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2009 Chevrolet Impala Features Review

February 21, 2009

FEATURES | 6 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

didn't expect to find an MP3 input jack in the Impala
Kelley Blue Book

audio and climate controls are intuitive and feel good
Edmunds

XM satellite radio is standard on all Impalas
Car and Driver

The list of optional high-tech gadgets on the 2009 Chevrolet Impala are minimal, but the car has an adequate assortment of standard equipment.

Four Impala trim levels are offered: LS, LT, LTZ, and SS.

According to Edmunds, the Impala comes in four trim levels (LS, LT, LTZ, and SS) and has power features, including air conditioning, tilt steering, a power driver seat, a CD player with an MP3-player input, and keyless entry. LT versions get remote start and dual-zone climate control, while the LTZ adds a tauter suspension, leather bucket seats, and a Bose audio system. The SS edition picks up a spoiler and special 18-inch wheels.

For those Impala Chevrolet passengers wishing to work on a laptop during extended road trips, Car and Driver reports that one will find "three power points" in the Impala Chevrolet cabin; "two are tucked out of sight at the base of the center stack in the bottom of a deep storage tray, and a third is in the center console, so you can power the cell-phone charger, the radar detector, and the iPod." Kelley Blue Book points out "clever features, such as the auxiliary audio input jack, go a long way toward satisfying the kids on long trips."

Unavailable on the Impala are a DVD- or hard-drive-based navigation system, a panoramic sunroof, all-wheel drive, and some other features found in the class leaders. Available options include anti-lock brakes for the base car, satellite radio, leather seats, a CD changer, and a sunroof.  "A new luxury package on 1LT trims combines popular options into one package," according to Cars.com; these include "leather-trimmed interior, antilock brakes, traction control, a rear spoiler and GM's OnStar communication system with Turn-By-Turn navigation."

Conclusion

Nearly all the cars that people cross-shop with the Impala—like the Ford Taurus, Honda Accord, and Nissan Altima—offer the technology features the 2009 Chevrolet Impala is missing.

FEATURES | 6 out of 10Expert Quotes:didn't expect to find an MP3 input jack in the ImpalaKelley Blue Bookaudio and climate controls are intuitive and feel goodEdmundsXM satellite radio is standard on all ImpalasCar and Driver The list of optional high-tech gadgets on the 2009 Chevrolet Impala are minimal, but the car has an adequate assortment of standard equipment. Four Impala trim levels are offered: LS, LT, LTZ, and SS. According to Edmunds, the Impala comes in four trim levels (LS, LT, LTZ, and SS) and has power features, including air conditioning, tilt steering, a power driver seat, a CD player with an MP3-player input, and keyless entry. LT versions get remote start and dual-zone climate control, while the LTZ adds a tauter suspension, leather bucket seats, and a Bose audio system. The SS edition picks up a spoiler and special 18-inch wheels. For those Impala Chevrolet passengers wishing to work on a laptop during extended road trips, Car and Driver reports that one will find "three power points" in the Impala Chevrolet cabin; "two are tucked out of sight at the base of the center stack in the bottom of a deep storage tray, and a third is in the center console, so you can power the cell-phone charger, the radar detector, and the iPod." Kelley Blue Book points out "clever features, such as the auxiliary audio input jack, go a long way toward satisfying the kids on long trips." Unavailable on the Impala are a DVD- or hard-drive-based navigation system, a panoramic sunroof, all-wheel drive, and some other features found in the class leaders. Available options include anti-lock brakes for the base car, satellite radio, leather seats, a CD changer, and a sunroof.  "A new luxury package on 1LT trims combines popular options into one package," according to Cars.com; these include "leather-trimmed interior, antilock brakes, traction control, a rear spoiler and GM's OnStar communication system with Turn-By-Turn navigation." ConclusionNearly all the cars that people cross-shop with the Impala—like the Ford Taurus, Honda Accord, and Nissan Altima—offer the technology features the 2009 Chevrolet Impala is missing. 2009 CHEVROLET IMPALA STYLING | [6 out of 10] Edmunds: "functional and straightforward" Cars.com: "a distinct front-end look" Car and Driver: "overall look is pleasing enough" Kelley Blue Book: "a sleeker, more contemporary appearance" Most reviewers agree that the styling of the ...

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Other Choices:

Among the competitors to the Chevy Impala, the Dodge Charger is the sportiest and most attention getting, but its backseat is smaller, and with rear-wheel drive, it's arguably not as practical. The Charger R/T has a better-rounded performance-driving experience than the Impala SS, though. The Ford Taurus is the safety champion, with enviable crash-test results and Volvo-engineered platform, but like the V-6 Impala, it's not especially distinctive or fun to drive. Next to the rest of the models, the Impala doesn't particularly stand out for safety. The same goes for the Azera and Amanti, which have a lot of features for the money. The Avalon offers the most features in the class and especially rich, impressive materials inside. Everything considered, the competition to the 2009 Chevrolet Impala follows a wide range of styles, but they're all well-equipped models with spacious interiors.

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Comments (2 total)

  1. By  RichardSS #1, Posted: 2/10/2009

    Chevy Impala

    I bought an 2009 Impala SS last December and I absolutely love it, too bad it not RWD.

  2. By Calabashe #2, Posted: 6/16/2009

    I miss the six tail lights. Its 40 years of tradition tossed out so that there isn't an instantly recognizable Chevy on the road today. (Save for the new Camaro)

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