Pros: Muscular performance; crisp handling; upscale interior trimmings; enthusiast-friendly rear-wheel drive; addition of a manual-transmission option
Cons: Steep base price; fuel economy; only fully-equipped models available
2015 SS
CG Says: The Chevrolet SS is a large, high-performance four-door sedan that comes exclusively with a muscular 415-horsepower V-8 and rear-wheel drive. For 2015, it is upgraded with standard Magnetic Ride Control suspension, Brembo-brand rear brakes in addition to Brembo front brakes, and an available 6-speed manual transmission. Also new are some flashy paint colors, and the addition of 4G LTE Internet connectivity with a Wi-Fi hotspot to the OnStar communications system. Mainstream Chevrolet large-car shoppers will choose the front-wheel-drive Impala, but for high-performance enthusiasts who need large-car space, the SS is an intriguing option. Chevrolet offers the SS only in a single high-end trim level with a long list of standard equipment, so the base price is more than $45K. That will restrict sales to a small group of enthusiast buyers.
2015 SS
| Class | Sporty/Performance Car |
| Body Style(s) | 4-door sedan |
| Passenger Count | 5 |
| Drive Wheels | rear-wheel drive |
| Manufacturer | Chevrolet |
| Nation of Manufacture | Australia |
| Base Prices | Base: $45,745 |
| Base Engine 6.2-liter V8 |
| Horsepower 415 |
| Std. Transmission 6-speed automatic |
| Avail. Transmission 6-speed manual |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 14-15 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 21 |
