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2008 Chevrolet Impala

2008 Chevrolet Impala

At a Glance

Pricing$21,650 - $28,735
Drive TypesFWD
EnginesV6 (211-bhp), V6 (233-bhp), V8 (303-bhp)
TransmissionsA4
Fuel Economy16-18 (city), 24-29 (highway)

Our Ratings

Velocity Index56

Conservative, competent and a best seller

Overview Information

The Impala is General Motors best selling car. With its medium-large size and moderate price, the Impala sits in a sweet spot within the sedan market. This is GM's mainstream sedan and Chevrolet is GM's mainstream brand. Reworked in 2006, the Impala features smooth, inoffensive styling and value. LS, LT, LTZ and SS trim levels are offered. The LS and LT models feature a 210hp 3.5L V6. Upgraded LT and LTZ models feature a 233hp 3.9L V6 and the performance-oriented SS model features a 303hp 5.3L small-block V8. All three powertrains feature a four-speed automatic and front-wheel drive.

Official Word:

Chevy's popular Impala was one of America's top 10 vehicles in sales during the 2006 model year and continued to attract more customers through'07 - including a nearly 44-percent jump in February'07 alone. Indeed, the Impala's combination of chiseled style, generous room, sporty driving characteristics and value answers the needs of a broad range of drivers. The 2008 Impala reinforces the brand's value story with new features and revisions that add to its safety and efficiency,...Read.

Model/Trim Eng. Trans. Velocity Index Base Price
Impala LS 3.5l V6 (211-bhp) A4 FWD 48 $21,650
Impala 1LT 3.5l V6 (211-bhp) A4 FWD 48 $22,350
Impala 2LT 3.9l V6 (233-bhp) A4 FWD 49 $24,985
Impala LTZ 3.9l V6 (233-bhp) A4 FWD 49 $27,305
Impala SS 5.3l V8 (303-bhp) A4 FWD 56 $28,735