New or Significantly Altered Models
- 2012 Chevrolet Sonic 5d
- The new Sonic replaces the Aveo in Chevrolet's lineup. Although identical to the next generation Aveo sold worldwide, the US version was renamed Sonic and is built in America. Compared to the Cruze sedan, the 5-door hatch is about 6 inches shorter in wheelbase and 2 inches narrower. Like the Cruze, the Sonic is offered with either a 1.8l four-cylinder engine or a turbocharged 1.4l. Both engines have similar output.
- 2012 Chevrolet Sonic sedan
- The new Sonic replaces the Aveo in Chevrolet's lineup. Although identical to the next generation Aveo sold worldwide, the US version was renamed Sonic and will be built in America. Compared to the Cruze, the sedan is about 8 inches shorter in length, 6 inches shorter in wheelbase and 2 inches narrower. Like the Cruze, the Sonic is offered with either a 1.8l four-cylinder engine or a turbocharged 1.4l. Both engines have similar output.
Mostly Unchanged
- 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
- 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
- The new ZL1 model becomes the top factory performance model. A supercharged 6.2l V8 lies under the hood producing an estimated 550-bhp. The ZL1 includes upgraded brakes and tires and an upgraded magnetic ride control suspension similar to that in the Corvette. The ZL1 wears a new front fascia and hood with a raised carbon fiber center section. Updates to the 3.6 V6 increase the output to 323-bhp.
- 2012 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible
- An updated 3.6l V6 in the base models produces 323-bhp. Camaro models are offered with a 45th Anniversary appearance package for 2012.
- 2012 Chevrolet Colorado Crew Cab
- 2012 Chevrolet Colorado Extended Cab
- 2012 Chevrolet Colorado Regular Cab
- 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
- The Centennial Edition appearance package commemorates 100 years of Chevrolet heritage. All models receive updated seats and a new steering wheel design.
- 2012 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
- The Centennial Edition appearance package commemorates 100 years of Chevrolet heritage. All models receive updated seats and a new steering wheel design.
- 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
- More models are offered with a manual transmission. Changes to the drive ratios result in improved fuel economy estimates.
- 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
- 2012 Chevrolet Express Passenger Van
- 2012 Chevrolet Impala
- A new 3.6l V6 engine becomes the standard engine for all models. The new V6 is rated at 300-bhp and 262 lb-ft of torque. A six-speed automatic transmission is standard on all models.
- 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
- 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab
- 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Extended Cab
- 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Regular Cab
- 2012 Chevrolet Suburban
- 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
- 2012 Chevrolet Traverse
- 2012 Chevrolet Volt