Since its development from the first generation in 1958, the Chevrolet Impala has always been a best-selling car for more than 50 years. Ed Cole, Chevrolet’s chief engineer in the late 1950s, defined the Impala as a “prestige car within the reach of the average citizen.”
Generations of Impala
- First generation (1958)
- Second generation (1959 – 1960)
- Third generation (1961 – 1964)
- Fourth generation (1965 – 1970)
- Fifth generation (1971 – 1976)
- Sixth generation (1977 – 1985)
- Seventh generation (Impala SS, 1994 – 1996)
- Eighth generation (2000 – 2005)
- Ninth generation (2006 – 2013)
Tenth Generation (2014 – )
The all-new 2014 Impala gets totally redesigned with advanced features. It sports a smooth aerodynamic exterior, 20-inch wheels, and a spacious interior. The cockpit controls are placed for easier access.
Rich chrome, leather seating, and ambient lighting give a luxurious driving experience. Advanced driving dynamics and electric-powered steering provide controlled and responsive driving.
The 2014 Impala provides 3 engine choices based on the driver’s requirements. The 303 horsepower 3.6L V6 engine speeds from 0 to 60 in 6.8 seconds and offers 28 MPG on the highway. The standard 2.5L 4-cylinder engine offers 195 horsepower and 31 MPG. The 2.4L 4-cylinder engine offers 35 MPG and 182 horsepower.
Chevrolet MyLink™ integrates Bluetooth, an 8-inch touch screen technology, and a voice recognition system. This allows the driver to easily make calls and stream music from online services like Pandora. For safety, the structure is made of high-strength steel with 10 standard airbags.
Advanced safety systems like Lane Departure Warning, Forward Collision Alert, Full-Speed Range Adaptive Cruise Control with Collision Mitigation Braking, Rear Park Assist with Rear-view Camera, and Side Blind Zone Alert with Cross-Traffic Radar Alert are available.
“The momentum at Chevrolet continues to build with the debut of the 10th generation of the Impala, one of the brand’s most enduring and cherished nameplates,” says Chris Perry, vice president of Global Chevrolet Marketing.
The new Impala is described by General Motors as “a re-establishment of a popular, enduring, and iconic nameplate with a new outlook on style, comfort, efficiency, and safety.”
New Features Overview
| New Features |
|---|
| Standard 18-inch wheels (19- and 20-inch offered in higher trims) |
| Low Profile HID Headlights and LED daytime running lights (On LTZ trim) |
| 2.5 L 4-Cylinder (the first time the Impala will use this type) 2.4 L 4-Cylinder with hybrid-assist technology 3.6 L 6-cylinder |
| A 4.2″ Color Display featuring Chevrolet MyLink |
| Active noise cancellation for all 4-cylinder options |
| 10 Standard Airbags combined with OnStar |
| Lane Departure Warning Forward Collision Alert Full-Speed Range Adaptive Cruise Control with Collision Mitigation Braking Rear Park Assist with Rear-view Camera Side Blind Zone Alert with Cross-Traffic Radar Alert |
Watch the video of the all-new Impala as unveiled by Chevrolet in April 2012 at the New York International Auto Show.
Source: Chevrolet – General Motors
