Looking to upgrade the wheels and tires on your 2017-2024 Camaro ZL1? You'll find exactly what you need to do here in our 6th Gen Camaro ZL1 Wheel & Tire Fitment Guide. Whether you want to freshen up the appearance of your street car, or gain a few seconds on track, our guide provides both wheel size and tire size recommendations, along with suspension setups, for your scenario. Browse through options available in our Flow Formed wheels like the ARC-8 and SM-10, or take a look at our Forged wheels such as the VS-5RS, SM-10RS, or EC-7RS.
This guide is specifically for the non-1LE models. Please click here to view our 6th Gen ZL1 1LE Wheel & Tire Fitment Guide.
Brake Clearance Note for 2022+ Camaro
If your car has the optional copper-free brake kit, option code BCD, you cannot run 18" wheels due to the increased size of the calipers and rotors. 19" wheels will be required. If you want to run 18" wheels, do not order the BCD brakes for your car! We recommend J6H and J6M brakes for all cars if legally available which allow you to take advantage of the performance gains from 18" wheels.
Available Wheel Designs
Forged Designs
Flow Formed Designs
OEM+ Wheel Fitment
Easy upgrades for street-driven cars
Chevrolet Camaro 6th Gen ZL1
These bolt-on wheel fitments are ideal for enthusiasts enjoying their ZL1 Camaro day-to-day on the street, and they are typically paired with all-season or performance oriented summer tires. These wheel and tire configurations will improve the appearance and performance of the car without requiring modifications to the factory suspension or alignment. Just bolt-on and enjoy!
Staggered Configurations
Maintains stock-like handling characteristics, tires can only be rotated left to right.
Wheels
Front Wheel Size: 20x10.5" ET15 Rear Wheel Size: 20x11.5” ET42
- Available in VS-5RS
- Compatible with factory alignment
- We suggest relocating the wiring harness inside the driver rear fender well on cars equipped with Magnetic Ride Control (MRC)
- Popular fitment
Tires
- APEX Staff Pick Front Tire Size: 285/30-20 Rear Tire Size: 305/30-20
- Factory tire sizes
- Performance Summer: Continental Extremecontact Sport 02 (340 TW), Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (300 TW)
- Extreme Performance Summer: Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 (220 TW), Michelin Sport Cup2 Connect (240 TW)
- R-Compound: Michelin Sport Cup2 (180 TW), Goodyear Supercar 3R (100 TW)
Performance Street and Track Wheel Fitment
Wider fitments for enhanced performance
Chevrolet Camaro 6th Gen ZL1
Chevrolet Camaro 6th Gen ZL1
Chevrolet Camaro 6th Gen ZL1
Chevrolet Camaro 6th Gen ZL1
Chevrolet Camaro 6th Gen ZL1
Whether you enjoy spirited street driving or you're a weekend track warrior chasing lap times, these wheel & tire configurations are ideal for ZL1 Camaro owners looking for a more dramatic improvement in performance. They are typically paired with performance oriented summer tires or track oriented R-compounds and this category includes both staggered and square configurations to best suit each individual drivers priorities, goals and preferences for their vehicle.
We've optimized the offset of our wheels to work well with the stock fenders, however, a wide variety of tire compounds can be used and some may require negative camber to fit properly. See fitment notes under each tire configuration below to see if modifications are required. If you plan to track your Camaro, we highly recommend dialing in negative camber regardless of whether your wheel/tire fitment requires it for fender clearance. Negative camber is vital for extracting the most performance and longevity out of your tires, and without the proper amount the outer shoulders of your tires will wear out prematurely and running tire costs will dramatically increase.
Square Configurations Recommended for enthusiasts that want to mitigate understeer, improve turn-in, and rotate tires front & rear for extended life.
Wheels
Front Wheel Size: 19x11" ET9/11 Rear Wheel Size:: 19x11” ET35/43
- Available in: ARC-8, SM-10, VS-5RS
- No front spacers needed with factory alignment
- If you increase negative camber up front using the factory adjustment, 3mm spacers or grinding of the strut is needed. If you use aftermarket camber plates, no spacer/grinding needed
- No rear spacers are needed
Tires
- APEX Staff Pick Front Tire Size: 305/30-19 Rear Tire Size: 305/30-19
- Performance Summer: General GMax RS (360 TW), Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 (340 TW), Falken Azenis FK510 (300 TW), Continental Extremecontact Sport (340 TW), Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (300 TW)
- Extreme Performance Summer: Falken RT660 (200 TW), Goodyear Supercar 3 (220 TW), Nankang CRS (200 TW)
- R-Compound: Nitto NT01 (100 TW), Nankang AR1 (100 TW), Goodyear Supercar 3R (100 TW), Michelin Pilot Sport Cup2 (180 TW)
Staggered Configurations
Maintains stock-like handling characteristics, tires can only be rotated left to right.
Wheels
Front Wheel Size: 19x10" ET20 Rear Wheel Size: 19x11” ET35/43
- Available in: ARC-8, SM-10, VS-5RS
Tires
- APEX Staff Pick Front Tire Size: 285/35-19 Rear Tire Size: 305/30-19
- Direct Fit
- Yes the front tire is slightly taller in diameter compared to the rear, but this does not cause any problems, nor is it noticeable on the car
- Performance Summer: General GMax RS (360 TW), Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 (340 TW), Falken Azenis FK510 (300 TW), Continental Extremecontact Sport (340 TW), Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (300 TW)
- Extreme Performance Summer: Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 (220 TW)
- R-Compound: Nitto NT01 (100 TW), Toyo R888R (100 TW)
Hardcore Track Wheel Fitment
Track focused fitments that require significant modifications
- Chevrolet Camaro 6th Gen ZL1
These wheel and tire configurations are best suited for hardcore track junkies and club racers that prioritize performance above all else. With these wheels everything from extreme summer tires to full racing slicks are commonly used depending on your experience behind the wheel, class rules, etc.
Additional negative camber is strongly encouraged to maximize performance and tire longevity, and some of the more aggressive fitments will absolutely require it to prevent rubbing under suspension compression. Even with the appropriate amount of negative camber dialed in, some of the more extreme fitments can still scrub the liners under suspension compression and/or when turning the steering wheel to full lock. This is par for the course when pushing the limits of wheel and tire fitment. These fitments are not for someone who primarily will use this wheel setup on their ZL1 Camaro during street driving or in inclement weather.
Square Configurations
Recommended for enthusiasts that want to mitigate understeer, improve turn-in, and rotate tires front & rear for extended life.
Wheels
Front Wheel Size: 18x11" ET35 Rear Wheel Size: 18x11" ET35
- Available in: SM-10, VS-5RS
- Works with factory alignment, but additional negative camber is sugggested both front and rear
- 26mm spacers, extended wheel studs, and open lug nuts are required up front for strut clearance
- Grinding of the front strut/spindle is required to clear the inner barrel, even when using spacers
- No spacers are needed on the rear
Tires
- APEX Staff Pick Front Tire Size: 315/30-18 Rear Tire Size: 315/30-18
- Extreme Performance Summer: Falken RT660 (200 TW), Yokohama Advan A052 (200 TW), Nankang CRS (200 TW)
- R-Compound: Nitto NT01 (100 TW), Nankang AR1 (100 TW)
- Semi-Slick/Slick: Hoosier A7 (40TW), Hoosier R7 (40TW), BF Goodrich R1S (40TW), Toyo RR (40TW), Pirelli DH (305/660-18), Michelin SM8/9 (30/65-18)
- Narrower Alternative Front Tire Size: 305/35-18 Rear Tire Size: 305/35-18
- Extreme Performance Summer: No options currently available
- R-Compound: Nitto NT01 (100 TW), Toyo R888R (100 TW)
- Semi-Slick/Slick: Toyo RR (40TW), Pirelli DH (305/680-18), Michelin SM8/9 (30/68-18)
Wheels
Front Wheel Size: 18x11" ET7 Rear Wheel Size: 18x11” ET35
- Available in: SM-10, VS-5RS
- Works with factory alignment, but additional negative camber is suggested both front and rear
- No front spacers are needed
- No rear spacers are needed
- Grinding of the front strut/spindle is required to clear the inner barrel
Tires
- APEX Staff Pick Front Tire Size: 315/30-18 Rear Tire Size: 315/30-18
- Extreme Performance Summer: Falken RT660 (200 TW), Yokohama Advan A052 (200 TW), Nankang CRS (200 TW)
- R-Compound: Nitto NT01 (100 TW), Nankang AR1 (100 TW)
- Semi-Slick/Slick: Hoosier A7 (40TW), Hoosier R7 (40TW), BF Goodrich R1S (40TW), Toyo RR (40TW), Pirelli DH (305/660-18), Michelin SM8/9 (30/65-18)
- Narrower Alternative Front Tire Size: 305/35-18 Rear Tire Size: 305/35-18
- Extreme Performance Summer: No options currently available
- R-Compound: Nitto NT01 (100 TW), Toyo R888R (100 TW)
- Semi-Slick/Slick: Toyo RR (40TW), Pirelli DH (305/680-18), Michelin SM8/9 (30/68-18)
Wheels
Front Wheel Size: 19x11" ET35 Rear Wheel Size: 19x11" ET35
- Available in: SM-10, VS-5RS
- Works with factory alignment, but additional negative camber is suggested both front and rear
- 26mm spacers, extended wheel studs, and open lug nuts are required up front for strut clearance
- No spacers are needed on the rear
Tires
- APEX Staff Pick Front Tire Size: 305/30-19 Rear Tire Size: 305/30-19
- Extreme Performance Summer: Falken RT660 (200 TW), Goodyear Supercar 3 (220 TW), Nankang CRS (200 TW)
- R-Compound: Nitto NT01 (100 TW), Nankang AR1 (100 TW), Goodyear Supercar 3R (100 TW), Michelin Pilot Sport Cup2 (180 TW)
- Semi-Slick: 295/30-19 Hoosier R7 & A7 (40 TW)
Wheels
Front Wheel Size: 19x11" ET9/11 Rear Wheel Size: 19x11” ET35/43
- Available in: ARC-8, SM-10, VS-5RS
- No front spacers needed with factory alignment
- If you increase negative camber up front using the factory adjustment, 3mm spacers or grinding of the strut is needed. If you use aftermarket camber plates, no spacer/grinding needed
- No rear spacers are needed
Tires
- APEX Staff Pick Front Tire Size: 305/30-19 Rear Tire Size: 305/30-19
- Extreme Performance Summer: Falken RT660 (200 TW), Goodyear Supercar 3 (220 TW), Nankang CRS (200 TW)
- R-Compound: Nitto NT01 (100 TW), Nankang AR1 (100 TW), Goodyear Supercar 3R (100 TW), Michelin Pilot Sport Cup2 (180 TW)
- Semi-Slick: 295/30-19 Hoosier R7 & A7 (40 TW)
Staggered Configurations
Maintains stock-like handling characteristics, tires can only be rotated left to right.
Wheels
Front Wheel Size: 18x11" ET7 Rear Wheel Size: 18x12” ET41
- Available in: SM-10, VS-5RS, EC-7RS
- Works with factory alignment, but additional negative camber is suggested both front and rear
- No front spacers are needed
- Grinding of the front strut/spindle is required to clear the inner barrel, a spacer will not eliminate the need for grinding
- No rear spacers are needed
- We suggest relocating the wiring harness inside the driver rear fender well on cars equipped with Magnetic Ride Control (MRC)
Tires
- APEX Staff Pick Front Tire Size: 315/30-18 Rear Tire Size: 335/30-18
- Extreme Performance Summer: BFG G-Force Rival S 1.5 (200 TW)
- R-Compound: Nitto NT01 (100 TW), Toyo R888R (100 TW), Nankang AR-1 (100 TW)
- Semi-Slick: Hoosier A7 (40TW), Hoosier R7 (40TW), BF Goodrich R1S (40TW), Toyo Proxes RR (40TW)
Wheels
Front Wheel Size: 19x11" ET9/11 Rear Wheel Size: 19x12” ET41
- Available in: ARC-8, SM-10, VS-5RS, EC-7RS, SM-10RS, ML-10RT
- Works with factory alignment, but additional negative camber is suggested both front and rear for better handling
- If you increase negative camber up front using the factory adjustment, 3mm spacers or grinding of the strut is needed. If you use aftermarket camber plates, no spacer/grinding needed
- No rear spacers are needed
- We suggest relocating the wiring harness inside the driver rear fender well on cars equipped with Magnetic Ride Control (MRC)
Tires
- APEX Staff Pick Front Tire Size: 305/30-19 Rear Tire Size: 325/30-19
- Extreme Performance Summer: Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 (220 TW), Continental Extreme Force (200 TW)
- R-Compound: Nitto NT01 (100 TW), Toyo R888R (100 TW), Goodyear Supercar 3R (100 TW), Nankang AR-1 (100 TW)
- Semi-Slick: 295/30-19 // 315/30-19 Hoosier R7 & A7 (40 TW)
Additional Resources
Steering Knuckle Clearance
18" wheels in 10" to 11" widths often require 5th and 6th gen Camaro owners with MRC suspension (and sometimes DSSV) to grind a small portion off of the front steering knuckle for added clearance. Below are some pictures of the problem areas. This is only an issue with wider 18” wheels as the inside lip of 19” wheels will fit over the top of the knuckle without clearance issues.
Brake Clearance Information
In the engineering phase of wheel development we 3D scan factory brakes and review 2D aftermarket brake templates in order to optimize our barrel profiles and spoke curvatures. As a result, our wheels offer massive brake clearance so you can run the smallest possible wheel diameter. The following brakes have been tested and confirmed to clear our 18", 19", and 20" wheels.
- Factory ZL1/1LE Brembo 6 piston
- Factory SS 1LE Brembo 6 piston
- Factory SS Brembo 4 piston
- AP Racing/Essex 372mm Radi-Cal 6 piston
- AP Racing/Essex 390mm Radi-Cal 6 piston
Whether you are a casual weekend track warrior that still enjoys your car on the street, or a hard core racer competing for a spot on the podium, negative camber is a vital part of chassis setup that has many benefits. Not only will adding negative camber create more room for wider wheel and tire configurations, it more importantly improves handling, turn-in and tire longevity. Learn more in our blog article, The Positives of Negative Camber.
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