6-speed automatic transmission (6T75) - often paired with V6
Drive Wheels 2:
Available All-Wheel Drive (AWD) with V6 engine and 6T75
Features
Shifting Modes:
Driver Shift Control (manual shifting capability)
Transmission Fluid Type:
Dexron-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF)
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
197.0 inches (5004 mm)
Width:
73.0 inches (1854 mm)
Height:
58.0 inches (1473 mm)
Wheelbase:
116.2 inches (2951 mm)
Interior
Passenger Volume:
107.4 cu ft (3.04 m³)
Cargo
Trunk Volume:
15.0 cu ft (0.42 m³)
Weights
Curb Weight Min:
3577 lbs (1623 kg) (2.5L FWD)
Curb Weight Max:
3895 lbs (1767 kg) (3.6L AWD)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:
Approx. 4850 lbs (2200 kg)
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
NHTSA Overall Rating:
5-Star (for models equipped with specific safety features)
Active Features
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Traction Control:
Standard Traction Control System (TCS)
Stability Control:
Standard Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Driver Assistance Options:
Available Forward Collision Alert, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Side Blind Zone Alert
Passive Features
Airbags:
Frontal, Side-Impact, Curtain Airbags
Seatbelts:
3-point active seatbelts with pretensioners
Child Seat Anchors:
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Infotainment System:
Chevrolet MyLink infotainment system with touchscreen display
Smartphone Integration:
Available Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility
Audio Options:
Available premium audio systems (e.g., Bose)
Driver Assistance
Parking Assist:
Available Rear Park Assist, Front Park Assist
Cruise Control:
Standard Cruise Control, Available Adaptive Cruise Control
Connectivity
Onboard Wifi:
Available Wi-Fi hotspot capability
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Every 7,500 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first (using synthetic oil), or refer to oil life monitoring system.
Tire Rotation:
Every 7,500 miles
Cabin Air Filter:
Every 15,000 miles or 12 months
Engine Coolant:
First change at 150,000 miles (240,000 km) or 5 years. Subsequent changes every 60,000 miles (100,000 km) or 5 years.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Spec 2.5L:
SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic engine oil
Engine Oil Spec 3.6L:
SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic engine oil
Engine Coolant Type:
Dex-Cool (GM P/N 12346290 or equivalent)
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4
Known Issues
Common Complaints For The Era:
Potential for minor electrical glitches, occasional transmission shift quality issues, and HVAC system performance.
Manual Diagnostic Utility:
The manual provides detailed troubleshooting steps for these and other potential issues.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Chevrolet History:
Chevrolet is one of the oldest and most popular American automotive brands, known for a wide range of vehicles from trucks to sports cars.
Model Evolution
Impala Legacy:
The Impala nameplate has a long and storied history, dating back to the 1950s, evolving from a popular full-size car to a sporty intermediate and then returning to its full-size roots.
Production
Production Years Current Generation:
2014-2020
Manufacturing Location:
Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly Plant, Detroit, Michigan, USA
Discontinuation Impact:
The 2018 model year was one of the final years for the Impala in North America, as Chevrolet shifted focus to SUVs and trucks.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Awards Received:
The Impala has historically received various awards for styling and comfort from automotive publications.
Ratings
Fuel Economy Ratings:
EPA estimated MPG varies by engine: 2.5L FWD (approx. 22 city / 31 highway), 3.6L FWD (approx. 19 city / 28 highway), 3.6L AWD (approx. 18 city / 27 highway).
Certifications
Emissions Certification:
Meets EPA and California Air Resources Board (CARB) emissions standards for its model year.