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Overview

The Chevrolet Impala has a long history as a big, American, rear-drive boat, but in the mid-2000s, the automaker shook things up in a big way. Gone was the last hurrah Impala SS of the mid-1990s, and in its place, a front-wheel drive sedan showed up. Chevy still offered an SS model, but it was V6-powered, front-wheel drive, and less exciting looking overall. For the car’s ninth generation, Chevy jammed a V8 under the hood, but left it as a front-wheel drive car. That said, it was as quick as its rear-drive predecessor and more fuel-efficient, too. The Impala SS ultimately bowed out after the 2009 model year and has not been a part of the Chevrolet lineup since.

Key Features

  • V8 engine in later years
  • Front-drive-only
  • Spacious interior
  • Good standard safety gear
  • Good standard safety gear
  • Strong acceleration

Pricing Details

Amazingly, the mid-1990s Impala SS came with a starting price of just under $22,000. By today’s standards, that’s cheaper than most economy cars and an absolute steal compared to anything with a V8 engine under the hood. There were a few years in between, and when the Impala returned, pricing had changed. The final 2009 Impala SS had a starting price of around $32,000 before options. Used examples on CarGurus range from $3,280.00 to $23,382.00 with an average price of $7,892.50.

Specifications

Performance

  • Engine

    5.3-liter V8

  • Transmission

    Four-speed automatic

  • Drivetrain

    Front-wheel drive

  • Horsepower/Torque

    303 hp/323 lb-ft

  • 0-60 mph

    6.4 seconds (estimated)

  • MPG

    16 mpg city, 24 mpg highway, 19 mpg combined

  • Curb weight

    3,711 pounds

Dimensions

  • wheelbase

    110.5 inches

  • length

    200.4 inches

  • width

    72.9 inches

  • height

    58.7 inches

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