Used Chevrolet Camaro for Sale nearSan Jose, CA

How much does the Chevrolet Camaro cost in today's market?

Used Chevrolet Camaro prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Chevrolet Camaro's current nationwide average price is $28,771, and its year-round low is $24,847.85. That puts the model's current pricing in a fairly tight band for shoppers comparing different model years. Recently, prices have come down for the 2022 and 2024 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Chevrolet Camaro a good car?

Yes — the Chevrolet Camaro earns strong marks from owners across the lineup, and its appeal is rooted in performance, style, and driving excitement. The all-generations owner rating is 4.66/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Camaro's powerful performance, sporty design, and thrilling driving experience. Many also highlight its handling, acceleration, and available V8 engines, which help make it a favorite for enthusiasts. Expert reviews also point to the Camaro's strong performance character and its distinctive personality, even when everyday practicality takes a back seat.

Expert reviews rate the 2017 and 2021 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs are limited visibility, a cramped back seat, and interiors that can feel less polished than the car's performance suggests. Some recent expert reviews also call out the Camaro's challenging manual transmission feel and the compromises that come with its focused, driver-first setup.

26.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Chevrolet Camaro models reliable?

Owners consistently respond well to the Camaro's performance, styling, and driving feel, and expert reviews reinforce that it delivers a memorable, enthusiast-focused experience. Across the lineup, the strongest feedback centers on power, handling, and the car's overall character.

• Owners rate the Chevrolet Camaro between 4.38 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by choosing a well-kept example with a careful service history, especially on older model years.

What should I look for when buying a used Chevrolet Camaro?

Across all model years, at 66.9% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2022 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: rear cross-traffic alert, blind-spot monitoring, forward-collision warning, lane-change alert, and rear parking sensors
• Infotainment: a 7-inch infotainment system touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: The turbo-four paired with the manual gearbox gets an EPA-estimated 19 mpg in the city, 29 mpg on the highway, and 22 mpg combined. Its automatic counterpart gets 22 mpg in the city, 30 mpg on the highway, and 25 mpg combined. The same pattern holds true for the V6, which has its manual achieves 16/26/20 mpg city/highway/combined fuel economy with the automatic getting 18/29/22 mpg city/highway/combined. The more powerful V8 engines are nearly equally as fuel-efficient with either transmission. The 6.2-liter V8 with a manual transmission see 16/24/19 mpg city/highway/combined while the automatic gets 16/26/20 mpg city/highway/combined. The supercharged V8 version of the Camaro gets 16 mpg combined no matter the transmission.

Which Chevrolet Camaro trim should I buy?

The 2021 Chevrolet Camaro offers these trims:

• 1LS: the entry point for the lineup, with coupe and convertible body styles and the Camaro's core rear-wheel-drive performance character.
• 1LT: a strong value choice that adds more equipment while keeping the Camaro's accessible performance focus.
• 2LT: a step up for shoppers who want more comfort and convenience features.
• 3LT: a better-equipped trim for buyers who want a more premium-feeling Camaro.
• LT1: the best-value performance trim, bringing V8 power in a more straightforward package.
• 1SS: a performance-focused trim that adds stronger hardware and suits buyers who want a more serious muscle-car setup.
• 2SS: a well-equipped performance trim with the Camaro SS's best blend of daily-driver performance.
• ZL1: the most performance-focused variant, aimed at buyers who want the Camaro at its most extreme.

What Chevrolet Camaro do most buyers choose?

The Chevrolet Camaro years with the most listings are 2022, 2018, and 2023.

These higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they combine broad availability with familiar Camaro performance and styling. When more listings are on the market, you also get more chances to compare condition, equipment, and price.

What is the Chevrolet Camaro's resale value?

Most Camaro model years are moving lower year over year, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. A few years are edging upward, so the market is not moving in one direction across the board. The biggest declines are concentrated in older and mid-cycle examples, while some newer and enthusiast-favored years are holding firmer.

The 2014 and 2022 model years are holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2018, 2017, and 2023 model years have held their value best, with prices flat to rising year-over-year.

Is the Chevrolet Camaro safe?

• 2021: 8/10
• 2020: 6/10
• 2017: 8/10
• 2016: 5/10

The Camaro's safety tech includes rear cross-traffic alert, blind-spot monitoring, forward-collision warning, lane-change alert, and rear parking sensors.

For the safest used buy, the 2017 and 2021 models both post the highest confirmed score of 8/10.

Should I buy a used Chevrolet Camaro now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2022 model is at −0.26% versus a year ago, and the 2021 model is at −2.01%.
• Deal availability: The 2022 model has 30.6% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2022 model has the most listings at a current average price of $39,689. The Chevrolet Camaro offers a distinctive rear-wheel-drive performance character that blends strong styling with an engaging driving feel.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: A turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine is standard on the Chevy Camaro. It makes 275 horsepower and 295 pound-feet for torque and is paired with a six-speed manual transmission as standard. Buyers can upgrade to the 3.6-liter V6 power plant, which makes 335 hp and 284 lb-ft of torque. Two more powerful V8 engines are also available. A 6.2-liter V8 churns out 455 hp and 455 lb-ft of torque, while a supercharged version of that engine goes even further delivering 650 hp and 650 lb-ft of torque.
• Tech: Chevy equips the Camaro with a good roster of standard technology including a 7-inch infotainment system touchscreen, Bluetooth, voice command, wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, a six-speaker audio system, 4G LTE WiFi hot spot, and keyless entry and start.
• Safety: A good list of safety technology is available including rear cross-traffic alert, blind-spot monitoring, forward-collision warning, lane-change alert, and rear parking sensors.
• Starting price: The 2021 Chevrolet Camaro coupe starts at $25,995.

If you're buying used today, the 2022 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2025 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 4, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

Compare 2024 Chevrolet Camaro Trims in San Jose, CA

The Camaro lineup offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to high-performance models, all featuring RWD.

• Starting at $32,057
• Best MPG/MPGe: 16 city / 26 hwy
• Most Popular: 2SS Coupe RWD

Trim Overview

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Trim Deep Dives

1LT Coupe RWD — "Who It's For"

The 1LT Coupe RWD is the pick for shoppers who want a sporty coupe without paying for higher trims. It's the most budget-friendly option.

• Avg. market price: $32,057 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 16 city / 26 hwy
• Inventory: 86 listings
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2LT Coupe RWD — "Who It's For"

The 2LT Coupe RWD is the pick for shoppers who want added luxury features without stepping up to the more expensive trims.

• Avg. market price: $39,289 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 16 city / 26 hwy
• Inventory: 29 listings
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1LT Convertible RWD — "Who It's For"

The 1LT Convertible RWD is the pick for shoppers who want an open-top driving experience without the premium price of higher trims.

• Avg. market price: $39,289 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 16 city / 26 hwy
• Inventory: 36 listings
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LT1 Coupe RWD — "Who It's For"

The LT1 Coupe RWD is the pick for shoppers who want performance-focused features without going for the top-tier models.

• Avg. market price: $39,289 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 16 city / 24 hwy
• Inventory: 30 listings
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1SS Coupe RWD — "Who It's For"

The 1SS Coupe RWD is the pick for shoppers who want sporty performance with advanced safety features without the highest price tag.

• Avg. market price: $39,289 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 16 city / 24 hwy
• Inventory: 74 listings
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2SS Coupe RWD — "Who It's For"

The 2SS Coupe RWD is the pick for shoppers who want a blend of luxury and performance features without going for the top-tier ZL1.

• Avg. market price: $53,752 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 16 city / 24 hwy
• Inventory: 126 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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2SS Convertible RWD — "Who It's For"

The 2SS Convertible RWD is the pick for shoppers who want luxury and performance in an open-top format without the highest price tag.

• Avg. market price: $39,289 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 16 city / 24 hwy
• Inventory: 38 listings
• View 2SS Convertible RWD listings

ZL1 Coupe RWD — "Who It's For"

The ZL1 Coupe RWD is the pick for shoppers who want the ultimate performance features in the Camaro lineup, regardless of price.

• Avg. market price: $39,289 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 20 hwy
• Inventory: 79 listings
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Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — 2SS Coupe RWD

With 126 active listings, the 2SS Coupe RWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — 1LT Coupe RWD

At $32,057 avg market price — below the lineup median of $39,289 — it's the most accessible entry point.

Browse 1LT Coupe RWD listings

Best for Fuel Economy — 1LT Coupe RWD

The 1LT Coupe RWD offers the best fuel economy in the lineup at 16/26 MPG/MPGe.

Browse 1LT Coupe RWD listings

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 2, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.