2009 Chevrolet Impala SS Trim Overview

The 2009 Chevrolet Impala SS is the powerhouse of this model lineup, packing a 5.3-liter V8 with active fuel management under the hood and capable of 303 horses at 5,600 rpm and 323 lb-ft of torque at 4,000 rpm. The V8 is mated to a heavy-duty four-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission and gets 16 city/24 highway mpg.

This performance-driven powertrain is the main reason for the increased pricetag of the SS - $31,135 MSRP, compared to $29,630 for the LTZ. Other than techno-metallic accents on the interior, the SS shares all the features of the LTZ, which builds off all the lower-priced Impala trims. The highlights include body-color rocker moldings and heated power mirrors, two-sided galvanized-steel body panels, remote start, OnStar, a rear spoiler, dual exhaust, foglamps, Bluetooth, and a Bose Sound system.