome accents, standard
high-intensity discharge headlamps and light-emitting diode daytime
running lights.
The spacious interior of the SS will comfortably accommodate five
adults, with 42 inches of front legroom, and 39 inches of rear
legroom. Leather seating surfaces are standard, as are eight-way power
adjustable front bucket seats with additional side bolstering that hug
the driver and front passenger in tight-handling situations. The SS
emblem is prominently stitched onto the soft-touch instrument panel
which features two types of chrome finishes – a satin gloss and a
bright chrome. At night, the interior is illuminated by ice blue
ambient lighting.
An integrated center stack includes infotainment, climate and other
vehicle controls. The Chevrolet SS also offers a long list of
• Color, in-dashboard touch screen that supports Chevrolet MyLink and
the next-generation navigation system
• Bose® Nine-speaker premium sound system
• Color heads-up display
• Push-button start
• StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control
• Forward Collision Alert
• Lane Departure Warning
• Side Blind Zone Alert
• Rear-vision camera Rear Cross Traffic Alert
The SS is also the first Chevrolet to offer Automatic Parking Assist,
which provides hands-free parking help. This efficient 'hands-free'
parking assistant uses the ultrasonic sensing system to detect the
width and depth of either parallel or reverse right-angle parking
spaces. While the driver controls the throttle, transmission, and
brake, the Automatic Parking Assist controls the steering inputs
necessary to neatly park the Chevrolet SS.
The 2014 Chevrolet SS will be available in the fourth quarter of 2013,
with prices set closer to the on-sale date. When it arrives in
showrooms, the SS will join the Corvette and Camaro, whose combined
sales have made Chevrolet America's favorite performance brand for the
last two years.
2014 CHEVROLET SS PRELIMINARY SPECIFICATIONS
Overview
Model: Chevrolet SS
Body style / driveline: front-engine, rear-drive
Construction: unitized body structure and frame; two-sided galvanized
steel (except roof)
EPA vehicle class: large
Manufacturing location: Elizabeth, Australia
Powertrain
Engine: 6.2L OHV V-8
Displacement (cu in / cc): 376 / 6162
Bore & stroke (in / mm): 4.06 x 3.62 / 103.25 x 92
Block material: cast aluminum w/ cast-in-place iron bore liners
Cylinder head material: aluminum
Valvetrain: overhead valve; two valves per cylinder; roller lifters
Ignition system: coil-near-plug ignition
Fuel: sequential fuel injection
Compression ratio: 10.7:1
Fuel: premium recommended not required
Transmission: Hydra-Matic 6L80 6-speed automatic w/ TapShift
Chassis/Suspension
Front: multi-link MacPherson strut; direct-acting stabilizer bar;
progressive-rate coil springs; fully adjustable camber, caster and
toe
Rear: four-link independent; progressive-rate coil springs over
shocks; stabilizer bar; fully adjustable camber and toe
Steering type: electric power
Brakes
Front
Type: ventilated disc
Rotor diameter x thickness (mm): 355 x 32
Caliper four-piston fixed
Rear
Type: ventilated disc
Rotor diameter x thickness (mm): 324 x 22
Caliper: single-piston sliding
Wheels/Tires
Wheel size and type: 19 x 8.5-inch forged, fully polished aluminum
(front)
19 x 9-inch forged, fully polished aluminum (rear)
Tires: P245/40R19 (front)
P275/35R19 (rear)
Dimensions
Exterior
Wheelbase (in / mm): 114.8 / 2916
Overall length (in / mm): 195.5 / 5185
Overall width (in / mm): 74.7 / 1898
Overall height (in / mm): 57.9 / 1491
Track (in / mm): front: 62.6 / 1590
rear: 62.4 / 1612
Interior
front / rear
Seating capacity: 2 / 3
Legroom (in / mm): 42.3 / 1074 39.7 / 1008
*SAE certified.
Note: Information shown is current at time of publication.
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