Why the Chevrolet SS is the Most Underrated Performance Car

The 2015 Chevrolet SS is the lovechild of legacy and laser-sharp technology. The latest in a long line of Chevy Super Sport cars , dating from 1961, this car is an unassuming and underrated champion. Chevy dealers in Miami, FL are excited to feature this stylish powerhouse as the latest member of the Chevy sport sedan family.

Professional Presentation, Powerful Performance

Loaded with a SS LS3 V8 engine , standard issue in previous-generation Corvettes, and backed by 415 horsepower and 415 lb.-ft. of torque , the Chevy SS 6-speed automatic transmission’s GM TAPshift system delivers seamless shifts, faster than a manual transmission.

Traditionally, sports car enthusiasts prefer manual transmissions because they create a more interactive and energetic drive. However, given the speed with which the paddle shift changes gear, the automatic transmission allows the SS to pick up speed faster.

Power rear-wheel-drive capability supported by summer-only performance tires, forged-aluminum alloy 19” x 8.5” front wheels and 19” x 9” rear wheels, propel this car from 0-60 MPH in 4.7 seconds .

Muscle Car in Disguise

*_Don’t be fooled by the understated elegance of this power sedan._ *

Packed with the same power as its flashier predecessors from the 1960s and 70s, like the midsize Chevelle, the full-size Impala, and the Camaro performance car, this model is for the grown-up, gainfully employed T-Bird, no longer sporting a leather jacket or racing for pinks, but still addicted to the speed and roar of the classic sports car.

Built in Australia on the same Zeta platform as the Camaro, the SS still flexes plenty of American muscle.

Kelley Blue Book said the SS looks like “an ordinary sedan on the outside but hides a beast within.”

Make Mine a Manual

Last year’s SS disappointed car enthusiasts who wanted a manual option for that fun and engaging drive. _Chevy listened and released the 2015 with a TREMEC 6-speed manual transmission. _

Car enthusiasts will love this option, given that the SS is the only large-size sedan on the road with a stick shift, other than the pricier BMW M5, which starts at $93,600.

Top Line Technology

Push button starts, touch screens, and sensors make this model a technological triple threat.

The latest in performance technology, the Magnetic Ride Control system must be experienced to be appreciated. Electromagnetic coils maintain damper fluid consistency ever 10-15 milliseconds. Dual-coil dampers react 40% faster for increased body control and overall driving comfort.

Automatic Parking Assist makes parallel parking a no-brainer. This car practically parks itself by detecting a space and helping the driver secure it. A rather surprising and sophisticated feature, when you consider that GM uses the SS model as its NASCAR representative on the track.

The Chevrolet MyLink combines music, apps, and navigation in one easily accessible infotainment system, mounted on an 8-inch high-resolution color touch-screen, complemented by 9-speaker Bose premium audio system.

Connectivity is a breeze, thanks to the OnStar 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot , capable of connecting up to seven smart devices to the Internet, no matter where you go.

Uncompromised Comfort

Whether behind the wheel or just along for the ride, the Chevy SS was designed for ultimate comfort. All models come fully loaded and sport leather, side-bolstered seats.

The cockpit features 10-way power seats, with 2-way adjustable lumbar support , giving driver and passenger maximum personalization.

Despite all the bells and whistles, acoustic wheel-well liners and 5 mm-thick side glass reduce noise. No matter your speed, the wind, or any other type of noise pollution, you will ride in quiet comfort. Aware only of the rumbling engine.

The back seat features 39.7 inches of legroom, ample space for carpooling kids or colleagues.

Second-to-None Safety Features

With the Chevrolet StabilitTrak system, which detects differences between the path steered and the direction traveled, and features limited-slip rear differential, you are in complete control behind the wheel. The track-tested and proven Brembo brakes 4-piston, 14-in. front rotors, and 4-piston, 14.2-in. rear rotors, allow for rapid and repeated hard stops.

Edmunds testing determined that the SS comes to a complete halt from 60 mph in 110 feet.

When backing up, the Rear Cross Traffic Alert senses traffic crossing from behind, and sensor radar eyes alert the driver to side blind spots, using Side Blind Zone Alert . When another vehicle crosses into your blind spot on either side, the corresponding exterior mirror lights up

If you accidentally drift into another lane, the Lane Departure Warning system sends an audible signal so that you can correct your position and avoid possible collision, while the Head-Up Display on the dashboard warns if you are too close to the car in front of you, and also tracks speed and navigation, without you having to look down or move your eyes from the road.

Equipped with 8 air bags, front and rear seat side, side curtain, and front knee, the Chevy SS also comes standard for six months with OnStar Command Center and OnStar Automatic Crash Response System .

Luxury at a Laid Back Price

When compared to its super sedan counterparts, the cost of the Chevy SS cannot be beat. In fact, _U.S. News & World Report _ ranked it #1 out of 10 for Affordable Large Cars.

With an MSRP of $46,740 , the SS is significantly more affordable that its American rival, the 2015 Dodge Charger SRT 392 , priced at $48,990.

Color Customization

The Chevy SS exterior is available in an impressive palette, including the original Silver Ice Metallic, Red Hot 2, Phantom Black Metallic, Heron White, or Mystic Green Metallic, but was expanded for this model and now also comes in five new color choices: Regal Peacock Green Metallic, Some Like It Hot Red Metallic, Jungle Green Metallic, Perfect Blue Metallic, and Alchemy Purple Metallic.

More Performance Options on the Way?

Notable customization options include the addition of a sunroof and a full-size spare tire mounted on a matching alloy wheel.

However, a recent report claims that Chevy wants to offer an optional handling package, with a potential release date in the next 3-6 months. Based off the Chevy Camaro’s 1LE option , Chevy engineers would add different, but same size front and rear tires to increase neutrality and stability. The package would also include new dampers and a retuned suspension.

BMW lovers will be interested to know that with this 1LE handling package, BMWBlog has actually dubbed the possible SS 1LE a, “budget M5.” In other words, drivers can now enjoy all the perks and privileges of driving a BMW M5, but for a fraction of the cost.

_Arguably the sleeper of performance cars, the Chevy SS is actually a fantasy car made real. A full size sedan with muscle car status, it’s no wonder Chevy dealers in Miami, Florida, are eager to showcase this brawny beauty. _

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