The 2010 Chevrolet Impala ranks 6 out of 7 Affordable Large Cars. This ranking is based on our analysis of 48 published reviews and test drives of the Chevrolet Impala, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.
The 2010 Chevy Impala is available in five trims: LS, 1LT, 2LT, LTZ, and SS. For 2010, Chevrolet has added a new Convenience Package with heated mirrors and a universal home remote, and several new color options. See our Chevrolet deals page for current discounts on the Impala.
What users are saying about the new 2010 Impala!
With powerful and efficient V6 engines, a comfortable cabin and a smooth ride, the Chevrolet Impala brings a lot to the family sedan table even though its cabin refinement and handling dynamics are a few steps behind the class leaders." -- Edmunds
The Impala is "a car that seems to have a split personality. ... It wants to be a modern family car, but it also seems to reach back to the heyday of models that boasted powerful American steel. In the end, it parks itself squarely in the middle." -- Boston Globe
"Not much to complain or get excited about. The Impala LS is what it is, good enough to make the Impala easily the best-selling American-branded car." -- Orlando Sentinel
"Higher-quality interiors and more involving driving experiences are available from top-line competitors such as the Honda Accord and Hyundai Sonata."-- Car and Driver
The 3.5 and 3.9-liter V6s provide similar acceleration in around-town driving, but the 3.9 has better passing response in the 35-55-mph range. The SS's V8 furnishes ample power at any speed. Using E85 ethanol, test models with the 3.5-liter engine showed no difference in acceleration."Consumer Guide
"Other aces up the Impala's sleeve include a pair of V6s that strike a fine balance between performance and fuel efficiency, as well as the availability of the SS model that provides the thrill of a powerful V8 along with a sport-tuned suspension. ... Both the 3.9 V6 and 5.3 V8 are fitted with Active Fuel Management technology, which deactivates half the cylinders while cruising to save fuel." -- Edmunds
"The Impala comes with a four-speed automatic transmission that's not as sophisticated as the five-speeds on competitors like the Accord and Camry, meaning the engine performance isn't quite as smooth. But it's not noticeably harsh." -- U.S. News
"Fuel economy is respectable but would certainly be improved with the addition of a five- or six-speed automatic transmission in place of the Impala's aging four-speed unit." -- Motor Trend
