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GXP08jrf · 10-16-2025, 06:56 AM

Don't discount the LTG as an option in your search. If you get the opportunity test drive one of each, do it. Even though the numbers indicate better performance overall with the V6, I found the L4 to be a little more fun to drive hard than the V6 (for the A8, I didn't drive manuals). I belive the combination of gearing and throttle response made the difference.

When i was shopping 3 years ago, I'd settled on wanting the 4 over the 6, but a V6 came up for sale close to me with the right options and price so I jumped on it. To be fair, this is a fair-weather cruiser convertible, so outright performance wasn't my priority.

I'd also owned an ATS and two CTSs with the LTG and they didn't leave me wanting for more power, so I knew going into it about what performance I was going to get out of the engine. In retrospect, I enjoyed driving the ATS more than the Camaro in large part due to the L4/V6 difference.

There are a couple of companies that offer really good support for the LTG platform both in parts and tunes (nothing like the support the V8 gets, but still pretty good). The V6 is already tuned at about the limit of capability from the showroom, and without boosting, it's hard to wring out too much more, and for that cost you might as well get an LT1. I added a ported TB to my V6, and it seemed to help off the line, but still feels a littly lazy when you first get into the pedal. The turbo lag is similar, but you do get a nice pull once the turbo spools up, which is pretty quick from the punch.

Overall I somewhat regret not holding out for the right LTG in my search.

To your original point, Winter driving is what you make it. Good tires and caution (as with any vehicle) make the difference. Traction control and ABS will tell you when you're pushing too much...

10-16-2025, 06:56 AM	#8
GXP08jrf Drives: 2016 1LT 'Vert Join Date: Feb 2022 Location: Midwest Posts: 184	LTG option Don't discount the LTG as an option in your search. If you get the opportunity test drive one of each, do it. Even though the numbers indicate better performance overall with the V6, I found the L4 to be a little more fun to drive hard than the V6 (for the A8, I didn't drive manuals). I belive the combination of gearing and throttle response made the difference. When i was shopping 3 years ago, I'd settled on wanting the 4 over the 6, but a V6 came up for sale close to me with the right options and price so I jumped on it. To be fair, this is a fair-weather cruiser convertible, so outright performance wasn't my priority. I'd also owned an ATS and two CTSs with the LTG and they didn't leave me wanting for more power, so I knew going into it about what performance I was going to get out of the engine. In retrospect, I enjoyed driving the ATS more than the Camaro in large part due to the L4/V6 difference. There are a couple of companies that offer really good support for the LTG platform both in parts and tunes (nothing like the support the V8 gets, but still pretty good). The V6 is already tuned at about the limit of capability from the showroom, and without boosting, it's hard to wring out too much more, and for that cost you might as well get an LT1. I added a ported TB to my V6, and it seemed to help off the line, but still feels a littly lazy when you first get into the pedal. The turbo lag is similar, but you do get a nice pull once the turbo spools up, which is pretty quick from the punch. Overall I somewhat regret not holding out for the right LTG in my search. To your original point, Winter driving is what you make it. Good tires and caution (as with any vehicle) make the difference. Traction control and ABS will tell you when you're pushing too much...