Used 2017 Chevrolet SS Base for sale 

The 2017 Chevrolet SS is available in a single trim, the SS Sedan. The ride comes with 19-inch alloy wheels, an adaptive suspension, and xenon headlights as standard features. There is an abundance of standard features available with the high-performance 4-door coupe. Moreover, heated power mirrors ventilated eight-way power front seats and driver-seat memory settings are also available as standard features. A manual tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel coupled with leather upholstery makes every ride comfortable and classy with the 2017 Chevrolet SS. Furthermore, there are several additional features and packages to customize the powerful sedan.

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The 2017 Chevrolet SS is available in a single trim, the SS Sedan. There are no further trims available for the 2017 Chevrolet SS. So obviously that is the trim we recommend.

The 2017 Chevy SS is powered by a robust 6.2L V8 SFI engine coupled with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The available 415 hp of power and 415 lb.-ft. of torque are second only to the offerings of Dodge Charger Daytona 392. The ride featuring a 6.4L V8 SRT HEMI MDS engine flaunts 485 hp of power and 475 lb.-ft. of torque.

The Jaguar XF 35t and BMW 5-series 540i fall much behind Chevy SS and Dodge Charger Daytona 392 in terms of engine power and torque. BMW 5-series 540i offers a mere 335 hp of power and 332 lb.-ft. of torque. Power and torque available to Jaguar XF 35t are 340 hp and 332 lb.-ft., respectively.

 2017 Chevrolet SS Acceleration Performance

The Chevrolet SS packs a powerful, speedy acceleration. The ride takes 4.7 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 60 MPH and 13.2 seconds to cross the quarter-mile mark. These are really competitive numbers and the SS does really keep up with its rivals. The strong powertrain does offer really good acceleration and performance.

The Charger Daytona is the quickest of the lotto reach 60mph in 4.5 seconds followed by the Chevy in 4.7 seconds and the Jaguar in 5.3 seconds while the 5-Series takes 5.7 seconds. When it comes to quarter-mile times, the Daytona is again the fastest followed by the Chevy and the XF. 

2017 Chevrolet SS Ride and Handling

In addition to flaunting a hearty V8 engine, Chevrolet SS proudly offers a responsive, robust chassis. While delivering the comfort of a typical Cadillac, the SS is capable of cornering like the mighty Camaro. The well-balanced chassis blends firmness with control, allowing the ride to traverse any unsmooth surface and absorb bumps. There are 3 driving modes available with the ride, namely Tour, Sport, and Performance.

The Chevrolet SS offers adaptive dampers that offer comfort on a wide variety of surfaces. Despite offering sporty performance, the SS is capable of offering commutes with comfort. The electrically assisted steering is much similar, although less powerful than the one available in the mighty Camaro. All in all, the 2017 Chevrolet SS outshines its class rivals in terms of handling quality by a comprehensible margin.

2017 Chevrolet SS Braking Performance

The 2017 Chevrolet SS features one of the most well-balanced and powerful braking systems among class rivals. While its front brake is 14 inches, the rear brake is slightly bigger, measuring 14.2 inches. The rear brake is the biggest in the league. Chevrolet SS comes to a halt at a remarkable distance of 108 feet while brakes are screeched at 60 MPH.

The Jaguar XF 35t and BMW 5-series 540i require 123 and 116 feet, respectively for decelerating from 60 MPH. Dodge Charger Daytona 392 offers the best stopping distance of 106 feet, even after being the bulkiest ride amongst the competition.

The combined fuel economy of 16 mpg puts the 2017 Chevrolet SS to shame. It is the least among the league. Even Dodge Charger Daytona 392 offers a better-combined fuel economy of 18 mpg. Jaguar XF 35t and BMW 5-series 540i are in the same league in terms of combined fuel economy. The SS has a fuel capacity of 19 gallons and a combined range of 304 miles.

The XF 35t offers a combined fuel economy of 23 mpg. While the ride delivers 20 mpg in cities, fuel economy on highways offered by the coupe is 20 mpg. BMW 5-series 540i offers the best-in-class combined fuel economy of 24 mpg. 540i delivers 20 and 30 mpg in cities and highways, respectively.

The 2017 Chevrolet SS is beautiful on the inside. The Center console, dashboard, and doors are ornamented by glossy chrome trim and faux-suede accents. Like its class rivals, the 2017 Chevrolet SS can accommodate up to 5 persons simultaneously. However, it offers the most passenger volume amongst the competition.

The last make of Chevrolet SS features 112 cubic feet of passenger volume. The 2nd inline is Dodge Charger Daytona 392 with 104.7 cubic feet of the same. BMW 5-series 540i and Jaguar XF 35t feature passenger volumes of 98.8 and 98.2 cubic feet, respectively.

The last make of the Chevrolet SS features front headroom and legroom of 38.7 and 42.3 inches, respectively. The legroom is the best in the league. The headroom, on the other hand, is merely 0.1-inch less than that of the maximum available. The rear headroom and legroom available in Chevrolet SS are 37.5 and 39.7 inches, respectively. Once again, the headroom is 0.1-inch behind the maximum available. Daytona 392 features the most rear legroom of 40.1 inches. Key interior features flaunted by the last make of the Chevrolet SS are:

• Spacious passenger room
• A galore of standard features, including a heads-up display and 10-way power-adjustable front seats
• Flat-bottom steering wheel with an apt thickness
• Fully functional analog tachometer and speedometer

2017 Chevrolet SS Infotainment System

The Chevrolet SS makes use of the MyLink infotainment system for keeping passengers enticed during a ride. The infotainment system is straightforward with easy-to-use controls and navigational capability. It features a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot as a standard feature. There is a standard 8.0-inch touchscreen that sits perfectly on top of the center stack. Furthermore, the system comes with a 9-speaker Bose audio system and a 1-year SiriusXM subscription.

Unfortunately, the MyLink infotainment system integrated into the 2017 Chevrolet SS is outdated. It doesn't provide support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. Moreover, there is only a single USB port available, plus an auxiliary audio input is absent. Compared to the newer, updated MyLink systems, the one deployed in SS has unattractive menus as well as graphics.

• Chevrolet MyLink infotainment system
• The 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment unit
• 9-speaker Bose audio system
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration
• 1-year SiriusXM subscription
• 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot
• USB port 

 2017 Chevrolet SS Cargo Capacity

Cargo space isn't what the Chevrolet SS is famous for. As such, the 2017 Chevrolet SS supports an average trunk volume of 16.4 cubic feet. This is 0.3 cubic feet more than that available in the Dodge Charger Daytona 392. Jaguar XF 32t offers a cargo capacity of 17.8 cubic feet.

The best-in-class space for cargo is flaunted by the BMW 5-Series 540i. The ride features 18.7 cubic feet of trunk volume followed by the Jaguar XF 32t offering a cargo capacity of 17.8 cubic feet.

The latest make of the Chevrolet SS flaunts a curb weight of 3997 lbs. Jaguar XF 35t and BMW 5-series 540i feature a curb weight of 3770 and 3847 lbs., respectively.

Dodge Charger Daytona 392 has the most curb weight of 4400 lbs. amongst the competition. Chevrolet SS flaunts a wheelbase of 114.8 inches, the lowest in the class. Dodge Charger Daytona 392 has the most wheelbase of 120.2 inches in the league.

Despite being void of any kind of flamboyant exterior feats, Chevrolet SS supports a wide stance. It is coupled with long-performance tires and chrome ornamentation. The result is a striking sedan exterior. Major exterior feats flaunted by the 2017 Chevrolet SS include:

• Optional power sunroof
• A wide variety of shades to choose from
• Simplistic design
• Powerful, well-balanced chassis

The new Chevrolet SS comes equipped with a set of airbags including dual-stage frontal, thorax side-impact, knee airbags for both driver and front passenger, and head curtain side-impact airbags for front and rear outboard seating positions. ABS with EBD and StabiliTrak, stability control system which includes Traction Control and Brake Assist is also standard in the Chevrolet SS. Forward Collision Alert, Lane Departure Warning, Side Blind Zone Alert and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert are also among the high-tech safety features that come bundled with the SS.

• StabiliTrak, stability control system includes Traction Control and Brake Assist
• Daytime Running Lamps
• Rear Vision Camera
• Automatic Parking Assist
• Side Blind Zone Alert
• Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
• Forward Collision Alert
• Lane Departure Warning
• Door locks, rear, child security

BMW 5 Series 540i Vs Chevrolet SS

Having a 3.0L 6 Cylinder Turbo engine under its hood, the 5-Series 540i flaunts 335 hp of power and 332 lb.-ft. of torque. However, both of these are the lowest among the class rivals. Pricing options for the BMW 5-Series 540i start from $56,450, almost $10k more than that of the 2017 Chevrolet SS.

The engine is complemented by an 8-speed automatic transmission mode. The ride takes 5.7 seconds, 1 second more than that of the Chevrolet SS, to accelerate to 60 MPH.

Dodge Charger Daytona 392 Vs Chevrolet SS

With 485 hp of power and 475 lb.-ft. of torque at its disposal, Daytona 392 gives a fierce run for money to the Chevrolet SS. The ride features a 6.4L V8 SRT HEMI MDS engine. It is coupled with an 8-speed automatic transmission mode.

The bid for Dodge Charger Daytona 392 starts from $41,340, about $5k less than that of the Chevrolet SS. It is one of the inexpensive rides in the class. Daytona 392 flaunts the fastest 0-60 MPH acceleration among its class rivals.

Jaguar XF 35t Vs Chevrolet SS

The initial price for the new Jaguar XF 35t is $50,490. This is about $4k and $9k more than that of the opening bid for the Chevrolet SS and Daytona 392, respectively. The coupe comes with a 3.0L 24V V6 supercharged engine coupled with 8-speed automatic transmission.

The engine delivers 340 hp of power and 332 lb.-ft. of torque. While the torque is the least amongst the competition, the power is only greater than that of the 335 hp offered by the 5-Series 540i.

Over its course, the Chevrolet SS remained an underappreciated piece of machinery. However, those fortunate enough to experience the ride know just how mighty the 4-door Super Sport ride is. The 2017 Chevrolet SS is the last opportunity for those looking to experience a spacious, powerful sedan. Unlike its class rivals, it flaunts a fairly average price range.

The biggest issue with the Chevrolet SS is probably its unimpressive combined fuel economy. Moreover, the exteriors feel outdated too. However, other than that the ride is powerful and able to meet expectations with excellence. This is especially true for interior aesthetics, performance, and spaciousness.