Chevrolet Camaro, America's most popular sports car, extends its momentum with enhancements for the 2012 model year. Highlights include an improved version of its standard 3.6L Direct Injection V-6 engine, a new FE4 performance suspension package for SS coupes and several new interior and technology improvements.

The enhancements arrive in time for Camaro's 45th birthday, celebrated with a special 45th Anniversary Special Edition package, offered on Camaro and Camaro SS. The 45th Anniversary Special Edition carries all the upgrades for 2012 with additional unique design elements, inside and out.

The interior updates include a revised instrument panel appearance, with new instrument graphics and trim, as well as a new steering wheel design and a power lift feature for the front passenger seat. The steering wheel features a fresh new look and ergonomic improvements intended to support performance driving.

Also new is a Rear Vision Package, which adds a rearview camera system and an auto-dimming mirror to the existing rear park assist feature. The rearview camera system complements the rear park assist by providing a video display of the area behind the car, with the video image appearing in the car's inside rearview mirror.

A new, more powerful and more efficient version of the 3.6L V-6 is standard on LS and LT models. It delivers 323 horsepower (11-hp more than 2011 models). It is also 20.5 pounds lighter than the previous engine, which enhances efficiency and driving dynamics.

Two 6.2L V-8 engines are offered in the Camaro SS. Horsepower for the L99 V-8 is 400 and torque is 410 lb.-ft. The LS3 V-8 develops 426 horsepower and 420 lb.-ft.